Week Three: Quick Fix for a Broken You

  - August 2 09
About three years ago, I had decided that I wanted to make a change in my appearance. I found a doctor (I didn't have a family at the time) to get some advice on things I could do to make the change. Within 5 minutes of meeting this man, he was suggesting that I get laparoscopic gastric bypass sur...

Home Sweet Home

  - May 25 09
Hundreds of Windsor Spitfire fans flocked to Windsor International Airport to welcome home the Memorial Cup Champions Monday afternoon.   The Spitfires beat the Kelowna Rockets 4-1 Sunday night in what was only Windsor's second visit to the tournament in 21 years.   As the players file...

Griffins Take Pride in Highly Renowned Music Program

  - June 5 09
The Herman Green Griffins' music program has evolved from a small group of 27 students to encompass more than 300 students today. The main reason for the upswell can be attributed to the work of Dr. Bernadette Berthelotte, whom the students affectionately refer to as “Dr.B.”   ...

Leamington Fair Celebrates 161st Year

  - June 22 09
Residents from all over Leamington gathered on Saturday for the Leamington Annual Fair.   The Leamington Fair has been around since 1848 and is now celebrating its 161st year. The fair took place from Friday  until Sunday.   The fair boasted many rides and activities, from rides l...

Summerfest Ignites Downtown Windsor

  - June 22 09
In its second weekend of operations, Summerfest is alive and well downtown. Launching on June 12, Summerfest kicked off celebrations with Celtic Fest, a Celtic Connection weekend at the Windsor Armouries building. The Irish festival included entertainment from local and regional Celtic entertainers...

Literacy Test Success Rate Sees Improvement

  - June 11 09
Results from the 2009 Ontario Secondary School Literary Test indicate a slight increase in performance from a year ago. The numbers show a two per cent increase in the success rate since last year. The test was administered on Apr. 2 to Grade 10 students. 83 per cent of the 2,999 first-time test ...

Pistons to Keep Curry

  - May 19 09
The Detroit Pistons are expected to make major changes this off-season, but head coach Michael Curry appears to be safe for another season. Pistons president of basketball operations Joe Dumars announced at his exit media news conference on Wednesday that Curry would be returning for his second s...

Babcock to Coach Team Canada

  - June 23 09
Detroit Red Wings head coach Mike Babcock will have the honour of coaching the 2010 Canadian Olympic men's hockey team.    The announcement is expected to come later today in a press conference which will be held in Montreal. Steve Yzerman, who serves as the executive director of Canada...

Red Bull Air Races Officially Open in Windsor

  - June 10 09
With the official opening of the runway at Windsor Airport, the 2009 Red Bull Air Race festivities have now begun.   Speaking at a press conference in front of pilot Pete McLeod's hangar, Mayor Eddie Francis welcomed Red Bull Air Race CEO Bernd Loidl and Canadian flier McLeod to the city, tha...

Residents Grill Lewenza at Ward Meeting

  - June 5 09
A crowd at a ward meeting questioned Coun. Ken Lewenza Jr. about the ongoing CUPE strike Thursday night.   The meeting was organized by Lewenza, who said it was intended to explain post-retirement benefits to the community. Coun. Bill Marra, Lewenza's Ward 4 counterpart, was unable to attend....

Starting the Journey

  - July 14 09
One of the main reasons I originally loved the fitness industry and have since chosen to stay in it is the satisfaction I get from helping people that really need it. You could make the argument (and I have) that everyone needs the "medicine" we are selling: exercise. Unfortunately, the re...

Baileys Creme Brulee

  - September 2 09
12- 6oz servings 15 egg yolks 1L 35% cream 250 ml bailey’s liquor 120g white sugar Pinch of salt 1tsp honey 25ml turbinado sugar for caramelizing top Method of Preparation: 1: In small pot heat cream and bailey’s until warm 2: Ina medium bowl combine sugar, salt, honey, egg yol...

Chicken Crostini

  - September 9 09
Chicken Crostini: Makes approx 30 30g servings 30 thin slices of bread 6 small chicken breasts 2 tsp Cajun spice 125 ml oil 1 onion (sliced for caramelizing) 100 ml olive oil 40g grated applewood smoked cheddar cheese 60ml smoked mustard Method of Preparation: 1: Marinate chicken ...

Arts Community Marches Forward During Mayor's Walk

  - May 19 09
As Windsor was celebrating its birthday, many art enthusiasts in the community want everyone to know that Windsor has a lot more to offer than just the automotive industry. During Windsor's 117th birthday celebrations, members of the art community, including the Windsor Symphony Orchestra and ...

Four First-Inning Runs Salvage Series For Tigers

  - June 19 09
The Detroit Tigers finally came out of their offensive slump, scoring four runs in the first inning which helped them avoid a sweep at the hands of the St. Louis Cardinals.    Placido Polanco and Marcus Thames each had solo shots in the eighth inning which led to the 6-3 win. The win e...

Week Two: Failure

  - July 26 09
I'm not going to lie. This was a rough week.   Right out of the gate on Monday, I started my day not wanting to hit the gym. Lets face it, if going to the gym came naturally to me, I wouldn't be the physical specimen that I am in the first place.   Despite my lack of motivation, I di...

Lewenza calls for more worker protection

  - September 4 09
Government must work to strengthen laws to protect workers during future economic downturns says CAW president Ken Lewenza. While economists predict better economic times drawing near, Lewenza says the impact from this years economic slump will be felt for months or years to come. “The reces...

To the Finish Line!

  - July 30 09
So you've had your picture taken, followed the developing process and waited for that brilliantly coloured photo of which you became the subject. Chyla Foreman captures some of Windsor's racing moments from behind the lens, where she is most comfortable.   What began as an innocent photo fini...

Canal Plan Sails Closer to Federal, Provincial Funding

  - May 20 09
A plan for a downtown canal and marina is up for potential federal and provincial funding after city council passed the proposal Tuesday night. The $48-million canal plan had previously failed to make it off the table when council voted it down. Now it's been added to the list of projects the cit...

Amherstburg Car Show

  - August 3 09
Photos taken at the Amherstburg Car Show. ...

One Last Chance for Wings and Pens

  - June 12 09
The Pittsburgh Penguins forced the fifteenth Game 7 in Stanley Cup Finals history when they held on for a 2-1 win Tuesday night.   The bad news for the Penguins is that the home team has won 12 of the last 14 Game 7s in the finals.   The only two teams to win Game 7 on the road are...

Festival Makes Residents Think Green

  - June 18 09
As thousands of trucks pass by each day on Huron Church Rd., residents can now check out a new art gallery and festival that will make life a little more greener.   Located at the University of Windsor's School of Visual Arts in the Lebel building, the Open Corridor Festival is a unique ar...

Red Bull Cancels First Day of Training

  - June 12 09
          Due to poor weather conditions, Red Bull Air Race officials cancelled their first day of training yesterday and will instead make today their first and only training day.   As the rain continually poured down all day yesterday, organizers deflated the...

Upper Deck Collapses at Tiger Stadium

  - June 23 09
One of the final portions of Tiger Stadium collapsed Monday, leaving the corner of Michigan and Trumbull bare and unrecognizable to many diehard Tigers fans.   The upper deck collapsed unexpectedly at approximately 2:30 p.m. Monday afternoon as demolition continued on the old ballpark. &...

Strong Pitching leads Tigers to top of American League Central

  - May 29 09
If you’re looking for a reason as to why the Detroit Tigers lead the American League Central Division, look no further than their starting pitching.   With a record of 26-20 the Tigers are entering play tonight against the Baltimore Orioles 3.5 games ahead of both the Minnesota Twins a...