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Thinking I do with words - Conspiracy theories are dangerously comforting

Thinking I do with words - Conspiracy theories are dangerously comforting

I realized a long time ago that most conspiracy theories are a form of coping mechanism. They’re a way to give the person who holds them a bit of control in a world that can seem very random and cruel.
The Ruttle Report - Man oh man, I'm already there

The Ruttle Report - Man oh man, I'm already there

The long weekend is just days away, the anticipation is reaching a fever pitch. It’s been an enjoyable summer.
My Outlook - Being in good company

My Outlook - Being in good company

It was just over five years ago that the Baltimore Orioles and Chicago White Sox took to the field at Camden Yards to play in a stadium with no fans.
Letter to the Editor - Where is the plan?

Letter to the Editor - Where is the plan?

Letter to the Editor: Congratulations Saskatchewan! Through our collective effort we have flattened the curve by honouring the guidelines to keep ourselves safe during the pandemic.
Letters to the editor - Massive meat processors questioned

Letters to the editor - Massive meat processors questioned

Dear Editor, The recent closures of meat packing plants in Alberta, Quebec and several American states due to the COVID-19 pandemic are shedding light on the tremendous expense of this style of massive meat processing operation.
Editorial - Another reason to be prepared

Editorial - Another reason to be prepared

When Darcy McLeod, Director Community Development, Parks & Recreation made a presentation to the regular meeting of Yorkton Council in April reminding the community that National Emergency Preparedness Week was coming up May 3-9, most likely paid lit
Can the CFL survive the COVID-19 pandemic?

Can the CFL survive the COVID-19 pandemic?

The COVID-19 pandemic has taken aim at every aspect of our way of living.
Meeple Guild: Flock a fun dice tossing P'n'P game

Meeple Guild: Flock a fun dice tossing P'n'P game

Rolling dice and relying on the fickleness of the fates is not a core game mechanic appreciated by all, myself perhaps being a candidate for president of the ‘anti-dice’ lobby.
Earth Day should make us all stop and think

Earth Day should make us all stop and think

A day which should be more significant than it is came and went recently with hardly any notice at all. You might blame COVID-19, but honestly the pandemic is not the only reason Earth Day generates limited interest.
Sunny Side Up - Adieu to our monkey in a green feathered suit

Sunny Side Up - Adieu to our monkey in a green feathered suit

Our Amazon Green parrot, Ernie, lives with someone else now, one of the hardest downsizing decisions of our recent move. I found a tiny green feather on the kitchen floor the other day. I stooped, picked it up.
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