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April 2, 2026

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Meeting consumer demands

In grandpa’s time, the only two things that concerned the consumer were: Was it available? Could you afford it? In the 1950s many foods were

Caldwell CONNIE HUNTER 819-647-4700

It sure doesn’t look like spring yet but hopefully it’s just around the corner. We had the grand opening of our new dynacare lab this

Waltham HELEN PERRY 819-689-2652

I hope that everyone enjoyed St. Patrick’s Day and managed to wear their green. We enjoyed a lovely dinner at L’Ancienne Banque with Rhonda and

Meeting consumer demands

In grandpa’s time, the only two things that concerned the consumer were: Was it available? Could you afford it? In the 1950s many foods were only available when they were in season such as tangerines at Christmas, grapefruit in January,

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Caldwell CONNIE HUNTER 819-647-4700

It sure doesn’t look like spring yet but hopefully it’s just around the corner. We had the grand opening of our new dynacare lab this week in Arnprior, Ont. at the Arnprior Hospital. What a beautiful new lab. It is

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Waltham HELEN PERRY 819-689-2652

I hope that everyone enjoyed St. Patrick’s Day and managed to wear their green. We enjoyed a lovely dinner at L’Ancienne Banque with Rhonda and Mark and then we took in some great Irish music at the Regal Beagle. Sue

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The Parents’ Voice By Shelley Heaphy

Easter eggs Another special holiday is creeping up on us. Easter is just around the corner and can be super fun to celebrate with the kiddos. My absolute favourite Easter purchase is plastic Easter eggs. They are so versatile and

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