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The View From Here – Replacing Greyhound Bus service is a matter of great urgency for those affected

Tom Henihan It is now official, an irreversible reality that Greyhound has ceased service to 360 locations in Western Canada, 300 of those were relying solely on Greyhound for service. It is easy to say that the demise of Greyhound…

November 7, 2018 · by Admin2015 ·

Commentary – Always remember those who served

Mac Olsen Next Sunday marks the centennial of the end of the First World War – and it is imperative for us to ensure for posterity that the fallen and all veterans will always be remembered. The last Canadian veteran…

November 7, 2018 · by Admin2015 ·

Editorial – Bible reading and the Lord’s Prayer should return to public schools system

Mac Olsen An argument can be made that non-denominational schools violate the rights of those of particular religious faiths who want to practice their religion in such locations, if they impose a ban on those rights. The Alberta Human Rights…

November 7, 2018 · by Admin2015 ·

The View From Here – It’s a real downer to see those who opposed legalizing cannabis now profit from it

Tom Henihan Everyone is entitled to change his or her mind. In fact, it shows evidence that someone is open to new ideas and willing to adjust their position in light of new information rather than fearfully hanging on to…

October 31, 2018 · by Admin2015 ·

Commentary – A simple cup of coffee

Callie Hermanson I know I’m not alone when I say that I love my morning cup of coffee. The smell of fresh ground coffee grounds, the sound of the coffee maker, the aroma in the kitchen, the rich dark colour…

October 31, 2018 · by Admin2015 ·

Editorial – Given its brutality, Canada must divest itself of all dealings with Saudi Arabia

Mac Olsen The murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi at the hands of the Saudi Arabian government should be a wakeup call to Canada and other nations. They must not only denounce that Middle Eastern kingdom, but break off all diplomatic,…

October 31, 2018 · by Admin2015 ·

Letter – Falher Town Council throws its heritage away without a thought

To the Editor: When I read in the Smoky River Express that the town of Falher gave away their train station to McLennan, I was outraged and ashamed of the town council’s decision. I feel the people of Falher should…

October 23, 2018 · by Admin2015 ·

The View From Here – According to environmentalist activist Tzeporah Berman “oil is passé.”

Tom Henihan For those unfamiliar with Tzeporah Berman she is an adjunct professor at York University, was at one time appointed by Premier Notley as an environmentalist to an oil sands advisory group and is the program director of Stand.Earth.…

October 23, 2018 · by Admin2015 ·

Commentary – The value of the vote

Chris Clegg Haroldson Lafayette Hunt was born on a farm in 1889 and left home at the age of 16 to make a living. After inheriting $6,000 at the age of 22 in 1911, he went on to amass a…

October 23, 2018 · by Admin2015 ·

Editorial – Marijuana legalized now, but hopefully re-criminalized under a new Conservative government

Mac Olsen So the potheads across this country have what they want – the legalization of marijuana. But let’s look ahead to 2019 when, hopefully, Andrew Scheer will be this country’s next Prime Minister. If Scheer does, then I hope…

October 23, 2018 · by Admin2015 ·

The View From Here – Sometimes extensive scientific research does little more than state the obvious

Tom Henihan The results of an extensive research project conducted by Healthy Active Living and Obesity Research Group (HALO) at the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario shows that approximately two-thirds of Canadian children have failed to reached an acceptable level…

October 16, 2018 · by Admin2015 ·

Commentary – A busy man with a province to conquer

Joe McWilliams It’s not every day you get invited to meet with the two biggest wheels in a major political party. But when you’re in the news business, these things can roll like that. If you stick around long enough,…

October 16, 2018 · by Admin2015 ·

Editorial – Shame on the Royal Bank of Canada for wrongful vehicle repossession

Mac Olsen Consumers across Canada should heed the outcome of a wrongful vehicle repossession and ensure that it doesn’t happen to them. As per an article by Alex Reid at driving.ca: “Tage Kendall had his 2006 Subaru Impreza repossessed even…

October 16, 2018 · by Admin2015 ·

The View From Here – Lady Justice has been defiled by the sham Brett Kavanaugh nomination hearings

Tom Henihan The classic statue of Justice with her blindfold, balanced scales, and sword is the personification of impartiality, prudence and moral authority, the three principal tenets of our concept of a fair and unbiased legal system. The blindfold represents…

October 9, 2018 · by Admin2015 · 1

Commentary – Be content and have an attitude of gratitude

Richard Froese Thanksgiving has just passed and many people got together with family and friends to have a hearty meal and to give thanks. For most people around the world, that’s not possible; a good meal in a good home.…

October 9, 2018 · by Admin2015 ·