Homebodies - There always is a list of possible yard jobs
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- Published on Sunday, August 23, 2015
By Rita Friesen
The Neepawa Banner
It has been a rewarding week for my goal of 30 minutes extra yard work. I have to admit, when the days were super hot and overly humid, I fell behind in my ambition and achieving my goal.
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Faithfully yours - Seeing people through God's eyes
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- Published on Saturday, August 22, 2015
By Neil Strohschein
The Neepawa Banner
Last week, I identified some topics on which I will reflect in the weeks leading up to the October 19 federal election. In these reflections, I will offer some thoughts on the improvements we need to see in Canada if it is to become a country in which we are proud to live.
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My perspective - Looking to the past
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- Published on Friday, August 21, 2015
By Kate Jackman-Atkinson
The Neepawa Banner
I recently returned from a trip to Chicago and what struck me above all else was the city’s seamless integration of past, present and future.
Right in the centre - Trudeau's legacy
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- Published on Thursday, August 20, 2015
By Ken Waddell
The Neepawa Banner
About four years ago, David Frum participated in a debate about the legacy of Pierre Elliot Trudeau. Well known as a former prime minister of Canada and father of current Liberal Party of Canada leader Justin Trudeau, the very name raises strong feelings in Canada.
Homebodies - I walked in solitude at twilight
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- Published on Sunday, August 16, 2015
By Rita Friesen
The Neepawa Banner
The campaign for the Oct. 19 federal election officially began on Aug. 2. It will last for 11 weeks and could be one of the costliest (if not the costliest) campaign in Canadian history. While I would rather watch paint dry than be bombarded with the endless rhetoric and numerous attack ads that will come at us from every angle, I see much value in an 11 week campaign.
