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Make tax-free investments, not war

Make tax-free investments, not war

Now that I had won myself an appointment at the Paper Shack to fight the much older, bigger kid from Grade 6, I fidgeted nervously for the rest of that afternoon in school.
Don't ban handguns, punish gun crimes

Don't ban handguns, punish gun crimes

Here we go again. An election is coming and there's talk about banning handguns. When will they ever learn? I have a solution. Using a gun in a crime is an automatic five-year prison term and a second offence is life imprisonment.
Thanks on behalf of Red Dress Society

Thanks on behalf of Red Dress Society

On behalf of the Prince George Red Dress Society, we would like to take the opportunity to thank the sponsors that have made the third annual campaign possible: The City of Prince George, Hospital Employees Union, North Central Labour Council, Capri
A solution for discarded needles

A solution for discarded needles

The recent discussion regarding discarded needles lacked an alternative solution. Here is one that might be considered: What comes to mind - with some safety precautions - is something like a bottle return depot.
Swimming in a sea of lies

Swimming in a sea of lies

I recently read a Facebook posting about the loss of a friend that was so powerfully written that I checked it with two free online plagiarism-checkers to determine its origin.
Governor General has opportunity to shine

Governor General has opportunity to shine

An Open Letter to Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette: Greetings Governor General and Vice Regal Representative of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Second.
Exchange means exchange, not handing out needles

Exchange means exchange, not handing out needles

Not having a closet full of degree stuff, I am easily confused but it seems to me that "exchange" means I will exchange with you something of equal value. I will exchange one dollar with you for four quarters.
Needle hazard needs to be addressed

Needle hazard needs to be addressed

Last week, two letters regarding the disposal of hypodermic needles in the downtown were published by the Prince George Citizen, I would like to contribute a word regarding the subject.
Electoral reform doesn't fix what's broken

Electoral reform doesn't fix what's broken

This past weekend marked the passing of summer and the beginning of fall. We are now supposed to put away our barbecues and give up our fizzy summer drinks so we can get down to serious matters such as voting.
What to look for at all-candidates forums

What to look for at all-candidates forums

CBC Radio is hosting the first of four all-candidates forums for Prince George mayor and city council tonight at the Bob Harkins branch of the Prince George Public Library.