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Don’t give up on effort to save shrub roses

Q: I have 10 Winnipeg parks shrub roses. This summer, the roses were deformed.

By Ron Smith , November 20, 2009

Try efficient glass or plastic block windows

Dear Jim: I am concerned about the security and efficiency of some of my old single-pane first-floor windows. I think glass block windows would be more secure. Are they efficient, and can I install them myself?

By By James Dulley , November 20, 2009

Dogs eating poop

Dear Dr. Fox: I have two male Westies, ages 6 and 3. They are healthy, happy and look great.

By By Dr. Michael Fox , November 20, 2009

Auction houses sell ‘Grand Tour’ pieces

The wealthy and the almost wealthy of the late Victorian era chose to take the “Grand Tour” of Europe to show off their sophistication, education and good taste. The tour could take a year or more.

By By Terry Kovel , November 20, 2009

Parents, teachers share education responsibility

How would your child react to the following statements?

By By Val Farmer , November 20, 2009

Quiz: Start thinking about Thanksgiving

Some people turn up their noses at leftovers, with a holiday exception or two. Many people especially look forward to Thanksgiving dinner leftovers.

By Julie Garden-Robinson , November 20, 2009

'Beautiful Women' public reception to be held Sunday

By Forum Staff Reports , November 19, 2009

Life skills kids need to learn

Life skills kids need to learn You’ve probably started instructing your children in tasks they’ll need for the rest of their lives – using a screwdriver, loading a dishwasher and the like.

By William Hageman, Chicago Tribune , November 17, 2009

Microsoft launches energy tracker

Microsoft launched an enhanced version of its home energy tracking application in Fargo on Friday.

By Tracy Frank , November 14, 2009

Historic house for sale in Grand Forks

Historic house for sale in Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, N.D. – On tree-lined Reeves Drive in old Grand Forks, the stories have gathered for more than a century, seeping into the walls of stately, big-yard homes, such as the turreted Queen Anne variant at 504 Reeves Drive.

By By Chuck Haga, Forum Communications Co. , November 14, 2009

Tame the holiday treats behind most doors PressPass

The doorbell rang at about 9 p.m. on Halloween. My bowl of treats for the visiting miniature superheroes and ghouls was nearly empty. I looked out the window to see how many trick-or-treaters were at my door. I was contemplating “Plan B” treats just in case I had a bunch of visiting goblins.

By Julie Garden-Robinson , November 13, 2009

Solid parenting lays educational foundation PressPass

What do teachers see happening in their classrooms? Children are becoming harder and harder to teach.

By By Val Farmer , November 13, 2009

Toy collection draws big bids at NJ auctions PressPass

Although the news media is always telling us about the bad economy, there are some bright spots in the antiques world. An important collection of toys is being sold in a series of auctions by Bertoia Auctions of Vineland, N.J.

By By Terry Kovel , November 13, 2009

Seizures linked to dyes PressPass

Dear Dr. Fox: As you have written before, red dye 40 may cause seizures in dogs. I have found that it does so in my 12-year-old Aussie mix, Petey. In addition, I have found that Petey will have a seizure when I give him a bit of cheddar cheese that includes the additive annatto. I now read every label carefully (as I have for several years) to be sure that neither of these ingredients is included in anything that Petey might ingest.

By By Dr. Michael Fox , November 13, 2009

Replacing noisy vent fans simple, sensible PressPass

Dear Jim: My old bathroom vent fan sounds like a low-flying jet, and it does not seem to draw very well. I need a new, quiet one that is also efficient. How should I go about selecting a new bathroom vent fan?

By By James Dulley , November 13, 2009

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Reading Between the Lines

I want to tell you a story, a story that has been passed down from generation to generation to generation throughout history.  It is a story of power, control, stuggle and victory.  A story so powerful and provoking that you can't look away; no matter how much you want too.  (Thi

Posted by: PrairieWoman on Nov 8, 2009 at 12:51 PM | Country Woman, City Woman

Do you know the Joneses?

I do not know the Joneses so how can I be expected to keep up with them?  I must confess I really do not want to meet them either. If they are the folks that are creating the pressure for everyone else to keep up with them then thanks very much, but no thanks…give me the Smiths or the

Posted by: madamgovnr on Nov 7, 2009 at 7:29 AM | The New Forty

Going Home

Why is it the best weekends always seem to be the shortest?  We left on Friday night about 7:00 p.m. for the long drive home to Parshall.  It's approximately five an

Posted by: PrairieWoman on Sep 13, 2009 at 11:20 PM | Country Woman, City Woman

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