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Our community theatre should offer shows for all citizens

Our community theatre should offer shows for all citizens

Re: “New school should come before theatre expansion” LTE Oct. 22 Dear editor, Some of the statements in Victoria Brodie’s letter are misleading and I would like to offer clarification.
We must unite as a community, Crossfield

We must unite as a community, Crossfield

Dear editor, Thank you Crossfield and congratulations to mayor-elect Nathan Anderson. Running for mayor, has for me, been a most rewarding experience.
Big opportunities await school boards post-election

Big opportunities await school boards post-election

Dear editor, The 2010 civic elections are finished, and across the province, 150 public school trustees are celebrating successful campaigns and local democracy. But with the elections over, the real work is about to begin.
Blame for any misunderstanding about taxes rests with former council

Blame for any misunderstanding about taxes rests with former council

Re: “The Disconnect,” Editorial, Oct. 22 Dear editor, Just to ensure that the record is set straight, none of the candidates floated a 12 per cent tax increase for 2011 as was strongly suggested by some incumbents.
Defeated alderman candidate still 'pulling for Airdrie'

Defeated alderman candidate still 'pulling for Airdrie'

Dear editor, Election evening was an exciting time to hear what the voters had to say. Now that the ballots have been counted and re-counted it’s business as usual at City Hall with four new faces.
Family that lost their home in fire gives thanks

Family that lost their home in fire gives thanks

Dear editor, On Oct. 13 at 3 a.m., Raymond and Vickie Renaud’s home went up in flames. Ray, Vicky and their 13-year-old son Logan barely escaped with their lives for which they are thankful.
New school should come before theatre expansion

New school should come before theatre expansion

Re: “Bert Church Theatre considers expansion” Sept. 24 Dear editor, A recent newspaper article in regards to expansion of the Bert Church Theatre is something citizens of Airdrie should be aware of taking a strong look at it.
New voices and views are required for democracy to work

New voices and views are required for democracy to work

Re: “Wanted: A mayor with experience,” LTE Oct. 8. Dear editor, If the electorate always went with the most experienced, there would never be a change in governance.
City should practice what it preaches

City should practice what it preaches

Dear editor, In July 2010, local papers reported that the City moved against a condo project for having unresolved issues and a messy site.
Beat the Taliban: Vote and read

Beat the Taliban: Vote and read

Dear editor, I am a geek. I love elections. I think that it is a combination of interest in the candidates, their interpretations on issues, and their proposed solutions.
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