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Editorials

Oct 4, 2023

Bear Attack

Last Friday two hikers died in the Red Deer River Valley from a bear attack. The couple were hiking when the event took place.

Bear Attack

Sept 27, 2023

Buddy, the Pass Herald and the AWNA

I talk about Buddy a lot in my editorials. I talk about him because, quite frankly, he was one of the most important people in my life.

Buddy, the Pass Herald and the AWNA

Sept 20, 2023

Yearly audit for News Media Canada

Because the Pass Herald is a paid newspaper, I must prove every year how many paid subscriptions I sell, proving how big my circulation is. 

Yearly audit for News Media Canada

Sept 13, 2023

I remember exactly where I was when 9/11 happened

Moments in life when you remember exactly where you were.

I remember exactly where I was when 9/11 happened

Sept 6, 2023

Renso Castellarin

I have written my editorial about a person who had a pro-found impact on my life; Renso Castellarin.

Renso Castellarin

Aug 30, 2023

Trip to Las Vegas

I have incredible memories of Las Vegas. We started going there when I was five.

Trip to Las Vegas

Aug 23, 2023

Online News Act and the Pass Herald

Local Crownest Pass news is available online on our website or through hard copy sold throughout the community and delivered through the mail.

Online News Act and the Pass Herald

Aug 16, 2023

Fire activity and insurance claims

Acknowledging the Lladnar Creek fire in Sparwood as well as experiences with Intact Insurance

Fire activity and insurance claims

Jul 26, 2023

Two-week break at the newspaper

It’s been a wonderful year. My health is better and I’m systematically checking off all the bucket list items I have set out.

Two-week break at the newspaper

Jul 19, 2023

He wrote his own obituary

I’ve been publishing obituaries for almost 25 years, and I’ve always remarked that you can tell how loved someone was by their obituary. I’ve seen some incredible ones in that time and Rick’s, in particular, was awe inspiring.

He wrote his own obituary

Jul 12, 2023

Calgary Stampede time in Alberta

I was in Calgary last week and one of the events I attended was the Stampede Parade. I, along with an estimated 305,000 people, lined the streets of downtown Calgary to watch 98 entries, representing the Calgary Stampede, local politicians, community groups, companies, and domestic and international visitors from across Canada and the United States march by.

Calgary Stampede time in Alberta

Jul 5, 2023

It really does take a village

At the end of the day, we just want our kids to be kind, work to their potential and to shine.

 It really does take a village

Jun 28, 2023

Embracing Canadian Identity

As we reflect upon the diverse tapestry that is Canada, it becomes apparent that defining what it means to be Canadian is no simple task.

Embracing Canadian Identity

Jun 21, 2023

Home to celebrate Bellecrest Days

Holy cow can the crew of Bellecrest put on a special events day!

Home to celebrate Bellecrest Days

Jun 14, 2023

The complex emotion of guilt

We are consistently reminded through the media and the continual apologies by our Prime Minister that we are a country that should carry the yoke of remorse.

The complex emotion of guilt

Jun 7, 2023

New hours at the Pass Herald

Effective next week our office hours will be Monday to Thursday from 1 to 4 p.m.

New hours at the Pass Herald

May 31, 2023

Insurance companies are gross

My feeling is that they make the experience so frustrating that you just give up.

Insurance companies are gross

May 24, 2023

Thank you to all the medical staff in the Crowsnest Pass

Our local clinic is simply amazing and they ensure that we’re not left behind when we don’t have a family doctor.

Thank you to all the medical staff in the Crowsnest Pass

May 17, 2023

I know it’s not “cool” to talk about God

My father’s family came from Poland and was an alter server at the Holy Ghost Catholic Church, formerly in Coleman. When he was alive, he would often recite the prayers in Latin.

I know it’s not “cool” to talk about God

May 10, 2023

My home is open

In the last 23 years we’ve had a lot of people come into our home and share our space, some for just a week, some for years.

My home is open
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