Opinion

No one likes a tax increase, even a modest one like the Town of Westlock councillors passed at their April 24 meeting.

The tag line for the movie Jaws 2 was, “just when you thought it was safe to get back into the water.

“Signs, signs, everywhere a sign.

Five years ago, I went to Potosí in Bolivia. Maybe you’ve heard of it, but most likely you haven’t. In the 1500s, Potosí was the second-largest city in the Americas. (These days, it’s only about twice the size of Red Deer.

Why did the chicken cross the road? Who cares. It’s kind of like asking whether people voted for the UCP in the April 16 provincial election, or against the NDP. There can be arguments made on both sides, but the end result is undeniable.

Dear Editor: Woodlands County and the Town of Whitecourt have had in place a “Cost sharing agreement” for the past ten years. Given some changing realities, Woodlands County had sent correspondence to the Town of Whitecourt, (Dec.

Dear Editor, I am writing this letter to express the need for an increase in cancer awareness since this disease is on the rise. I’m a recent cancer survivor and I hope sharing my experience will help others in dealing with this condition.

Hands up if you want a pay raise? Two years ago I asked that question in an editorial after County of Barrhead councillors gave themselves a cost of living adjustment. Once again I find myself asking the same question.