KNOX – Beware of the dreaded accordivirus; it’s highly contagious
JUST WHEN YOU THOUGH things couldn’t get worse, some truly terrifying news: Accordion sales are going through the roof. “It’s crazy,” exclaims Martin Hergt, who owns [Continue]
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ROTHENBURGER – At long last, tide is turning toward sensible gun laws
TWO VERY IMPORTANT THINGS happened on the gun law front Friday that lead me to think we might finally be making some progress, albeit imperfectly. Prime Minister [Continue]
PETERS – Govt restrictions have left us in a terrible place but it could be worse
FRIDAY’S ANNOUNCEMENT of a ban on the trade of military-style weaponry presented an interesting dichotomy with some of the images coming out of the United States. A protest [Continue]
CHARBONNEAU – Ageism contributes to poor care in long-term care facilities
THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC has made it clear the disparity of care for residents in long-term care compared to that in hospitals. An indicator of that disparity is the fact that [Continue]
EDITORIAL – $150-million bailout for Canadian Football League? No thanks
An editorial by Mel Rothenburger. SHOULD WE GIVE the Canadian Football League a $150-million handout? In the words of Al Borland, “I don’t think so, Tim.” The CFL, [Continue]
BEPPLE – Some suggestions for mayor’s task force on economic recovery
THE ANNOUNCEMENT this week (Tuesday, March 28), that mayor of Kamloops Ken Christian has formed an economic recovery task force of 15 business leaders, businesses, and [Continue]
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