Opinion

I’ve always hated daylight savings time and in my books, it’s high time for DST to be put to sleep, peacefully - and permanently.

As we approach Christmas, a number of good news stories can be heard, of people donating to support good causes and events, whether it’s the Knights of Columbus and Santa’s Elves food hamper and toy drive or the St.

Some days it’s harder than others to decide what is real and what isn’t when reading news online. The fake news sometimes sneaks under the radar as real, and real news (although that term should be used loosely) can catch me off guard in amazement.

According to Participation.com only nine per cent of youth ages five to 17 are getting the amount of physical activity needed daily. In our community, I believe that there are less youth every year that are joining the activities available.

Throughout the year, athletic events take place on a weekly basis in the region. The local area has two Jr.

Around this time of year, we start reflecting on the past 12 months. We, at the Journal, start looking back at the past year’s editions, talk to politicians about major highlights, and reflect on what next year might bring.

I think many of us are guilty of it at this time of the year – searching for the perfect gifts, racking our brains to come up with unique ideas, and splurging on items that we normally wouldn’t even consider purchasing at any other time of the year.

There is much talk about the climate these days, and the fact that Canada and Alberta should be one of the leaders in reducing emission no matter the cost - because there will be a cost.

It’s clear that St. Paul has many people in the community who want to make a difference.

It seems like not a week goes by when I don’t hear of some university or another and its battle with matters of cultural, religious or sexual sensitivity.