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Goodbye to the best therapy dog

Goodbye to the best therapy dog

It has been said many times that great things come in small packages. This was definitely my dog Ebony, who was an 8-lb Chihuahua. Tragically and unexpectedly, I had to say goodbye to her shortly before Christmas. She was 13-and-a-half years old.
The joy of being faithful to the truth

The joy of being faithful to the truth

American educator and philosopher Cornel West said, “If you are always trying to do something for a cause bigger than you – connected with serving others – then it’s hard to be guilty.” I can’t listen to Dr.
Filled with hope for 2021

Filled with hope for 2021

Is there reason to hope? I believe so. And I’d argue that is due to, rather than in spite of, 2020. An audacious claim, but I ask that you indulge my argument, as the calendar marks mine and the planet’s new revolution.
Science wasn’t just about COVID in 2020

Science wasn’t just about COVID in 2020

There is little doubt this past year will be remembered for SARS-CoV-2, more commonly called COVID-19.
Screwed up? It’s OK to be honest

Screwed up? It’s OK to be honest

When I was , a brash and self-assured 21-year-old, I announced at a family dinner with my aunt and cousin that I would be a millionaire by the time I was 30. I had found investors and had just started a business.
Industry getting tax breaks at expense of residents

Industry getting tax breaks at expense of residents

The last thing most of us want to hear about is another increase in residential property taxes.
Local teachers safe in classrooms

Local teachers safe in classrooms

I am writing in response to the letter sent out by the Prince George Teacher’s Association (PGDTA) to Dr. Bonnie Henry dated December 16.
Sweet dreams are made of this

Sweet dreams are made of this

Christmas and New Year’s are often the times many people “catch up” on their sleep. But there is a stereotype in the modern world that sleep is a sign of weakness, laziness and advancing age. Both statements are wrong.
The beautiful stream of local music

The beautiful stream of local music

Two colleagues were talking about CDs the other day. I haven’t bought one of those in many years.
Much rightful work ahead

Much rightful work ahead

The year 2020 has been like none other. Not only has the world been impacted by a devastating global pandemic, we have finally begun to honestly recon with the negative impact of colonialism.