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Liberal tax plans harming farmers

Liberal tax plans harming farmers

Dear Editor, I am farmer, small business owner. We worked 12 to 16 hour days, seven days a week for years with no holidays and weekends are just another work day. We raised three children who are all small business owners, ranchers too.
Regrettable reference justified

Regrettable reference justified

Dear Editor, Beverley Mably wrote and asked for clarification on the editorial statement, “To regrettably paraphrase Donald Trump, the attacks came from both sides...” and I thought I would offer my help.
Newcomer to town shows true kindness

Newcomer to town shows true kindness

Dear Editor, Highest praise to newcomer Sharon in Woodhaven! Learning how to deal with a disability, I have utmost respect to you all for your patience.
Regrettable media won' t support Trump

Regrettable media won' t support Trump

Dear Editor, re: “Debate must be civil” Western Wheel editorial August 23, 2017. Could you please explain what you meant by this ambiguous statement... To regrettably paraphrase Donald Trump, the attacks come from both sides...
Glass House Syndrome

Glass House Syndrome

Dear Editor There is an epidemic of Glass House Syndrome across the country and an especially virulent strain has hit here in MD of Foothills and the communities within it.
Gas plant should be torn down

Gas plant should be torn down

Dear Editor, Re: Work begins on new trail. It’s high time the visually and environmentally repulsive blot on the landscape, known as the Turner Valley Gas Plant “Historical Site,” be torn down and the surrounding land and Sheep River reclaimed.
Recycling letter writer correct

Recycling letter writer correct

Dear Editor I just want to say how much I agree with Daniel’s recent letter regarding the flyers from our stores. I have often said we need a flyer recycle bin next to our mailbox as that would save us taking it home.
Highway 7 needs to be fixed

Highway 7 needs to be fixed

Dear Editor, I would like to offer some thoughts regarding the front page article written by Krista Conrad. Firstly, kudo to Ms. Conrad! This report was a timely and important piece. I do take exception however with Jerry Lau’s comments (Mr.
Housing decision the right one

Housing decision the right one

Dear Editor, Re. Domestic violence transitional housing. I wish to take this opportunity to sincerely thank the six members of Okotoks council who voted in support of our Mayor’s notice of motion re.
Bigger isn' t always better

Bigger isn' t always better

Dear Editor, Is Bigger always Better? Why exactly do people move from a large city, say Calgary, to smaller centers such as Okotoks, High River, or Turner Valley? Yes, lower real estate prices certainly play a part considering an average home price d
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