Is Edmonton's annexation really geared towards growth?
As county residents for a combined total of more than 50 years and coming from a family of almost 100 years in the local area, we have something to say regarding the obsessively greedy land grab the...
View ArticleHalliburton facility too dangerous
Nisku is already a ticking time bomb with industry packed in there at this time.
View ArticleEdmonton annexation request too much
As a resident of Beaumont, and employee for a company located in Nisku, my first reaction to the City of Edmonton’s proposed annexation of Leduc County was “the city is growing rapidly and rightly...
View ArticleWhat will stop Halliburton proposal?
How many more environmental and chemical studies enlisted by Halliburton, Blackmud businesses and local residents need to be presented?
View ArticleHalliburton facility just not right for area
All residents of Leduc County, please be aware, if you’re not already.
View ArticleLetter to the editor
Let’s add a different twist to Edmonton’s effort to extend its reach over you and me by expropriation.
View ArticleHeartfelt thanks to Leduc Community Hospital nurse who passed away
On July 12, 2014, one of the nurses that worked in the Leduc Community Hospital passed away far too soon after a very short battle with cancer.
View ArticleLetter to the editor
I am writing in response to the article about Lynn Tolocka’s death at Boonstock. First and foremost my sincerest condolence’s to this family.
View ArticleCanada’s identity started with foreigners
My name is Eugene Miller and I’m blessed with the opportunity to meet many of the newcomers to our city as a result of being the teacher of an English as a Second Language program.
View ArticleConcerned over budget’s impact on education
As a parent of three children and the chairperson of Notre Dame School Council, I am greatly concerned about the negative impact and implications of the provincial election budget on our schools and...
View ArticlePlease vote on May 5, but vote wisely
Over the past number of years the Alberta political landscape has been embroiled in uncertainty. No party has been exempt, however the P.C. government and the Wildrose have seen more than their share.
View ArticlePCs too easy on corporations
Leduc-Beaumont PC MLA George Rogers stated in regards to health care premiums, “A good portion of that was paid by businesses.” Obviously he needs to be reminded the government made healthcare premiums...
View ArticleYour right to vote carries tremendous responsibility
Your right to vote carries tremendous responsibility
View ArticleLetter to the editor: New minimum will drive the economy down
You cannot chase the living wage with minimum wage because minimum wage is one of the major contributors to the rise in the cost of living.
View ArticleLetter to the Editor: Coloniale gas station appealed
On May 9 the Town of Beaumont’s Planning and Development Services refused the Development Permit Application for a Gas Bar and Mac’s Convenience Store at the entry to Coloniale Estates.
View ArticleLetter to the Editor: Notes on MLA Shaye Anderson's column about the carbon tax
I read with dismay the column by Shaye Anderson MLA in the Beaumont News last week. I had believed that our elected representative to the Government of Alberta would have a better knowledge of science...
View ArticleLetter to the editor: More issues with Alberta’s carbon tax law
Once again I read remarks made by Shaye Anderson MLA with incredulity at the wishful thinking and naivety displayed. If the purpose of the carbon tax is to reduce consumption of fossil fuels, then this...
View ArticleLetter to the Editor: thanking Beaumont for support Fort McMurray
On May 4, I received a phone call from a dear friend, Kristy Golightly, who was in a panic. She told me about how she had this desperate urge to help with the Fort McMurray evacuations. Her compassion...
View ArticleLetter to the Editor: Beaumont needs more ice, sports facilities
The Beaumont Amature Hockey Association (BAHA) has had to refuse some of the 4-5-6 year olds as well as our oldest groups from being allowed to register and play hockey in Beaumont this coming winter...
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