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Councillor, mayor disagree over validity of survey results

Councillor, mayor disagree over validity of survey results

'We have been striving toward public engagement at city hall and having this survey is important,' said Mayor Fraser Tolmie.
Of only 212 persons who responded to a survey on city website, some support ‘modest’ property tax increases and an infrastructure levy

Of only 212 persons who responded to a survey on city website, some support ‘modest’ property tax increases and an infrastructure levy

Survey participants also indicated roadways, waterworks and wastewater infrastructure, and recreation services were important to them.
City hall denied approval to appeal decision made by property board

City hall denied approval to appeal decision made by property board

Contractor Sam Shaw wants to build an accessory building that is 1,632 square feet in size on a property at Lillooet Street West.
A cappella choir offers an easy-to-commit evening of music

A cappella choir offers an easy-to-commit evening of music

"It's a joyful experience, and I think that's what the ladies would probably say," said Wanda Reid, director of the Bel Coro choir
City hall officer handled two complaints from residents last year

City hall officer handled two complaints from residents last year

City hall's administrative review officer has reviewed fewer than three complaints from residents each year since 2003.
New GM of Mosaic Place has experience attracting big-name musicians

New GM of Mosaic Place has experience attracting big-name musicians

Ryan MacIvor spent the last 10 years as the general manager of an events centre in Dawson Creek, British Columbia.
Request for free Yara Centre memberships deferred to budget discussions

Request for free Yara Centre memberships deferred to budget discussions

The Saskatchewan Health Authority's wellness metabolic exercise program addresses health conditions that clients with serious mental illnesses can experience.
Comedians, assemble: Moose Jam Comedy bringing more funny to the Jaw

Comedians, assemble: Moose Jam Comedy bringing more funny to the Jaw

One local comedian sees the comedy potential in Moose Jaw, and is working to bring it out for everyone
Last few residents of Valley View Centre now moved elsewhere

Last few residents of Valley View Centre now moved elsewhere

There were 153 adults with intellectual disabilities who lived at the centre and who have now been transitioned to community-based homes across the province.
Province should quit using teachers, students as political pawns

Province should quit using teachers, students as political pawns

Ron Walter writes about the state of education in Saskatchewan
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