Our View

For the past week the world has been transfixed by the horrifying terrorist attacks by Islamic extremists in Paris.

Like an angry parent, Lynda Moffat, St. Albert Chamber of Commerce president and CEO, read the city council the riot act on Monday.

Plummeting oil prices have led to thousands of job layoffs and a struggling Alberta economy. In times of economic uncertainty those less fortunate can often fall through the cracks, especially as people’s budgets contract.

Many people will enjoy Remembrance Day today as a short mid-week holiday, with little thought of those who sacrificed in foreign battlefields. Maybe they’ll do a little shopping or get together with friends.

The 31 strode down the tree-lined lane to Rideau Hall with smiles and children. The sun shone on this diverse group of Canadians charged with leading the rest of us through the next four years.

It takes a certain degree of humility to admit one’s made a mistake. There’s always the worry of losing face and suffering embarrassment.

The residents in St. Albert have had a lot of decisions to make this year. Since the provincial election was called on April 7, there has only been one election-free month – July, if you are asking.

Government policies are a double-edged sword. On the one side, they are an important way to ensure consistent and smooth operations, at least when managed effectively.

When a crowd at a stadium or arena erupts into raucous cheers and standing applause one of two things has happened, a big score or a bone-crushing hit.

The city must have missed the memo that the province and the country are in a recession. It is the only way we can explain the recent frivolous use of taxpayer money downtown. Many have probably noticed a new mural on the street in front of St.