[Image-1] If you’re a political junkie living in any of the three electoral districts in Nova Scotia that will see a trio of elections between now and the autumn of 2016, you’re going to get your fix in a big way. Should you not be looking forward to sales pitches from political candidates, or casting […]
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Free Will Astrology
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Taurus (Apr 20-May 20) eBay is a multi-billion-dollar e-commerce business that has been around for almost 20 years. But it had an inauspicious beginning. The first item ever sold on the service was a broken laser pointer. Even though the laser pointer didn’t work, and the seller informed the buyer it didn’t work, […]
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Thanh & Jon
Thanh Phung and Jon Johannsson’s worlds collided when they were still teenagers. After he moved to her small town from Iceland, the pair—then high school seniors—got to know each through the school musical they were both involved in. Thanh ended up in the hospital later that year, and was touched by how much Jon was […]
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Letters to the editor, April 30, 2015
Lifelong poverty I am one of the poor who will never be able to afford a computer/laptop/internet service. I was born into poverty during a majority federal Conservative government in power, who made my single mother and me live on a monthly cheque which they would not increase with the cost of living, the price […]
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The look of love
I am planning on a tight budget, and don’t have the money to go all out with decor. What would you say are the top three things I should not skimp on? Being faced with this question often, I always strongly suggest these three things: don’t skimp on quality linens, flowers or lighting. To save […]
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Zelda & Paul
They say good things come to those who wait, but gorgeous weddings come to them, too. After nearly 14 years together, Paul Smith and Zelda Carter tied the knot last fall on a day that was both a DIYer’s dream and a Halloween-lover’s fantasy. They’d only been dating a year or so when Paul popped […]
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Flower play
Why is it important for couples to consider buying local flowers? There is a lot to love about locally grown flowers: They are exceptionally beautiful, fresh and affordable. They use far less transportation and packaging than conventional blooms, contribute to our local economy and provide a much-needed connection to the seasons. Our greatest strength is […]
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Iced iced baby
Can you share a few pointers on how couples can decide on a design that suits their day? When searching for inspiration for your wedding cake design, there are a number of things that can be helpful. Things such as wedding colours, decor, flowers, the overall theme, venue, even the dress can all help with […]
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An extra ordinary day
When Ashley Forshner was struggling to find the look that she wanted for her hubby-to-be and his groomsmen, she didn’t just shrug her shoulders and give into a backup plan—she got creative. “I wanted mismatched bow ties. It was a picnic lunch—less formal, more fun. So I learned how to make them myself,” she says. […]
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Glam session
From left to right: Demi by Maggie Sottero Allure Bridals, Flora by Maggie Sottero Both lines available at Chester & Felicity (1479 Dresden Row) and Always & Forever Bridal (145 Main Street) Related Stories
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Spring Fashion 2015
We need this. Really. Take a look at our entire Spring Fashion Feature, right here, and don’t forget to follow our Instagram this weekend as designer, blogger and all around rad lady Mo Handahu takes over and shows us her version of a fashionable Halifax weekend. Freshly styled: On our cover Nova Fashion Incubator is […]
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Jamie & Matt
Jamie Randell and Matt Kallio found love online in 2007. At the time, Jamie was living St. John’s and Matthew in Wolfville, but after two years of chatting long-distance, they finally met in 2009, relocating to Halifax soon after. “As cliche as it sounds,” says Jamie, “I knew from that moment, he was the one […]
