Wednesday, July 31, 2019 — DT 28959 (Vacation Edition)

Vacation Edition

Puzzle at a Glance

Puzzle Number in The Daily Telegraph DT 28959
Publication Date in The Daily Telegraph Monday, January 28, 2019
Setter Unknown
Link to Full Review Big Dave's Crossword Blog [DT 28959]
Big Dave's Crossword Blog Review Written By Miffypops
BD Rating
Difficulty - ★★	Enjoyment - ★★★
Notes
For the summer, I am taking a break from producing a detailed review of weekday puzzles. Instead, I will be found relaxing by a pristine lake at a rustic off-grid campground. During this period, I will post an abbreviated "Vacation Edition" which provides a link to the review on Big Dave's Crossword Blog for the puzzle that I expect to be published that day. However, as the National Post occasionally skips puzzles, there is no guarantee that my forecast will necessarily prove to be accurate. I will continue to post the Saturday puzzle although the review will likely appear a few days later.

Tuesday, July 30, 2019 — DT 28958 (Vacation Edition)

Vacation Edition

Puzzle at a Glance

Puzzle Number in The Daily Telegraph DT 28958
Publication Date in The Daily Telegraph Saturday, January 26, 2019
Setter Unknown
Link to Full Review Big Dave's Crossword Blog [DT 28958 – Hints] Big Dave's Crossword Blog [DT 28958 – Review]
Big Dave's Crossword Blog Review Written By Mr K (Hints) crypticsue (Review)
BD Rating
Difficulty - ★★★★	Enjoyment - ★★
Notes
As this was a Saturday "Prize Puzzle" in Britain, there are two entries related to it on Big Dave's Crossword Blog — the first, posted on the date of publication, contains hints for selected clues while the second is a full review issued following the entry deadline for the contest. The vast majority of reader comments will generally be found attached to the "hints" posting with a minimal number — if any — accompanying the full review. For the summer, I am taking a break from producing a detailed review of weekday puzzles. Instead, I will be found relaxing by a pristine lake at a rustic off-grid campground. During this period, I will post an abbreviated "Vacation Edition" which provides a link to the review on Big Dave's Crossword Blog for the puzzle that I expect to be published that day. However, as the National Post occasionally skips puzzles, there is no guarantee that my forecast will necessarily prove to be accurate. I will continue to post the Saturday puzzle although the review will likely appear a few days later.

Monday, July 29, 2019 — DT 28957 (Published Saturday, July 27, 2019) (Vacation Edition)

Vacation Edition

Puzzle at a Glance

Puzzle Number in The Daily Telegraph DT 28957
Publication Date in The Daily Telegraph Friday, January 25, 2019
Setter Giovanni (Don Manley)
Link to Full Review Big Dave's Crossword Blog [DT 28957]
Big Dave's Crossword Blog Review Written By Deep Threat
BD Rating
Difficulty - ★★★	Enjoyment - ★★★
Notes
This puzzle appears on the Monday Diversions page in the Saturday, July 27, 2019 edition of the National Post. For the summer, I am taking a break from producing a detailed review of weekday puzzles. Instead, I will be found relaxing by a pristine lake at a rustic off-grid campground. During this period, I will post an abbreviated "Vacation Edition" which provides a link to the review on Big Dave's Crossword Blog for the puzzle that I expect to be published that day. However, as the National Post occasionally skips puzzles, there is no guarantee that my forecast will necessarily prove to be accurate. I will continue to post the Saturday puzzle although the review will likely appear a few days later.

Saturday, July 27, 2019 — Down East Reveal

Introduction

A big 20d to Henry for providing the solution to today's puzzle from Cox & Rathvon.

The title of today's post is inspired by the 11a and 27a duo.

I invite you to leave a comment to let us know how you fared with the puzzle.

Signing off for this week — Falcon

Friday, July 26, 2019 — DT 28956 (Vacation Edition)

Vacation Edition

Puzzle at a Glance

Puzzle Number in The Daily Telegraph DT 28956
Publication Date in The Daily Telegraph Thursday, January 24, 2019
Setter proXimal (Steve Bartlett)
Link to Full Review Big Dave's Crossword Blog [DT 28956]
Big Dave's Crossword Blog Review Written By Falcon
BD Rating
Difficulty - ★★★ / ★★★★	Enjoyment - ★★★★
Notes
For the summer, I am taking a break from producing a detailed review of weekday puzzles. Instead, I will be found relaxing by a pristine lake at a rustic off-grid campground. During this period, I will post an abbreviated "Vacation Edition" which provides a link to the review on Big Dave's Crossword Blog for the puzzle that I expect to be published that day. However, as the National Post occasionally skips puzzles, there is no guarantee that my forecast will necessarily prove to be accurate. I will continue to post the Saturday puzzle although the review will likely appear a few days later.

Thursday, July 25, 2019 — DT 28955 (Vacation Edition)

Vacation Edition

Puzzle at a Glance

Puzzle Number in The Daily Telegraph DT 28955
Publication Date in The Daily Telegraph Wednesday, January 23, 2019
Setter Jay (Jeremy Mutch)
Link to Full Review Big Dave's Crossword Blog [DT 28955]
Big Dave's Crossword Blog Review Written By 2Kiwis
BD Rating
Difficulty - ★★	Enjoyment - ★★★★
Notes
For the summer, I am taking a break from producing a detailed review of weekday puzzles. Instead, I will be found relaxing by a pristine lake at a rustic off-grid campground. During this period, I will post an abbreviated "Vacation Edition" which provides a link to the review on Big Dave's Crossword Blog for the puzzle that I expect to be published that day. However, as the National Post occasionally skips puzzles, there is no guarantee that my forecast will necessarily prove to be accurate. I will continue to post the Saturday puzzle although the review will likely appear a few days later.

Wednesday, July 24, 2019 — DT 28954 (Vacation Edition)

Vacation Edition

Puzzle at a Glance

Puzzle Number in The Daily Telegraph DT 28954
Publication Date in The Daily Telegraph Tuesday, January 22, 2019
Setter Unknown
Link to Full Review Big Dave's Crossword Blog [DT 28954]
Big Dave's Crossword Blog Review Written By Mr K
BD Rating
Difficulty - ★★	Enjoyment - ★★★
Notes
For the summer, I am taking a break from producing a detailed review of weekday puzzles. Instead, I will be found relaxing by a pristine lake at a rustic off-grid campground. During this period, I will post an abbreviated "Vacation Edition" which provides a link to the review on Big Dave's Crossword Blog for the puzzle that I expect to be published that day. However, as the National Post occasionally skips puzzles, there is no guarantee that my forecast will necessarily prove to be accurate. I will continue to post the Saturday puzzle although the review will likely appear a few days later.

Tuesday, July 23, 2019 — DT 28953 (Vacation Edition)

Vacation Edition

Puzzle at a Glance

Puzzle Number in The Daily Telegraph DT 28953
Publication Date in The Daily Telegraph Monday, January 21, 2019
Setter Unknown
Link to Full Review Big Dave's Crossword Blog [DT 28953]
Big Dave's Crossword Blog Review Written By Miffypops
BD Rating
Difficulty - ★★	Enjoyment - ★★
Notes
For the summer, I am taking a break from producing a detailed review of weekday puzzles. Instead, I will be found relaxing by a pristine lake at a rustic off-grid campground. During this period, I will post an abbreviated "Vacation Edition" which provides a link to the review on Big Dave's Crossword Blog for the puzzle that I expect to be published that day. However, as the National Post occasionally skips puzzles, there is no guarantee that my forecast will necessarily prove to be accurate. I will continue to post the Saturday puzzle although the review will likely appear a few days later.

Monday, July 22, 2019 — DT 28952 (Published Saturday, July 20, 2019) (Vacation Edition)

Vacation Edition

Puzzle at a Glance

Puzzle Number in The Daily Telegraph DT 28952
Publication Date in The Daily Telegraph Saturday, January 19, 2019
Setter Unknown
Link to Full Review Big Dave's Crossword Blog [DT 28952 – Hints] Big Dave's Crossword Blog [DT 28952 – Review]
Big Dave's Crossword Blog Review Written By Tilsit (Hints) crypticsue (Review)
BD Rating
Difficulty - ★	Enjoyment - ★★★
Notes
As this was a Saturday "Prize Puzzle" in Britain, there are two entries related to it on Big Dave's Crossword Blog — the first, posted on the date of publication, contains hints for selected clues while the second is a full review issued following the entry deadline for the contest. The vast majority of reader comments will generally be found attached to the "hints" posting with a minimal number — if any — accompanying the full review. This puzzle appears on the Monday Diversions page in the Saturday, July 20, 2019 edition of the National Post. For the summer, I am taking a break from producing a detailed review of weekday puzzles. Instead, I will be found relaxing by a pristine lake at a rustic off-grid campground. During this period, I will post an abbreviated "Vacation Edition" which provides a link to the review on Big Dave's Crossword Blog for the puzzle that I expect to be published that day. However, as the National Post occasionally skips puzzles, there is no guarantee that my forecast will necessarily prove to be accurate. I will continue to post the Saturday puzzle although the review will likely appear a few days later.

Saturday, July 20, 2019 — CatDog

Introduction

Might today's puzzle from Cox & Rathvon be a salute to the character CatDog from the television series of the same name originally broadcast from 1998 to 2005 on Nickelodeon, a US cable channel for children?

Now I ask myself, is this really children's entertainment?

Many thanks to Henry for supplying the solution (see Comments section below) while I was basking in the sun at the lake. Given the extreme temperatures over the weekend, the following old joke comes to mind:

Comic: "Man, it was hot yesterday!"
Straight Man: "How hot was it?"
Comic: "It was so hot that I saw a dog chasing a cat — and they were both walking."

I invite you to leave a comment to let us know how you fared with the puzzle.

Signing off for today — Falcon

Friday, July 19, 2019 — DT 28951 (Vacation Edition)

Vacation Edition

Puzzle at a Glance

Puzzle Number in The Daily Telegraph DT 28951
Publication Date in The Daily Telegraph Friday, January 18, 2019
Setter Giovanni (Don Manley)
Link to Full Review Big Dave's Crossword Blog [DT 28951]
Big Dave's Crossword Blog Review Written By Deep Threat
BD Rating
Difficulty - ★★	Enjoyment - ★★★
Notes
For the summer, I am taking a break from producing a detailed review of weekday puzzles. Instead, I will be found relaxing by a pristine lake at a rustic off-grid campground. During this period, I will post an abbreviated "Vacation Edition" which provides a link to the review on Big Dave's Crossword Blog for the puzzle that I expect to be published that day. However, as the National Post occasionally skips puzzles, there is no guarantee that my forecast will necessarily prove to be accurate. I will continue to post the Saturday puzzle although the review will likely appear a few days later.

Thursday, July 18, 2019 — DT 28950 (Vacation Edition)

Vacation Edition

Puzzle at a Glance

Puzzle Number in The Daily Telegraph DT 28950
Publication Date in The Daily Telegraph Thursday, January 17, 2019
Setter RayT (Ray Terrell)
Link to Full Review Big Dave's Crossword Blog [DT 28950]
Big Dave's Crossword Blog Review Written By Kath
BD Rating
Difficulty - ★★★	Enjoyment - ★★★
Notes
For the summer, I am taking a break from producing a detailed review of weekday puzzles. Instead, I will be found relaxing by a pristine lake at a rustic off-grid campground. During this period, I will post an abbreviated "Vacation Edition" which provides a link to the review on Big Dave's Crossword Blog for the puzzle that I expect to be published that day. However, as the National Post occasionally skips puzzles, there is no guarantee that my forecast will necessarily prove to be accurate. I will continue to post the Saturday puzzle although the review will likely appear a few days later.

Wednesday, July 17, 2019 — DT 28949 (Vacation Edition)

Vacation Edition

Puzzle at a Glance

Puzzle Number in The Daily Telegraph DT 28949
Publication Date in The Daily Telegraph Wednesday, January 16, 2019
Setter Jay (Jeremy Mutch)
Link to Full Review Big Dave's Crossword Blog [DT 28949]
Big Dave's Crossword Blog Review Written By 2Kiwis
BD Rating
Difficulty - ★★	Enjoyment - ★★★★
Notes
For the summer, I am taking a break from producing a detailed review of weekday puzzles. Instead, I will be found relaxing by a pristine lake at a rustic off-grid campground. During this period, I will post an abbreviated "Vacation Edition" which provides a link to the review on Big Dave's Crossword Blog for the puzzle that I expect to be published that day. However, as the National Post occasionally skips puzzles, there is no guarantee that my forecast will necessarily prove to be accurate. I will continue to post the Saturday puzzle although the review will likely appear a few days later.

Tuesday, July 16, 2019 — DT 28948 (Vacation Edition)

Vacation Edition

Puzzle at a Glance

Puzzle Number in The Daily Telegraph DT 28948
Publication Date in The Daily Telegraph Tuesday, January 15, 2019
Setter Unknown
Link to Full Review Big Dave's Crossword Blog [DT 28948]
Big Dave's Crossword Blog Review Written By Mr K
BD Rating
Difficulty - ★★★	Enjoyment - ★★★★
Notes
For the summer, I am taking a break from producing a detailed review of weekday puzzles. Instead, I will be found relaxing by a pristine lake at a rustic off-grid campground. During this period, I will post an abbreviated "Vacation Edition" which provides a link to the review on Big Dave's Crossword Blog for the puzzle that I expect to be published that day. However, as the National Post occasionally skips puzzles, there is no guarantee that my forecast will necessarily prove to be accurate. I will continue to post the Saturday puzzle although the review will likely appear a few days later.

Monday, July 15, 2019 — DT 28947 (Published Saturday, July 13, 2019) (Vacation Edition)

Vacation Edition

Puzzle at a Glance

Puzzle Number in The Daily Telegraph DT 28947
Publication Date in The Daily Telegraph Monday, January 14, 2019
Setter Unknown
Link to Full Review Big Dave's Crossword Blog [DT 28947]
Big Dave's Crossword Blog Review Written By Miffypops
BD Rating
Difficulty - ★★	Enjoyment - ★★
Notes
For the summer, I am taking a break from producing a detailed review of weekday puzzles. Instead, I will be found relaxing by a pristine lake at a rustic off-grid campground. During this period, I will post an abbreviated "Vacation Edition" which provides a link to the review on Big Dave's Crossword Blog for the puzzle that I expect to be published that day. However, as the National Post occasionally skips puzzles, there is no guarantee that my forecast will necessarily prove to be accurate. I will continue to post the Saturday puzzle although the review will likely appear a few days later.

Saturday, July 13, 2019 — Cox & Rathvon (Preliminary Post)

Introduction

Here is today's puzzle from Cox & Rathvon. I will return later with the solution.

I invite you to leave a comment to let us know how you fared with the puzzle.

Signing off for the moment — Falcon

Friday, July 12, 2019 — DT 28946 (Vacation Edition)

Vacation Edition

Puzzle at a Glance

Puzzle Number in The Daily Telegraph DT 28946
Publication Date in The Daily Telegraph Saturday, January 12, 2019
Setter Unknown
Link to Full Review Big Dave's Crossword Blog [DT 28946 – Hints] Big Dave's Crossword Blog [DT 28946 – Review]
Big Dave's Crossword Blog Review Written By Big Dave (Hints) gnomethang (Review)
BD Rating
Difficulty - ★★	Enjoyment - ★★★
Notes
As this was a Saturday "Prize Puzzle" in Britain, there are two entries related to it on Big Dave's Crossword Blog — the first, posted on the date of publication, contains hints for selected clues while the second is a full review issued following the entry deadline for the contest. The vast majority of reader comments will generally be found attached to the "hints" posting with a minimal number — if any — accompanying the full review. For the summer, I am taking a break from producing a detailed review of weekday puzzles. Instead, I will be found relaxing by a pristine lake at a rustic off-grid campground. During this period, I will post an abbreviated "Vacation Edition" which provides a link to the review on Big Dave's Crossword Blog for the puzzle that I expect to be published that day. However, as the National Post occasionally skips puzzles, there is no guarantee that my forecast will necessarily prove to be accurate. I will continue to post the Saturday puzzle although the review will likely appear a few days later.

Thursday, July 11, 2019 — DT 28945 (Vacation Edition)

Vacation Edition

Puzzle at a Glance

Puzzle Number in The Daily Telegraph DT 28945
Publication Date in The Daily Telegraph Friday, January 11, 2019
Setter Giovanni (Don Manley)
Link to Full Review Big Dave's Crossword Blog [DT 28945]
Big Dave's Crossword Blog Review Written By Deep Threat
BD Rating
Difficulty - ★★	Enjoyment - ★★★
Notes
For the summer, I am taking a break from producing a detailed review of weekday puzzles. Instead, I will be found relaxing by a pristine lake at a rustic off-grid campground. During this period, I will post an abbreviated "Vacation Edition" which provides a link to the review on Big Dave's Crossword Blog for the puzzle that I expect to be published that day. However, as the National Post occasionally skips puzzles, there is no guarantee that my forecast will necessarily prove to be accurate. I will continue to post the Saturday puzzle although the review will likely appear a few days later.

Wednesday, July 10, 2019 — DT 28944 (Vacation Edition)

Vacation Edition

Puzzle at a Glance

Puzzle Number in The Daily Telegraph DT 28944
Publication Date in The Daily Telegraph Thursday, January 10, 2019
Setter Unknown
Link to Full Review Big Dave's Crossword Blog [DT 28944]
Big Dave's Crossword Blog Review Written By pommers
BD Rating
Difficulty - ★★★	Enjoyment - ★★★★
Notes
For the summer, I am taking a break from producing a detailed review of weekday puzzles. Instead, I will be found relaxing by a pristine lake at a rustic off-grid campground. During this period, I will post an abbreviated "Vacation Edition" which provides a link to the review on Big Dave's Crossword Blog for the puzzle that I expect to be published that day. However, as the National Post occasionally skips puzzles, there is no guarantee that my forecast will necessarily prove to be accurate. I will continue to post the Saturday puzzle although the review will likely appear a few days later.

Tuesday, July 9, 2019 — DT 28943 (Vacation Edition)

Vacation Edition

Puzzle at a Glance

Puzzle Number in The Daily Telegraph DT 28943
Publication Date in The Daily Telegraph Wednesday, January 9, 2019
Setter Jay (Jeremy Mutch)
Link to Full Review Big Dave's Crossword Blog [DT 28943]
Big Dave's Crossword Blog Review Written By 2Kiwis
BD Rating
Difficulty - ★★★	Enjoyment - ★★★★
Notes
For the summer, I am taking a break from producing a detailed review of weekday puzzles. Instead, I will be found relaxing by a pristine lake at a rustic off-grid campground. During this period, I will post an abbreviated "Vacation Edition" which provides a link to the review on Big Dave's Crossword Blog for the puzzle that I expect to be published that day. However, as the National Post occasionally skips puzzles, there is no guarantee that my forecast will necessarily prove to be accurate. I will continue to post the Saturday puzzle although the review will likely appear a few days later.

Introduction

Those who visited Big Dave's Crossword Blog over the past week or so will have noticed that he has been encountering severe technical difficulties with his blog. He has now managed to stabilize his site by converting to a new WordPress theme. As a result, the look and feel of his blog is now vastly different from what we have been accustomed to. The issues with his site combined with my own personal challenges caused me to fall behind in my own postings. I have now caught up and will hopefully be able to stay current.

Signing off for today — Falcon

Monday, July 8, 2019 — DT 28942 (Published Saturday, July 6, 2019) (Vacation Edition)

Vacation Edition

Puzzle at a Glance

Puzzle Number in The Daily Telegraph DT 28942
Publication Date in The Daily Telegraph Tuesday, January 8, 2019
Setter Unknown
Link to Full Review Big Dave's Crossword Blog [DT 28942]
Big Dave's Crossword Blog Review Written By Mr K
BD Rating
Difficulty - ★★	Enjoyment - ★★★
Notes
This puzzle appears on the Monday Diversions page in the Saturday, July 6, 2019 edition of the National Post.

Introduction

For the summer, I am taking a break from producing a detailed review of weekday puzzles. Instead, I will be found relaxing by a pristine lake at a rustic off-grid campground. During this period, I will post an abbreviated "Vacation Edition" which provides a link to the review on Big Dave's Crossword Blog for the puzzle that I expect to be published that day. However, as the National Post occasionally skips puzzles, there is no guarantee that my forecast will necessarily prove to be accurate. I will continue to post the Saturday puzzle although the review will likely appear a few days later.

Signing off for today — Falcon

Saturday, July 6, 2019 — Caught In The Crosshairs

Introduction

I would agree with many of you who commented that today's puzzle from Cox & Rathvon lies toward the more difficult end of the setters' spectrum. I did manage to complete it without resorting to outside help but I certainly spent as much time on the last few clues as I did on the rest of the puzzle combined.

Many thanks to Henry for having supplied the solution in the comments below (as well as the inspiration for the title of the post).

I invite you to leave a comment to let us know how you fared with the puzzle.

Signing off til next week — Falcon

Friday, July 5, 2019 — DT 28941 (Vacation Edition)

This post was published on July 9, 2019 but backdated to maintain puzzle sequence.

Vacation Edition

Puzzle at a Glance

Puzzle Number in The Daily Telegraph DT 28941
Publication Date in The Daily Telegraph Monday, January 7, 2019
Setter Unknown
Link to Full Review Big Dave's Crossword Blog [DT 28941]
Big Dave's Crossword Blog Review Written By Miffypops
BD Rating
Difficulty - ★★	Enjoyment - ★★★

Introduction

For the summer, I am taking a break from producing a detailed review of weekday puzzles. Instead, I will be found relaxing by a pristine lake at a rustic off-grid campground. During this period, I will post an abbreviated "Vacation Edition" which provides a link to the review on Big Dave's Crossword Blog for the puzzle that I expect to be published that day. However, as the National Post occasionally skips puzzles, there is no guarantee that my forecast will necessarily prove to be accurate. I will continue to post the Saturday puzzle although the review will likely appear a few days later.

Signing off for today — Falcon

Thursday, July 4, 2019 — DT 28940 (Vacation Edition)

This post was published on July 9, 2019 but backdated to maintain puzzle sequence.

Vacation Edition

Puzzle at a Glance

Puzzle Number in The Daily Telegraph DT 28940
Publication Date in The Daily Telegraph Saturday, January 5, 2019
Setter Unknown
Link to Full Review Big Dave's Crossword Blog [DT 28940 – Hints] Big Dave's Crossword Blog [DT 28940 – Review]
Big Dave's Crossword Blog Review Written By Big Dave (Hints) crypticsue (Review)
BD Rating
Difficulty - ★★	Enjoyment - ★★★
Notes
As this was a Saturday "Prize Puzzle" in Britain, there are two entries related to it on Big Dave's Crossword Blog — the first, posted on the date of publication, contains hints for selected clues while the second is a full review issued following the entry deadline for the contest. The vast majority of reader comments will generally be found attached to the "hints" posting with a minimal number — if any — accompanying the full review.

Introduction

For the summer, I am taking a break from producing a detailed review of weekday puzzles. Instead, I will be found relaxing by a pristine lake at a rustic off-grid campground. During this period, I will post an abbreviated "Vacation Edition" which provides a link to the review on Big Dave's Crossword Blog for the puzzle that I expect to be published that day. However, as the National Post occasionally skips puzzles, there is no guarantee that my forecast will necessarily prove to be accurate. I will continue to post the Saturday puzzle although the review will likely appear a few days later.

Signing off for today — Falcon

Wednesday, July 3, 2019 — DT 28939 (Vacation Edition)

Vacation Edition

Puzzle at a Glance

Puzzle Number in The Daily Telegraph DT 28939
Publication Date in The Daily Telegraph Friday, January 4, 2019
Setter Giovanni (Don Manley)
Link to Full Review Big Dave's Crossword Blog [DT 28939]
Big Dave's Crossword Blog Review Written By Deep Threat
BD Rating
Difficulty - ★★	Enjoyment - ★★★

Introduction

For the summer, I am taking a break from producing a detailed review of weekday puzzles. Instead, I will be found relaxing by a pristine lake at a rustic off-grid campground. During this period, I will post an abbreviated "Vacation Edition" which provides a link to the review on Big Dave's Crossword Blog for the puzzle that I expect to be published that day. However, as the National Post occasionally skips puzzles, there is no guarantee that my forecast will necessarily prove to be accurate. I will continue to post the Saturday puzzle although the review will likely appear a few days later.

Signing off for today — Falcon

Tuesday, July 2, 2019 — DT 28938 (Vacation Edition)

Vacation Edition

Puzzle at a Glance

Puzzle Number in The Daily Telegraph DT 28938
Publication Date in The Daily Telegraph Thursday, January 3, 2019
Setter proXimal (Steve Bartlett)
Link to Full Review Big Dave's Crossword Blog [DT 28938]
Big Dave's Crossword Blog Review Written By Kath
BD Rating
Difficulty - ★★★ / ★★★★	Enjoyment - ★★★

Gone Camping

For the summer, I am taking a break from producing a detailed review of weekday puzzles. Instead, I will be found relaxing by a pristine lake at a rustic off-grid campground. During this period, I will post an abbreviated "Vacation Edition" which provides a link to the review on Big Dave's Crossword Blog for the puzzle that I expect to be published that day. However, as the National Post occasionally skips puzzles, there is no guarantee that my forecast will necessarily prove to be accurate. I will continue to post the Saturday puzzle although the review will likely appear a few days later.

Signing off for today — Falcon