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Hotel could be put to use

Hotel could be put to use

When reading the recent issue of the Connaught Inn it stuck me that this may be an opportunity for a win-win solution. Convert it into a low-income senior residence.
What about Canadians in need?

What about Canadians in need?

Two stories. A Syrian family of refugees, parents and eight children ages from two to 17. A house in Lethbridge has been provided for them, well-stocked with provisions, washer, dryer, fridge, all of the amenities that a Canadian family has.
Off the rails with Donald, Hillary

Off the rails with Donald, Hillary

It would appear the candidates for the presidential election in the United States are set. Donald Trump or "The Donald" is the heir presumptive to the Republican candidacy. Hillary Clinton should win the Democratic nomination. So now the fun begins.
Magic show

Magic show

Life is amazing and humanity is magic. As scientists look into the past of our planet and our species, the odds of basic life evolving on a planet like Earth are good because all the necessary ingredients are here and in ample supply.
Will to win

Will to win

Whether it's a junior hockey player trying to get the attention of National Hockey League scouts or a parolee trying to turn his life around, motivation lies at the heart of their efforts. Without it, they have no chance of success.
Even if Clinton loses, she wins

Even if Clinton loses, she wins

Hilary Clinton is in California trying to tie up the Democratic primary.
Better plan needed for bike lanes

Better plan needed for bike lanes

City council has voted to ban parking in its new bike lanes , and justifiably, it's upset a whole lot of people.
Maintenance key to keep flowers for entire season

Maintenance key to keep flowers for entire season

Whether you made up your own container garden/hanging basket or purchased one already made, you want to be able to enjoy it for the entire season.
Don’t leave customers on the hook with inferior products

Don’t leave customers on the hook with inferior products

My very first business venture, besides selling lemonade, was selling worms with my brothers and it was disastrous. At the age of 13, our family lived on a small acreage outside of the city limits.
Bear lives matter

Bear lives matter

In response to Eugene Fetterly's letter, "Boo hoo, a bear died." The letter is a sorry effort to justify a poor decision that ended in an unnecessary death.