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Be kind this Christmas

Be kind this Christmas

Christmas is a time to give. And giving doesn't have to come in big packages. Giving can mean holding the door open for someone or shoveling someone's sidewalk.
Love, friendship are what Christmas is really all about

Love, friendship are what Christmas is really all about

As my husband and I prepare to spend our first Christmas in Alberta this year, I can't help but stop and ponder the true meaning of Christmas and why we celebrate the holiday.
Work to change Bill 6 provisions

Work to change Bill 6 provisions

To all farmers and farm supporters: For those of you who did not attend the Olds forum this is what I wrote and read, even though it fell on deaf ears. ìI am somewhat amazed we are here today having this conversation.
Calgary-based brokerage closure not affecting Wildrose

Calgary-based brokerage closure not affecting Wildrose

On Monday, Dec.
Support O-NET, readers say

Support O-NET, readers say

In response to the O-NET article printed in the Olds Albertan on Nov. 17, 2015: Congratulations to the O-NET team and the Town of Olds for having achieved such success.
NDP needs PR revamp

NDP needs PR revamp

Bill 6 has passed third and final reading in the legislature and the honey badgers from both the left and the right will soon have to find something else to get nasty about.
Hope in a basket for Christmas

Hope in a basket for Christmas

I love the holiday season. The hustle and bustle, Christmas carols, lights, shopping (who doesn't love shopping), leave me filled with happiness and Christmas spirit.
Opposition to Bill 6 could backfire

Opposition to Bill 6 could backfire

After reading, and listening, to some of the reaction to Bill 6 (the Enhanced Protection for Farm and Ranch Workers Act) there are a couple of thoughts that I would like to share.
Olds Transfer Station is a disaster waiting to happen

Olds Transfer Station is a disaster waiting to happen

As a contractor who makes frequent use of waste disposal facilities, I was happy to see that the Olds Eco Site would continue to operate. Convenience is good.
There was always better way for Bill 6

There was always better way for Bill 6

The farm is an inherently hazardous workplace. Animals are unpredictable, diligence is critical around machinery and mechanized equipment, and workdays are long and labour intensive.
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