Editorials, columns and letters to the editor from our readers.
Columns
Opinion: Alberta NDP says it is committed to serve and advocate
Op/ed submission by NDP Leader Rachel Notley […]
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Columns
Simple ways to beat the summer heat
Whether you bask in tropical days of a heat wave or dread hot temperatures each summer, you should know how to stay safe during extreme heat. Hot days are expected to become more frequent and intense across Canada in the future. Here’s what you can do. […]
Editorial & Opinion
Editorial: Celebrating 13 Years of Community News:
This past Sunday marked the start of our 14th year of providing community news. On Saturday, June 10, we observed […]
Editorial & Opinion
Morinville Seniors Empowered with Knowledge on Hearing Loss and Communication Strategies at Joyful Noise Program
On Tuesday morning, one of the Seniors’ Week activities in Morinville was the Joyful Noise program at the Morinville Community Cultural Centre. […]
Editorial & Opinion
Letter: Heritage Lodge is looking for your pups on Monday
The parade will take place in the front of Heritage Place Lodge where the Seniors will be sitting. We ask that pet owners keep their dogs on a leash at all times and only bring well-mannered puppies or dogs to avoid potential fights. […]
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Letter: System-generated error found on Morinville 2023 Tax Notices. All tax notices being re-printed and re-mailed
Since mailing tax notices last week, the Town of Morinville has identified a system-generated error that resulted in an inaccurate amount owing showing on tax notices. […]
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Letter: Keep Kids Safe During Lawn Mower Season
When I was two years old, I ran into the path of a riding lawn mower and lost my right leg below the knee. It all happened so fast: one moment I was playing outside, and the next I was too close to the mower. […]
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Editorial: Three cheers for Kal and Coach’s Corner
We’d be remiss if we did not take a moment to recognize Kal McDonald and his staff at Coach’s Corner in Morinville for their outstanding contribution to the community, not just in providing a welcoming atmosphere and delicious food but also for their impressive charitable efforts. […]
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Letter: Alberta Association of Agricultural Societies sharing concern about new CFIA regulations
Below is a summary of our concerns as it relates to our members and others who host livestock events such as livestock shows, auctions, rodeos, roping, petting zoos, etc. […]
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Editorial: Leisure Centre’s potential is more than just hockey and pickleball
The recent provincial cheerleading competition hosted by the Morinville Community High School (MCHS) is yet another testament to the Morinville Leisure Centre’s potential as a venue for large events. […]
Columns
Opinion: Pay raises for politicians and tax hikes for the rest of us
Albertans are now paying more to heat their homes, buy groceries and to get to work – thanks to the Trudeau government’s carbon tax hikes. This kick in the wallet happened on the same day that members of Parliament took another pay raise. […]
Editorial & Opinion
Editorial: Party politics are the problem
The system has become more focused on winning elections than serving the people. This trend has led to citizens feeling disconnected from the political process and disenchanted with the state of democracy. […]
Columns
Column: Alberta Munis unhappy about feds downloading RCMP retroactive pay raise on municipalities
Alberta Municipalities (ABmunis) was dismayed to learn late last week that those member communities that contract local police services through Alberta’s RCMP owe $60 million to the federal government for the RCMP’s recent pay increase, which is retroactive to April 1, 2017. […]
Editorial & Opinion
Letter: G3 Grow Beyond Scholarships open until Apr. 26
G3 launched the scholarship in 2020 and every year has awarded it to 6 bright young students with inspiring visions for the future of agriculture in Canada. This year, G3 is increasing the scholarship amount to $5000. […]
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Letter: Charity car wash on this weekend in Morinville
On March 31 and April 1, 2023, car washes from coast to coast will participate in this initiative through a variety of activities that promote community building, philanthropy and contributing to a great cause. […]
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Letter: Municipalities need more funding, not recycled budget announcements
Alberta Municipalities (ABmunis) is disappointed with the starting amount of $722 million set for the new Local Government Fiscal Framework (LGFF) baseline capital funding for 2024-25. […]