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Dear Editor I would like to send a big bouquet to the people who work hard at the News-Optimist each week to bring us local news. I live at Battleford West and I look forward to reading the news each week in both the Tuesday and Thursday newspapers.

While out Christmas shopping, how many retail and service industry staff will one person encounter? From the associate that helps a customer find that sweater in the right size to the Subway employee who makes their sandwich, there are people whose j

John Cairns’ Leg Watch

John Cairns’ Leg Watch

Linda’s Lines

So I have a confession to make. Despite being a big sports junkie I missed the entire opening quarter of the Grey Cup. When I finally did turn it on there was something uniquely Canadian about it.

Throughout my time at the Journal, I have covered many stories about people supporting their community. There was so much support and care in the room during the Humboldt and Area Refugee Coalition concert fundraiser on Nov.

John Cairns’ Leg Watch

Dear Editor Shame on Rick Brace, Rogers Media and the Blue Jays ! They have no courage or class at all ! They’re unethical despicable cowards ! Gregg Zaun is one of the best sports commentators I have ever heard and seen. Maybe the best ever.

Dear Editor In his Neighbourly Advice According to Ed column earlier this month, the good Rev. Raymond Maher notes that we should love everyone, even our enemies, because this is what Jesus instructed us to do. That’s fair enough.