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Seeing things differently

What’s the first thing you think of when going to an optometrist’s office? Probably something along the lines of a sterile, blank-walled environment where fun is left at the door...full story

Fish dishes shine at new Charleswood spot

The Capital Grill and Bar is an L-shaped space, as it was when it housed Asahi, but the spaces have been reversed. The one-time short part of the L has become a long, narrow dining room, with a decor that is sleek, spare and cool, in shades of grey brightened by paintings by a local artist...full story

7-Eleven Coming To Winkler

Slurpee lovers will soon be able to get a 7-Eleven Big Gulp in Winkler.  The chain is opening a convenience store and gas bar in the community later this year, with construction already underway east of A & W...full story

New restaurant boasts capital ideas

Two Vancouver restaurateurs are bringing West Coast-inspired cuisine to Charleswood...full story

Highlights for 4-H from Portage Ex

The Portage fair grounds were a hub of activity over the weekend, as local 4-H members prepared their project animals for the interclub beef competitions and participated in the 4-H barbecue and rally fun events...full story

Goodbye Organza Market, Hello Fresh Carrot

Lisa and Terry Zolinski, who own the Gimli organic food store The Fresh Carrot, have taken over Organza Market at Confusion Corner...full story