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Premier's scandal could cost taxpayers

Premier's scandal could cost taxpayers

As you may have heard by now, the Premier of Alberta is embroiled in an ethics scandal wherein she, while justice minister, decided to award a massive tobacco litigation contract worth potentially billions in legal fees to a small law firm who she ha
Christmas cards and letters provide hours of entertainment for everyone

Christmas cards and letters provide hours of entertainment for everyone

There are so many wonderful things to look forward to as the days tick past and Christmas approaches, but by far the most enjoyable of these holiday treats, at least for me, are the cards that begin to fill my mailbox at the beginning of December and
It appears there's an advent conspiracy afoot

It appears there's an advent conspiracy afoot

I’m one of those nut-bars who still thinks there something of relevance to be learned from the Bible’s account of what has historically morphed into what I now call “the Dec. 25 thing.
Covy Christmas comes early and actually at Christmastime this year

Covy Christmas comes early and actually at Christmastime this year

Typically, this type of column bragging up my latest extra-curricular activity would come in early June. Rodeo season really gets ramped up in June, along with a ton of amazing auto races.
Bakers please stop the madness and just say "no" to raisins in cookies

Bakers please stop the madness and just say "no" to raisins in cookies

It’s December at the end of the week, which means it’s less than a month until Christmas so for all those Grinches out there, it’s time to stop complaining that it’s still too early for Christmas music and decorations.
Congratulations parents, teachers on new schools

Congratulations parents, teachers on new schools

I was thrilled to participate in last week’s groundbreaking for Airdrie’s new middle school in Sagewood and high school in Prairie Springs.
Reporter encourages residents to give a hoot for all the right reasons

Reporter encourages residents to give a hoot for all the right reasons

Recently we ran a picture of an owl on the front of The Rocky View Weekly that evoked a strong response from readers. Another mistake in the Nov.
Representational democracy means we will have our say on the next election day

Representational democracy means we will have our say on the next election day

There have been a number of recent decisions made by governments within the area that have me taking a look at my understanding of democracy.
Ways to keep track of your new pet

Ways to keep track of your new pet

Dear Christina, I just got a new kitten and I’m worried that he might get lost. What kind of identification do you recommend? Dear new pet owner, Identification is vital to getting your furry friend back if he gets out.
Life coach helps with beating the winter-time blues

Life coach helps with beating the winter-time blues

Dear Tammy, I am feeling blue and feel like I have a lack of energy ever since the snow started to fall, and the time change happened. What can I do to feel better and increase my energy? T.S. Hello T.S., Thank you for your question.
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