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Teachers have an important job and bear a lot of responsibility as they’re guiding the next generation that will take care of us as we age. Treat them well. Photo: Jacob Lund iStock Getty Images

Teachers deserve our gratitude and respect

If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance a teacher helped you learn how. Do you have a teacher that… Continue reading “Teachers deserve our gratitude and respect”

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Where in the world is the Chronicle?

Low summer attendance leads to cancellation of monthly markets

New plans include holiday market

Going on the strength of community requests, the Manor Park Community Council and Ottawa Street Markets mapped out a monthly… Continue reading “Low summer attendance leads to cancellation of monthly markets”

Summer continues at the National Capital Commission (NCC)’s River House. The free-swimming weekends (10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays) have been extended until October 1–whether the warm weather does the same remains to be seen. Since adding an additional dock in July, the River House has been a popular draw. Photo: Doug Banks

A round-up of local hot topics

Manor Park Community Association President Natalie Belovic sums up city issues affecting the community

As I write my column, I’m enjoying the hot summer-like weather we are being blessed with for this time of… Continue reading “A round-up of local hot topics”

A painted turtle emerges for some sunshine during a very warm spring day on MacKay Lake. Photo: Doug Banks

Start your season with a clean slate

This is the time of year for traditional spring cleaning. There is a fall cleanup, but things are usually put… Continue reading “Start your season with a clean slate”

After a long winter, it’s everyone’s right to yearn for spring. This sunny panoramic view from the north end of MacKay Lake in late February hints at the continued activity and use of the trails in winter, as well as warmer days soon to come. Photo: Doug Banks

When it comes to spring, know your rites

The rite of spring. Is it a ritual (rite), or is it a right? A rite is a form of… Continue reading “When it comes to spring, know your rites”

‘Planned failure’ used to be a common strategy in the dog-training world but, even when successful, it can lead to discouragement and frustration for your dog, impeding its enthusiasm to learn. Photo: Mihai Bența, Pexels

Set your dog up for success by reducing frustration

Imagine if I asked the students in my English class to perform a play in front of the school after… Continue reading “Set your dog up for success by reducing frustration”