Future of city in our hands on Monday
In response to encouraging feedback received regarding our coverage of the run-up to the upcoming municipal election, set for Monday, May 12, we are printing again the profiles of all the candidates (this time without their photos so that we can get them all in one paper).
Time for candidates to convince voters
LETTER — This is addressed to the 37 candidates out their hoping to be elected to serve our city on Monday.
Two takes on terrorism confusing
"Terrorism," like "fascism," is one of those words that people routinely apply to almost any behaviour they disapprove of. Recently, we had a particularly impressive spread of meanings on display.
Skate park opening May 15, thanks to efforts of our local youth
Again this year, the youth who attend the Miramichi Skate Park are helping out. Before the skate park can open its gates, it needs to be swept of dirt, rocks and debris from a long, hard winter. The youth showed up Thursday night to do just this.
Letter to the editor | Get out and vote
This my first and probably my last letter to the editor. I wish to express my opinion on the importance of the upcoming municipal election on May 12. I urge the citizens of Miramichi to research the candidates running for mayor and council and to vote for the person you feel would do the best job for the betterment of the Miramichi.
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Municipal election an opportunity for change
GUEST COLUMN — In 1995, 11 proud and resourceful communities were brought together to unite our people into a new strong city, speaking with one voice and with the goal of working for the common good of all citizens.
Letter to the editor | Turn out to vote, keep open mind
In my opinion, if the plans for converting the old court house into a cultural centre do not include the upgrading of all roads leading to the centre, the project is doomed to fail. Even if the plans mentioned in your newspaper do include upgrading the roads, I am not convinced this is not another fool's folly.
City council bowing out under cloud
By the time you read this, the buyout of Lord Beaverbrook Arena manager Peter Nevin's contract may well be a done deal following a special council meeting last night..
Why did the (Zimbabwean) chicken cross the road?
As the delay in announcing the results of Zimbabwe's presidential election stretched out endlessly, the political jokes proliferated across southern Africa. The best ones were based on the old "Why did the chicken cross the road?" joke. The usual answer is, "To get to the other side," but the protagonists in the Zimbabwean crisis were all given lines that mocked the positions they had taken.
Leadership issues never far from surface in Liberal Party
It seems leadership issues are never far from the surface in the Liberal Party these days. How does Stephane Dion feel when his deputy leader's Harvard college mate is musing about what a wonderful leader Ignatieff would be?
N.B. Wildlife Federation pleased with proposed Sunday Hunting legislation
GUEST COLUMN — The New Brunswick Wildlife Federation is pleased the New Brunswick government is about to pass Sunday Hunting legislation.
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Canadians faced with challenges
Why are Canadians in record numbers choosing not to exercise their right to vote?
New bill threatens our civil liberties
I am writing you concerning a subject that affects all Canadians.
Cold, calculated, callous
It should never have been allowed to happen.
Research opening new vistas in treatment of schizophrenia
As with all illnesses, the hope for a cure of schizophrenia — described as youth’s greatest disabler —depends on research.
Always look on the bright side
Somehow, we make the best of it. We try to look on the bright side. Perhaps, because there’s not much choice. Consider the past few days.
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If in doubt about who to vote for in election, then vote against
Well, friends and neighbours, in just seven days, you’ll head to to the polls to mark an X next to the names of the people you think will best serve the interests of the citizens of Miramichi.
Let's try predicting oil prices again
Last week Hamish McRae, one of the world's best economic journalists, declared in The Independent, "Hardly anyone a year ago successfully predicted the rise in the oil price to $120 a barrel — in fact I have not found a single forecast of that."
Your paper to provide full coverage
Justice Paul Creaghan's "step back" advice at a preliminary meeting in Moncton prior to the start of the commission of inquiry into the pathology scandal at the Miramichi Hospital is well taken.
Ducks Unlimited Canada celebrates volunteers
As National Volunteer Week (April 27-May 3), draws to a close, we would like to celebrate the energy and commitment of our community volunteers across Canada.
Will new council bring in public transportation?
I would like to ask candidates in the upcoming municipal election the following questions:1.
Benson Street should become skate park
I know of Benson Street because it is near where my grandparents live.I grew up staying over there and going to the park regularly.
Miramichi front and centre in youth efforts
Miramichi continues to be front and centre in its efforts for youth.
We want you to help shape who we are
Many of you will have seen by now the two-sided Readership Survey that was included in the regular package of flyers delivered to your mailbox last week.
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