Opinion

THOMPSON: Trump’s plan to fund child care in US make no sense
OPINION Just after Labor Day, Donald Trump – now the oldest man to ever run…

THOMPSON: Why we should be concerned about government, corporate inaction on ‘forever’ chemicals
OPINION Back in 1982, I recall talking with a scientist at E. I. du Pont…

JONESIE: The homeless political centre in BC
OPINION Of course it was Kevin Falcon. Something about that weaselly face and arrogant demeanour……

THOMPSON: The art – and cost – of keeping a pool’s chemistry balanced
OPINION It’s great having a swimming pool. It is the focus of Summer fun…for family…

THOMPSON: Kamala Harris will win more votes in November than Donald Trump
OPINION In July, a poll of likely American voters gave a slight edge to Donald…

THOMPSON: Right wing grift goes with right wing propaganda
OPINION It’s complicated. If you met Bill…you would probably say, “Nice guy,” and over beers…

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THOMPSON: The magic of picking the perfect watermelon
OPINION When I was six years old, I liked going with my father to a…

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iN PHOTOS: Paddle-wheeler ‘Wanda Sue’ sets sights on return to South Thompson River
It’s been nearly 20 years since the Wanda Sue stopped cruising on the South Thompson…

THOMPSON: It doesn’t cost any more to dream big
OPINION Ask any professional golfer the tournament they would most like to win…and the overwhelming…

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JONESIE: The importance of local news? Please
OPINION “Write something about the importance of local news or something.” That was the suggestion…

JONESIE: The mayor who cried wolf one too many times
OPINION I suppose it was our fault for trusting him. Just because the mayor of…

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Following are emailed reader responses to stories or letters to the editor for the fourth…