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Writing a novel is an exercise of beautiful frustration

Writing a novel is an exercise of beautiful frustration

There are many would-be novelists in the world of Writerdom, but few have managed to succeed in accomplishing the first draft of their mystery novel, the six-part sci fantasy, or an imagined love story set on a Caribbean island.
Cheers and Jeers for Aug. 27

Cheers and Jeers for Aug. 27

Cheers: Cheers to local restaurants who donate proceeds to local charities. Their generosity and hard work is commendable and the food is delicious. Cheers to people who comply with wearing face masks while shopping.
Uncertainty remains regarding back to school

Uncertainty remains regarding back to school

One of the great challenges associated with the COVID-19 pandemic has been planning for a return to school. This is obviously not just a Saskatchewan thing.
The benefits of good music

The benefits of good music

My Nikkel’s Worth column
Gathering storm clouds bring winds of change

Gathering storm clouds bring winds of change

Weyburn Review editorial
Waiting to see who’s the boss

Waiting to see who’s the boss

The federal Conservative Party was supposed to have its new leader on June 27, but their leadership convention was delayed by about eight weeks due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Why aren’t there any names? The 21st century lynching

Why aren’t there any names? The 21st century lynching

So often after the Mercury publishes another article on a drug bust or other crimes, be it impaired driving or any other serious type of offence, instantly the comments and messages start piling up.
Letter: My last request, honesty from the NDP

Letter: My last request, honesty from the NDP

The editor: It has been an absolute privilege to serve as an elected Member of the Saskatchewan Legislative Assembly these past years.
Just like Trudeau’s Liberals, Harper’s Conservatives also managed financial scandals

Just like Trudeau’s Liberals, Harper’s Conservatives also managed financial scandals

Disassembling and understanding the WE Charity disgrace is like reading a Thomas Pynchon novel … the plot is multifaceted and compels density in words.
The Liberal government is putting the right tools in place before a potential second wave arrives

The Liberal government is putting the right tools in place before a potential second wave arrives

Dear editor, as our economy starts to reopen, the health and safety of Canadians is our number one priority.
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