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A look back at 2013, forward toward 2014

A look back at 2013, forward toward 2014

We are welcoming the New Year – 2014 – and bidding goodbye to the old one. It is a time to take stock and reminisce about main events of 2013 and look ahead positively.
What makes you proud to be Canadian?

What makes you proud to be Canadian?

We are now less than a month away from the beginning to the 2014 Winter Olympics. I can’t wait. Like no other event, the Olympics brings Canadians together as we cheer for our national heroes.
Include God in your planning for the year ahead

Include God in your planning for the year ahead

It’s that time of the year when you and I hear the following question... “Have you made any New Year’s resolutions?” Most of us when we hear that question just smile, we may even laugh a bit because we know how resolutions usually go.
Airdrie residents have mixed reaction to ever-increasing diversity of Canada

Airdrie residents have mixed reaction to ever-increasing diversity of Canada

“…in 2011, foreign-born citizens numbered 6.8 million, making up one in five Canadians – the highest proportion the nation has seen in 80 years… also notable was the rise of Canadians professing no religious affiliation: 23.9 per cent, versus 16.
A look at what 2013 taught us and what's to come in 2014

A look at what 2013 taught us and what's to come in 2014

We are welcoming the New Year – 2014 – and bidding goodbye to the old one. It is a time to take stock and reminisce about main events of 2013 and looking ahead positively.
Rocky View Publishing assistant editor is urging residents to clear their sidewalks

Rocky View Publishing assistant editor is urging residents to clear their sidewalks

One of my favourite things to do after work is to take the dog out for a long walk. It’s a way for me to stomp out the frustrations that come with any career choice and reflect on decisions made and plan for the next day.
If it isn't broken, don't fix it: PC's wrong to sell land titles

If it isn't broken, don't fix it: PC's wrong to sell land titles

The government’s recent musings about selling off Alberta’s Land Titles registry system to the highest bidder should have all landowners and taxpayers concerned.
Rocky View Publishing reporter debating bringing a puppy into her home

Rocky View Publishing reporter debating bringing a puppy into her home

There has been a lot of discussion floating around my house in the last few weeks about getting a dog – or more accurately, getting a puppy. It was inspired largely by one of our neighbours who has a two-month-old English Bull Dog.
Rocky View Publishing reporter finds enormous benefits in volunteering

Rocky View Publishing reporter finds enormous benefits in volunteering

I’m a pretty lucky person. I have a husband and family that love me, a roof over my head and more than enough food in my chubby belly.
Government is ensuring fairness and improving lives on reserves

Government is ensuring fairness and improving lives on reserves

When raised in a home marked by abuse, it is difficult for a child to reach his or her full potential unless that cycle of violence is broken. Sadly, family violence is still a fact of life in too many homes.
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