-- "A failing century-old water well and the challenging task of salvaging the existing equipment. Using heavy machinery and manual labor, M. Bjoernstroem works to stabilize the site, replace essential piping, and modernize the pump system to restore reliable water access for the property." --
-- "First days of starting a new life at my off-grid homestead in the Portugese mountains with the plan to renovate a historic ruin. A stone farmhouse cabin which has collapsed over time on a very old vineyard, with other abandoned buildings which also need rebuilding." --And another such (more realised) endeavor... this time in France.
-- "We bought a 120-year-old abandoned Edwardian water tower — and we’re turning it into our home. After years of searching for land to self-build on, this unexpected auction lot changed everything." --The playlist is here.
-- "Documenting a year of farm renovations in rural Norway, this video follows the challenges of rebuilding an abandoned property. From battling harsh weather to tackling mechanical repairs and animal antics, viewers witness a continuous cycle of projects." --
Durham Regional Police say 64-year-old Scott Stevens has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with the death of his wife in Newcastle earlier this month. This is Durham’s fifth homicide of the year.
-- "Ontario Provincial Police report that they arrested six suspects and others could be at large following an armed home invasion just east of Huntsville, Ont. in the Hillside area. The major gateway to Ontario cottage country was fully re-opened Tuesday afternoon after the multiple closures due to the investigation." --Sadly, it appears none of the six have actual names...
-- "'The OPP urges the public to remain vigilant and promptly report any suspicious activity to police,' notes the media release. 'This investigation remains ongoing, and more information will be released when available.'" --And...
-- "Peel Police say an officer has been taken to the hospital following a hit and run in Mississauga." --
I was beginning to wonder if Mrs Neo and I were going to be snowed in until spring.
The picture above was from last night when Neophyte managed to bull through two foot deep snow down our 700 foot long inclined driveway on his way back to the Devil's Armpit. It was not without drama, mind you... he managed to high-center his off-road capable Cherokee about halfway down... which required a session of not too pleasant excavation.
Fortunately, one of the local snowplow guys was able to work his 4WD magic... thx again, Jeff.
I came across this Youtube Channel just yesterday... and it just pulled me in. After watching their latest video about reclaiming a collapsed 100 year-old Norwegian stone barn, I was hooked. It's a big pivot from the daily smashmouth urban muck I wade through daily.
Once upon a time this would have been my dream... it's why we moved out here and bought acreage. After my heart attack three years ago, I've come to feel my age and now realise I should have started down this path 20 years ago.
Anyway... Eirik and his wife and kids are living that dream. It's a worthy endeavor and if any of this grabs your suspenders, you might want to subscribe to his channel. You can click on the photo above to get there.
-- "Hamilton Police say one person is dead after a triple shooting at a party on Highway 6, near Concession Road 6 East in Hamilton early Sunday morning. Upon arriving at the property, police learned at least two other victims had fled the scene. Police have not released a suspect description at this time." --
-- "Follow along as we renovate our first property in the Highlands of Scotland." --
-- "New York has a truly asinine law on the books: It’s illegal to ship pepper spray here. But it’s not illegal to own it or use it in certain cases of self-defense." --
Norfolk OPP have identified the victim as Marlene Wilson. She was found dead inside a home at 224 Mechanic St. in Waterford shortly before 8:30 a.m. Sunday." --OF COURSE... IT'S THE DUDE WITH THE FANCY-ASS NAME...
-- "On Saturday, OPP announced they’ve charged 34-year-old grandson Jordaine Anthony Lewis Wilson of Norfolk County with first degree murder." --WE ARE ALL TORONTONIANS NOW...
-- "London Ontario Police are investigating after two men were approached and shot at by a gunman Friday night in a parking lot in the area of Fanshawe Park Road West and Hyde Park Road." --
WHY DID JUSTIN COME AFTER MY LEGAL, REGISTERED FIREARMS?
-- "Police are looking for a white SUV, and the shooter is described as a light-brown-skinned male. The suspects fled the area driving west." --
-- "Police in York Region are investigating a drive-by shooting at around 8:40 a.m. on Centre Street in the village of Shomberg, Ont. A 65-year-old male was found with serious injuries and was taken to an area hospital." --
-- "Durham Regional Police are investigating Saturday after two people were found dead with obvious signs of trauma on Crombie Street in Bowmanville." --
-- "The Renfrew County Crime Unit and members of the Killaloe OPP are seeking a warrant for the arrest of 18-year-old Trey Gagnon of Laurentian Valley Township, for Second-Degree Murder." --MEANWHILE... THEY WHO SHALL REMAIN NAMELESS...
-- "Five people from southern Ontario have been charged with first-degree murder in connection with the April 5 shooting death in M'Chigeeng First Nation." --
TABER, AB -- "The Taber Police Service was kept busy on Monday as officers responded to a complaint of an armed robbery at a corn stand. The TPS said multiple officers attended the scene. No physical injuries were reported. Police noted that the suspect fled the scene on foot and an RCMP K9 Unit was called to assist." --
UPDATE: They always get their man, er... children
LOOKING TO REGAIN PUBLIC'S CONFIDENCE WITH SIGNATURE CRIME
-- "Mounties are trying to identify a man who posed as reflexologist and rubbed two women's feet during 'separate and unusual interactions' in B.C.'s Okanagan." --
-- "Roger Bilodeau, the man who initiated a high-speed chase that ended in two Métis-Cree hunters being shot to death on a rural road northeast of Edmonton, was sentenced to 10 years in prison Friday. His son Anthony Bilodeau was found guilty by a jury of second-degree murder and manslaughter and his sentencing hearing is expected to begin Nov. 17. --
