Opinion

As the world’s population passes 7.5 billion and becomes more urbanized and affluent, the planet is running out of fresh water, including in Alberta.

Canadians with criminal records stemming from nothing more than mere possession of cannabis should have been pardoned — their records completely expunged — the day prohibition ended.

Dear Church, I really like Jesus, but I can do without you. So I’m moving on. Goodbye. Sincerely, Disappointed Christian On some levels, I understand the impulse to walk out on the church.

The provincial government has launched a new multi-stage initiative it says will help reduce regulatory burdens as part of the Red Tape Reduction Act.

July 25 was a magical day in Carstairs when the RCMP Musical Ride came to town. Thanks to Dave Ness, Carstairs' director of protective services, and many people, we were treated to a wonderful evening. The riders were superb.

Research says well-rested children and youth do better in school. Healthy sleep improves memory and attention, so kids are better able to learn.

There’s a saying that everyone believes in free speech. That is, until they’re confronted by a controversial position they are vehemently opposed to, of course.

With the province’s agriculture industry facing ongoing pressures both in Canada and internationally, any support that Albertans can give to the vital industry here at home is welcome.

In the southwest corner of the Didsbury Cemetery is the grave of Mennonite missionary Edmund Chatham who came to Alberta when his lungs were failing him and died of tuberculosis in 1900.

News last week that Tami Gardner was leaving her position as Olds Regional Exhibition (ORE) executive director was stunning.