Homer Watson – Spoke

Local artist paints from the heart

By Cassie Tulecki Todd Manuel’s collection, currently on display at the Homer Watson House and Gallery, is called Objects of My Affections. It has exquisite colour and depth, and focuses on everyday items in an atmosphere that is warm and welcoming. As you look at each piece of art you think about the subjects in the paintings and really appreciate the simplicity of them. Manuel is able to take something … Continued

Kitchener home to federal prison

BY BRANDON HOMMEL In Canada, women sentenced to prison terms of more than two years serve their time in a federal institution operated by the Correctional Service of Canada. What a lot of K-W residents don’t know is that some of those inmates are housed in Kitchener’s own backyard. Grand Valley Institution for Women is a prison located at 1575 Homer Watson Blvd., in Kitchener. Even though it is disguised as … Continued

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