My Perspective - What we're made of
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- Published on Friday, December 5, 2014
By Kate Jackman-Atkinson
The Neepawa Banner
On July 1, the patriotism in Canada is palpable. Across the country, from sea to sea, it’s red and white and maple leaves as we celebrate Canada Day and it’s easy to feel an overwhelming sense of pride in this great nation. But it’s now December, why am I talking about Canada Day?
Not so silent E - I'm always a day early but a litre short
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- Published on Thursday, December 4, 2014
By Eoin Devereux
The Neepawa Banner
I travelled to the city over the weekend to do a little shopping. Fortunately, it did not involve the purchase of overpriced Christmas presents, as my family decided years ago that the greatest gift we could give to one another over the holiday season was the gift of not having to buy stuff for one another. (I’m a grown man; I can buy my own underwear and toasters, thank you very much.)
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Right in the Centre - Unions in control
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- Published on Thursday, December 4, 2014
By Ken Waddell
The Neepawa Banner
Tuesday’s Winnipeg Free Press summarizes the staffing situation in Premier Greg Selinger’s office. “Selinger, facing a rebellion within the NDP caucus over his leadership, hired two new staffers last month, paying them six-figure salaries.
The view from my chair...or couch
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- Published on Saturday, November 29, 2014
By Alan Gillies
G.E.M. Media. Submitted article.
I haven’t been writing lately. Most people usually assume I’m busy. They’re usually right.The past two months, however, haven’t been very “usual”, even for me.
Homebodies - Clutter leads to insanity
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- Published on Saturday, November 29, 2014
By Rita Friesen
I think I am spending too much time watching home reno shows! Along with the hours spent dreaming about knocking out this wall and replacing all the windows comes the chorus – “If I had a million dollars”! In an attempt to counteract this trend, I have begun minor projects on my own. Ones that do not involve a million dollars.
