Opinion

Ever listen to those studies that say "don't let your children watch television before two," or "don't let them watch television at all?" You know, all those well-meaning scientific studies that tell us too much media hardwires our brains? I'm starti

Dear Editor I am writing in response to Brian Zinchuk's "Most effective social program is a job." Having read his latest From the Top of The Pile column I have a pretty good idea what the pile refers to.

I'm not a runner. I never have been. It just wasn't something I enjoyed. Never felt that "runner's high," never been bitten by the running bug. Until now. A few months ago NAC held a running clinic. We brought in a running expert from Saskatoon.

History and Commentary from a Prairie Perspective

Ed, my neighbour next door, has some seeding done but the weather won't co-operate so he can finish planting. He feels he is an innocent victim of unpredictable Mother Nature. I said to Ed that we all face the force of things conspiring against us.

Are First Nations and other residents of the Northwest living in parallel universes? This week at North Battleford city council, Councillor Ron Crush pushed for criminal record checks of any candidates running for council.

Sometimes being in the middle of nowhere means being in the heart of everywhere. There are times I complain I'm too far away from airports and arts and cultural events, but sometimes the best place to be is right in the middle.

I am originally from Humboldt, Saskatchewan and had the great fortune to grow up in a province where I could hone my skills as a stand-up comedian and a writer for film and television.

Spelling words correctly doesn't come naturally to most people, mainly because English words aren't always spelled like they sound.

When you are a senior and don't drive anymore, it is meaningful when the young generation comes to your aid.