Opinion

Dear Editor, I love Canada. I think it’s the best country in the world. I feel fortunate to live here. I didn’t do anything to deserve such good luck. I just happened to be born here.

In a little over two weeks, Barrhead Composite High School (BCHS) grads will be embarking on a new chapter of their lives. They will celebrate that momentous achievement with a party — and, in all likelihood, consume copious amounts of alcohol.

Kevin Berger – Leader Staff Much of the news coverage around the Education Amendment Act last week focused on the topic of Gay-Straight Alliances (GSAs) and the alterations to the rules around said clubs, such as removing the requirement that princip

To the Editor: I would like to thank Town of Barrhead council for piloting an off-leash dog park. In order to make this project safe and successful, responsible dog owners need to know proper dog park etiquette before arriving with their pets.

In the blink of an eye, the much-maligned carbon tax, the bane of conservative politicians across the country finally ended last week, just like United Conservative Party candidates told us would happen if they formed government throughout the spring

Just how much life does Blue Heron Bowl have left? Back when the Barrhead Bowling Association actually built the facility in 1979 with financial assistance from the Town of Barrhead, it was estimated that the building would have a 40-year lifespan.

Les Dunford – Leader Staff Readers who check out the Town & Country section of the Leader see my regular weekly column and by-line on various articles and photos there.