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Justin Trudeau and the west

Justin Trudeau and the west

For many commentators across the country Justin Trudeau's official entry in the Liberal leadership campaign was one that lacked substance. Sure, they noted, he has the legendary name. He is young. He is charismatic.
Exotic dancers are legal entertainment

Exotic dancers are legal entertainment

Re: “Legion's ad was just plain alarming” letter to the editor published on page 6 of the Oct. 2 issue of the Olds Albertan.
Gov't lagging in wild horse recognition

Gov't lagging in wild horse recognition

We are members of the Wild Horses of Alberta Society (WHOAS), a non-profit organization actively engaged in an effort to conserve the wild horses of Alberta.
Options available for found kittens

Options available for found kittens

Re: Kittens die after horrific ride to landfillWe at Tails to Tell Animal Rescue Shelter were saddened and sickened at the article about the kittens found at the Didsbury landfill.
Transparency a must when it comes to health care

Transparency a must when it comes to health care

With Albertans everywhere continuing to face long wait times for health-care treatment, including in some cases for crippling, life-altering ailments, the public has every right to demand answers to outstanding questions about high paid health system
Premier should be held to her promises of diabetes funding

Premier should be held to her promises of diabetes funding

I am the parent of a Type 1 diabetic. Type 1 diabetes is a very serious condition.
Dangerous offender law should be upheld

Dangerous offender law should be upheld

The Harper government's decision to take court action aimed at upholding the country's current dangerous offender legislation is a good move for victims of crime and for the community at large.
'Drive' up one side and down the other in pool

'Drive' up one side and down the other in pool

So I have started swimming laps in the wonderful Olds Aquatic Centre, to compensate for my many hours at a desk. It was quite busy this morning and I had to share a lane.
Having a say must be made worthwhile

Having a say must be made worthwhile

The Redford government has announced plans it says will give ordinary Albertans a meaningful say in setting boundaries on provincial spending, saving and infrastructure funding.
Having a say must be made worthwhile

Having a say must be made worthwhile

The Redford government has announced plans it says will give ordinary Albertans a meaningful say in setting boundaries on provincial spending, saving and infrastructure funding.
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