The Sudbury Wolves have had an incredible week of hockey. In a rare spot in the season, three home games took place in the Sudbury Community Arena starting on the 11th, wrapping up on the 15th. The Wolves faced off with three very tough teams to start 2017 at home, starting with the Soo Greyhounds, followed by the North Bay Battalion and closing with a matchup with the Mississauga Steelheads. Following these three games, they sit at sixth in the Eastern Conference and 14th overall, with a record of 19-19 and 43 points keeping the dream of a post-season......
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Looking for some hearty fall bakes? Try this healthy homemade banana nut breakfast cake! Shhhhhh… Don’t tell anyone that it’s gluten free! Ingredients: 2 cups old fashioned rolled oats 1/3 cup brown sugar 1 tsp baking powder 1 tbsp orange zest 1 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp salt 1-2 cups assorted nuts, coarsely chopped 1/3 cup chocolate chips 1 cup banana slices 1 cup strawberry slices 2 cups almond milk 1 egg 1/2 cup apple sauce 2 tsp pure vanilla Directions: Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Mix almond milk, egg, apple sauce and vanilla in baking dish. In separate bowl,......
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Do it yourself (DIY) is all the rage these days, it is pretty much why Pinterest was invented. From home decor to lip scrubs, you can pretty much find out how to make anything these days but have you ever considered tooth paste or mouth wash? Years ago I started switching all my products to more natural solutions, and recently I try to make as many of my products as I can. Making your own products can be great because you know exactly what goes in them and there are no surprises. Another amazing benefit is that they are actually healthier......
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The holidays are done, your time off is up, and it’s back to the grind. For some this is an exciting time; they’ve made their new year’s resolutions, their day planner is filled to the nines, and they’re ready to take on 2017. Well, good for them but let’s be real, that’s not how we all feel. When the lovely veil of holiday magic has been lifted and the nasty realm of reality comes into plain view many of us suffer from the New Year slump-basically this means that we feel a little unready, nervous or anxious, and all......
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The weather has been pretty chilly lately and this is the perfect hot chocolate recipe to warm you up on these winter days. This hot chocolate is warm and toasty, what is even better is that it is heathy and simple. It is especially great for those animal lovers since it is vegan. You will need: 1-2 cups of Almond milk 1 ½ Tbsp of Cocoa powder 2 Tbsp of Maple syrup How to make it: In a sauce pan add all ingredients (almond milk, cocoa powder, maple syrup) and heat on medium heat. Let simmer for 5 mins......
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Have you ever imagined receiving a massage upon attending a yoga class, grabbing a loose leaf tea and a healthy salad all in the same spot? Well let me tell you, you have arrived at just the right place! We spoke with Guylaine Jalbert, the founder of Quinta Essentia and she gave us the inside scoop about her studio. A holistic environment filled with wellness workshops, yoga classes and healthy essentials that will surely leave you rejuvenated! Tell us about yourself and Quinta Essentia. My name is Guylaine Jalbert. I am a Reiki Master and a Certified Holistic Aroma......
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Roasting a turkey is nothing to be afraid of! It’s really not as time consuming or difficult as people make it out to be. The key to a juicy on the inside, crispy on the outside turkey is simple… Brine. A simple brine is basically a salt bath for your turkey that allows the turkey to soak up and retain water. Best of all, brining actually reduces the time it takes to cook the bird! Try out this version to infuse your turkey with some lovely holiday flavours. Ingredients: 1 frozen young turkey, approx. 15 lbs. 1 lb.......
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It is the season of holiday parties and mixing up a delicious cocktail is one of our favourite party activities. Today I’m sharing two different ways you can make a delicious Cranberry Christmas Cocktail! Cranberry Martini Ingredients: 2 oz. vodka ½ oz. orange liqueur ½ oz. dry vermouth 3 oz. cranberry juice Fresh cranberries Fresh rosemary Directions: Swirl vermouth around glass. Toss out any extra vermouth. In a shaker filled with ice, combine vodka, orange liqueur and cranberry juice. Shake and strain into a martini glass. Garnish with cranberries and rosemary. Cranberry Candy Cane Cocktail Ingredients: 2 oz. Smirnoff peppermint......
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Stats: Name: Samantha Morell, Taylor Weber, Taylor Philip Jersey #: 25, 88, 17 Position: Right Wing, Center, Forward Favourite Restaurant in Sudbury: Ripe, Tap house, DiGusto Favourite Store in Sudbury: Treasure Hunt, Bulk Barn Sitting at 4th place in the OUA, the Laurentian Voyageurs Women’s Hockey team is poised to make another strong run this season, after making history last year in what was their first post-season appearance. Currently rebounding from a tough two game streak with a huge 4-1 victory over Brock, who find themselves just behind Laurentian in the standings. The big win brings the Lady Vees......
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Pomegranate season is in full swing. If you know me, you know that means I’m in utter bliss! Poms are my all-time favourite fruit and I mourn their disappearance from supermarket shelves each spring. Needless to say, while these babies are available, I incorporate them into as many recipes as humanly possible! Whether or not you’re trying to appease a gluten-free friend, this spiced pear and pomegranate dessert should be the next recipe you try! If you’re looking for a more traditional dessert, simple bake some pre-made tarts according to their directions and spoon in the mixture! Ingredients: 4......
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