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CFLs the wrong way to go

CFLs the wrong way to go

Should provincial and federal governments be banning Incandescent light bulbs? Are CFLs really green? On the surface, yes, because they use less power and last longer. But there are a number of drawbacks.
Back to the basic of learning

Back to the basic of learning

Various Prince George schools have initiated discussions on reforming the delivery of Math 8 education by expanding the amount of time students spend doing math.
Women's Day reminds us of shameful stats

Women's Day reminds us of shameful stats

March 8 marked the 100th anniversary of International Women's Day, and with it came the usual depressing statistics on the many ways men and women have yet to reach equality.
Thanks from the board

Thanks from the board

The staff, clients and Board of Directors of AWAC (Association Advocating For Women and Children) wish to express our most heartfelt appreciation to the following businesses, organizations and individuals who so generously donated to AWAC over the Ch
The link between gas and interest

The link between gas and interest

Wow, here we go again with rising gas prices caused by political instability in the Middle East. What's more, global food prices are expected to rise sharply partly as a result of Americans using corn and grain to produce ethanol for gasoline.
Smart politics for the Tories

Smart politics for the Tories

A Conservative Party memo delivered in error to a New Democratic MP has confirmed the obvious. The Tories will need an aggressive ethnic-outreach strategy to win a majority in the next election.
A carrier's perspective

A carrier's perspective

You've hear the saying "Before criticizing a man, walk a mile in his shoes." That's just what brings me to write to the editor. I took up a paper route for the sake of making a bit of "easy money" on top of my regular job.
From the heart: zip it

From the heart: zip it

I had the pleasure of enjoying the great sister act that is Heart at CN Centre. It was exciting to see Heart after all these years looking and sounding so good.
Oil regulation needed

Oil regulation needed

The federal government needs to regulate the fuel industry. Canada is in a unique position we produce enough oil to meet Canada's needs.
Housing not quite so affordable

Housing not quite so affordable

As a senior citizen myself, I can hardly wait for the new proposed complex planned for 1373 Sixth Avenue. Imagine a one to two bedroom suite with 700 to 800 sq. ft. for only $200,000 to $300,000.