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ArmchairMayor.ca is a forum about Kamloops and the world. It has more than one million views. Mel Rothenburger is the former Editor of The Daily News in Kamloops, B.C. (retiring in 2012), and past mayor of Kamloops (1999-2005). At ArmchairMayor.ca he is the publisher, editor, news editor, city editor, reporter, webmaster, and just about anything else you can think of. He is grateful for the contributions of several local columnists. This blog doesn't require a subscription but gratefully accepts donations to help defray costs.

Raeside — Putting election signs to good use

October 2, 2014 // 1 Comment

Editorial — Seniors Day nice gesture but Boomers are in their prime

October 2, 2014 // 0 Comments

THURSDAY MORNING EDITORIAL — It was National Seniors Day on Wednesday. Various communities including Kamloops held special events to mark the day. It’s a nice gesture [Continue]

Winter tire rule now in effect for designated highways

October 1, 2014 // 0 Comments

NEWS — Winter tires are now required on many highways throughout the province. The winter-tire rule came into effect Tuesday. Signs are posted on each of the designated [Continue]

Editorial — Ajax conversation just gained some voices

October 1, 2014 // 3 Comments

WEDNESDAY MORNING EDITORIAL — On Sept. 8, 2014, The Armchair Mayor said this in an editorial: “Whether you support Ajax, oppose it, or haven’t yet made up your [Continue]

New input period on Ajax okayed

September 30, 2014 // 0 Comments

NEWS/ AJAX — The new public-comment period on the Ajax environment assessment application that seemed a faint hope suddenly has become reality. The B.C. Environmental [Continue]

Raeside — Don’t forget an apple for the teacher

September 30, 2014 // 0 Comments

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