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COLUMN: Farm changes a great leap forward

COLUMN: Farm changes a great leap forward

Restrictions on retail sales from farms and passing on operation to the next generation are a case study in arbitrary state control

Federal rules are making trains safer

MP Mark Strahl outlines the changes made to the railroad industry to ensure public safety.

Taxpayers get the bill for political payoffs

Writer says don't believe every fairytale you hear from the politicians.
The germaphobes are taking over

The germaphobes are taking over

Germs have been around forever; companies that make over the counter super strength antiseptic everything will come and, eventually, go.

Village shortcuts waste tax dollars

Writer questions some of the decisions made by Cache Creek Council and whether they resulted in more expense to the taxpayer.
Summertime and drinking is easy

Summertime and drinking is easy

The B.C. government’s move to ease liquor restrictions is undergoing its hot summer test, and music festivals are only part of it

Community supports bench for Ed Gyoba

Funds have been raised for a bench in the name of Ed Gyoba, long time resident and a recent victim of murder.

Hands-on skills disappearing from schools

Former teacher laments that many of the reasons for learning in a classroom are disappearing.

Truck safety in Ashcroft needs to be addressed

Writer says close encounters with trucks in town make safety planning necessary as truck traffic is expected to grow.
Weighed down by excess baggage

Weighed down by excess baggage

Learning to let go of the stuff that clutters our lives, trips us up and keeps us from getting a ride to the next town.