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Editorial - How did we not learn from war?

Editorial - How did we not learn from war?

This weekend your local newspaper covered two events that seemingly have little in common, yet when you pause to reflect for a moment they are indeed connected, a connection that sadly speaks to just how little our world seems to have evolved in 75-y
The Ruttle Report - Well, that’s one way to end the year

The Ruttle Report - Well, that’s one way to end the year

The graduating classes of 2020 at high schools across the province, country and North America sure got a bum deal this year.
Was there really a point to closing rural emergency rooms?

Was there really a point to closing rural emergency rooms?

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) has been taking harsh criticism since they announced they would be closing rural emergency rooms in preparation of a COVID-19 surge.
The Meeple Guild - Book expands on Hive strategy

The Meeple Guild - Book expands on Hive strategy

One of the best abstract strategy games created this millennium is Hive from John Yianni. The game uses great, chunky, bakelite-like pieces that move around the ‘hive’ as you attempt to trap your opponent’s Queen Bee.
Sunny Side Up - Remember to laugh – and pray for protection

Sunny Side Up - Remember to laugh – and pray for protection

We’d needed a washroom stop for awhile. The location, a pullout near a quiet country intersection, seemed perfect. Daughter Amanda, two granddaughters and I had set out early, anticipating a pleasant day-long journey.
Fishing Parkland Shorelines - One fish but still a fine first outing

Fishing Parkland Shorelines - One fish but still a fine first outing

Few things are more exciting about spring than the thought of a new fishing season.
Gardener's Notebook - Planting gardens never quite done

Gardener's Notebook - Planting gardens never quite done

Gardeners, it ain’t over till it’s over! I know you know what I mean: we think that we are all done planting, and then someone tells us about or very kindly gifts us with another interesting gem to add to our garden collection, and out come the garde
Sports This Week - Relaxed reading looks at Jays success

Sports This Week - Relaxed reading looks at Jays success

With sports on COVID-19 hiatus it is still possible to stay in contact with our favourites by reading books that delve into the teams and players we follow.
Agriculture This Week - Grain movement numbers won’t be sustained

Agriculture This Week - Grain movement numbers won’t be sustained

It is interesting how well the Canadian system can move grain when the commodity isn’t competing with other higher value loads as much as normal.
Thinking I do with words - Reflecting on spooky entertainment

Thinking I do with words - Reflecting on spooky entertainment

In my spare time, I’ve been playing a game called F.E.A.R. Originally released in 2005, the game is a first-person shooter that I understood to have horror elements.
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