The Telegram: Columns

Reality bites

rwanger@thetelegram.com (Russell Wangersky) — Sat, 7 Nov 2009 06:57:00 GMT

Years ago, when winter nights were pure and clean like a young conscience, I walked across a frozen pond with my former brother-in-law, Bob, and we found a calico cat caught in a leg-hold trap.

First, they take the gun registry ...

lpayne@ffaw.nfld.net (Lana Payne) — Sat, 7 Nov 2009 06:57:00 GMT

In less than a month, Canada will mark the 20th anniversary of the Montreal Massacre.

And instead of renewing government and societal efforts to end violence against women, the federal Conservatives, with help from the Liberals and the NDP, will kill the long-gun registry and deal gun control a mighty blow in our country.

Makin' bacon

life@thetelegram.com (Cynthia Stone) — Sat, 7 Nov 2009 06:57:00 GMT

The flavour punch delivered by one itty bitty slice of bacon far outweighs the fat and calories it contributes to a recipe.