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Books, books and more books... and the shelves they live on

Books, books and more books... and the shelves they live on

The best way to make me happy is to do one of two things: give me a book or give me time to read it. As a secondary present, you can be assured that I will always be willing to take a bookshelf off of anyone's hands.
Children and teens should avoid energy drinks

Children and teens should avoid energy drinks

Energy drinks give you wings, vitalize body and mind and allow you to unleash the beast and party like a rock star. The advertised effects of energy drinks may be oversold but the unwanted effects could be a result.
It's important to build each other up

It's important to build each other up

The great American writer Mark Twain said, "I can live for two months on a good compliment." No matter who we are, and what level of success we have achieved, everyone appreciates a sincere compliment.
Building roads in the bush provided well for Wood family

Building roads in the bush provided well for Wood family

Over five decades ago, Delbert and Dorothy Wood decided to move to Prince George and they have been here ever since. Here is their brief history. Delbert Wood was the eldest of six children; four of his younger siblings have since passed away.
Media must show leadership

Media must show leadership

Just to let you know, I support proportional representation. I also think that the BCSTV is a phenomenal study.
Canada shipping out good jobs

Canada shipping out good jobs

I find it ironic that as a journalist you did not test the waters to what I see happening in Canada at this moment.
Trump causing chaos

Trump causing chaos

U.S. President Donald Trump took over at a time of peace and prosperity, but acted as though the United States were mired in war and recession.
Get ready for Ford nation

Get ready for Ford nation

Barring a miracle in the final week of the Ontario provincial election campaign, Prince George residents will learn Thursday night that Rob Ford's brother is now the premier of Ontario.
Creating culture starts on individual level

Creating culture starts on individual level

Rock Paper Scissors was a game we all played as children in the playground. However, there is a department in a company nearby, where, each week, they name someone as a Rock Paper Scissors Champion.
Tax numbers don't add up

Tax numbers don't add up

Received my tax notice for 2018-2019 and it states a tax increase of 1.87 per cent. Now for the fine details. As a senior and after all the grants my previous payment was $280 per month. My new tax payment is now $309.70 per month.