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Songs in the night

Songs in the night

According to articles published by two Canadian news agencies, I found the following information: Canada is the third most sleep-deprived country, tied with the U.S.
Welcoming the newest family member

Welcoming the newest family member

I’ve got a new baby at home, except this baby weighs about a pound, is covered in fur, and meows at me when she’s hungry. My girlfriend Grace and I decided to buy a cat together around two years ago.
Cheers and Jeers for Aug. 10

Cheers and Jeers for Aug. 10

Cheers to the member of the city's public works department for taking care of an issue regarding an area of the paved back lane on Petterson Drive in a prompt and efficient manner.
Hiding history won’t change a thing

Hiding history won’t change a thing

The City of Victoria has been discussing the removal of a statue of Sir John A. Macdonald, Canada’s first prime minister, from the front steps of its city hall.
The best place to be on the Prairies

The best place to be on the Prairies

Weyburn has a lot going for it as a community, and as a small city on the Prairies — and in fact, Weyburn was named for the second year in a row as the best place to live on the Prairies, in the annual ranking of communities by MoneySense magazine.
The first domino falls

The first domino falls

If you were wondering how the federal government would roll out a carbon tax now that the Progressive Conservatives are ruling Ontario, you might have your answer.
Lakes in decline

Lakes in decline

I stopped down at the bait and tackle shop near the beach at Sandy Lake, Man., looking for some spade fuses for the boat. Sorry, the proprietor said, he didn’t have any.
Terrell Owens with the Riders? Please no

Terrell Owens with the Riders? Please no

There’s nothing that makes sense about the Saskatchewan Roughriders working out 44-year-old ex-National Football League receiver Terrell Owens. Nothing.
Letter: Committee should consider renovation option

Letter: Committee should consider renovation option

The editor: It is great to hear that Estevan will once again be supporting a Habitat for Humanity home. I'm fully in support of any initiative that offers a family a place to live and raise their children while continuing to support our city.
Remembering what’s really important

Remembering what’s really important

While strolling through our local farmers’ market, I noticed a lapel pin for sale. Here’s how it read: “Hi, I can’t remember your name either.
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