Opinion

The recent wintry blast that created very dangerous driving conditions on highways and roads across West Central Alberta is a painful reminder that wintertime in this region can sometimes be a nightmare for motorists.

The rush of emotions that came over me while reading my colleague's story published in the Olds Albertan last week about abandoned kittens was overwhelming. A mix of anger, heartache, frustration, and so much more led me to write this column.

Editorial As Canadians mark the anniversary of the horrific Dec.

I am very disappointed that the Town of Olds can't get out and clean and remove the snow and ice on the streets. 51 Street from Sim's Furniture to Craig's corner has never been cleaned properly.

I’ve been a registered nurse for 23 years now, and I have learned in those years that one of the most important aspects of our profession is being an advocate for my patients.

I recently attended a drug workshop presented by George MacLeod, a drug education specialist, at McMan Youth Family and Community Services. Here was the opportunity for parents and grandparents to attend a drug education workshop.

With the Senate expense scandal still fresh on everybody's minds, it should be noted that the worst is yet to come. Some time ago marked the resignation of Liberal Senator Mac Harb. "Good riddance to bad rubbish", one might be forgiven for thinking.

The rush of emotions that came over me while reading the story on page nine of this issue titled “Kittens found in dumpster” was overwhelming. A mix of anger, heartache, frustration, and so much more led me to write this column.

I am done with this winter. But hold on. It is not even winter yet. But this is Central Alberta where autumn is forever lost. We have extended summers but no autumn.

As a citizen of Innisfail,I am glad to hear that Innisfail is concerned about the safety of its senior citizens. My husband and I have been living here for 17 years.