In the home I grew up in, the use of vulgar language was never tolerated. Even the use of descriptive terms to identify bodily functions would result in a strong verbal reprimand. We used numbers instead to describe those functions. As I grew up, other words came to our attention […]
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One of the most important issues to me is consumer awareness of hydro and natural gas retailers. Energy retailers are privately-owned companies that buy electricity or natural gas and then resell it to homeowners at a profit. Unlike public utilities, where the price is regulated and based on the cost […]
This past week was not a good one for Stephen Harper’s government, but it was far worse for Canadians who take their citizenship and rights seriously and for seniors and “baby boomers” with lower-than-average incomes. The week began with revelations that the Harper government has hit new heights, or should […]
It would seem that “The Year of Magical Thinking” by Joan Didion now sits at the top of my read list, up 60 rows from where it sat below “The Complete Bartender” by Robyn M. Feller. Up until Jan. 19, I was entrenched in “The Sisters Brothers” by Patrick DeWitt, […]
My first “baby” arrived over the weekend so now things have started. I have a fair number of cows very close to calving, so all you can do is keep a close eye on them. I do find myself almost nervous at the beginning—it’s like you forget what it’s all […]
By Gary Sliworsky
Ag rep, Emo
Ag rep, Emo
Calving time is very near or started already for some, and with it comes some calving problems. Some of these problems are caused by physical misalignment in utero and are unavoidable. However, problems caused by breeding large-birthweight bulls to heifers or small cows, and calving over-finished heifers, can be prevented. […]
It’s something I’ve been planning for over the past couple of months: my trip to Lake Okeechobee, Fla. for my first FLW Tour bass tournament. This week, I finally was able to get on the water to practice for the biggest tournament that I’ll have ever been involved in. The […]
There’s something to be said about playing at home come playoff time: relaxing in your own bed, not worrying about having “bus legs,” and relaxing in the friendly confines of your own facilities before the game begins. It’s a great luxury to have, and it certainly will be something the […]
Tamara and Erik Sinclair Dear editor: I remember passing through the doors of St. Michael’s holding my teary-eyed daughter’s hand for her first day of school. I was nervous but as we began the slow procession towards her classroom, I began to feel at ease. The smiling faces of the […]
Sonny McGinnis Dear editor: As I contemplate the mining exploration and intentions to build open pit mines in the Treaty 3 territory, I have yet to see the mining industry, Crown governments, or that of our aboriginal leadership make efforts to discuss with First Nations’ people the effect of these […]
William “Bill” Gow, 87, of International Falls, Mn., passed away Friday, Jan. 20, 2012 at his home. He was born April 2, 1924 at St. Boniface, Man. He graduated from the University of Manitoba and was employed as an electrical engineer at Boise Cascade. Bill was united in marriage to […]
David “Bud” Victor Ronald passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2012 at Sacre Coeur Hospital at the age of 89. He was predeceased by his parents, Dave Ronald and Catherine “Kitty” Robertson; and his brother, William “Bill” Ronald of Sudbury, Ont. Survived by his wife, Maxine Boileau, the “love […]
