The benefits of exercise are widely known to maintain a healthy body, reduce stress, improve sleep, and prevent potential health issues. However, there are...
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Columnists - Baljinder Sull
Physical activity can benefit your mental health
Columnists - Leela Aheer
MLA report August 2
Hello Chestermere! First of all I would like to congratulate the organizers of the water festival this past weekend! It was an incredible time, and we enjoyed...
Columnists - Martin Shields
International trade
Canada is a trading nation. We export enormous quantities of products to countries around the world. These exports support a tremendous number of jobs and...
Columnists - Nick Jeffrey
Heavenly BeereaH
History buffs may recall that monasteries were some of the first organizations to brew beer on a regular basis. Way back in the Middle Ages, a French order of...
Columnists - Steve King
The psychology of dogs
This week I’d like to touch on the subject of the psychology of dogs. Back in the 19th century, dogs were considered to be creatures who existed but did...
Columnists - Nick Jeffrey
Never Go Alone
My great grandpa came to Canada on a boat with a herd of Jersey cows. He paid his way by taking care of the cows on the long voyage from the island of Alderney...
Columnists - Steve King
Thinking of getting a dog?
This is a big decision to make and one that takes a lot of careful consideration. Unlike other purchases we make, dogs should never be an impulse buy, as...
Columnists - Nick Jeffrey
Stampede Beer
The uncomfortable boots have come off. The faded blue wranglers that seem to get a bit tighter around the midsection have been returned to the box they live...
Columnists - Martin Shields
One year anniversary of tax changes
It has been a great July in Bow River! I have enjoyed taking part in events across our riding, and getting the chance to speak with many of you about...
Columnists - Preston Pouteaux
Why ‘Stay Away’ Is Not the Way
When Chestermere’s beaches are full of families and sand-castle-building kids, when the boat dock is backed up, and when parking at our summer festivals...