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From the Online classrooms.... THE
Publisher’s Desk
Dana McArthur This week Alberta's
Member Canadian Association of Journalists we tip our From the COVID-19 WORLD
hats to the Publisher’s Desk response
Dana McArthur
teachers, Member Canadian Association of Journalists plan. SINCE IT
support staff, Are online
and education leaders who classrooms a perfect system? WAS FLAT.
navigated this historic —Obviously they are not.
transition from the familiar Online learning can't begin
face-to-face classrooms, to to replicate the relationships
an online classroom system and human connections that
for students. develop between teachers
Considering the short and classmates in a face-to-
timeline and steep learning face learning environment.
curve for students, families, There are also many inherent NEED
and teachers to adapt to an issues and challenges
online class environment, it including school exams, NEW
was a remarkable grading, and supporting
Riding Update: achievement. students with additional WEBDONUTS
However, this abrupt needs —just to name a few.
Open Letter: transition to online learning With its apparent cost
is not an ideal choice for savings, is it possible that Letter to the Editor Policy:
Letter to the Editor many families, but under the after this pandemic subsides, The Weekly Anchor welcomes Letters to the Editor
circumstances —it was the
governments may reduce
Letter to the Editor safest option available. instructional days or mandate All letters are published at the discretion of the editor-
While online classes are a level of online classroom publisher who reserves the right to edit for clarity, length
functioning, it's not without learning? While it may and libel. All letters must bear the name of the writer —and
some downsides. On March benefit the bottom line... must also include the address and telephone number (which
28, Alberta's Education serious questions remain will not be published). The publisher will consider
about the impact to students'
Minister announced the
withholding the writer’s name from print if there is a
Jim Eglinski temporary layoff of quality of education and their Letters published do not necessarily reflect the policies or
legitimate case for reprisals.
equally important social
education assistants and
MP Yellowhead Media Release: support staff and the $128M development. beliefs of this newspaper.
Open Letter: in savings was redirected to Letter to the Editor Policy
The Weekly Anchor welcomes Letters to the Editor
All letters are published at the discretion of the editor-publisher who reserves the right
HELP SUPPORT LOCAL JOURNALISM My Open letter from Councillor Janet Wilkinson must also include the address and telephone number (which will not be published). The
West Yellowhead MLA
to edit for clarity, length and libel. All letters must bear the name of the writer —and
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Your
case for reprisals.
Local Independent Newspaper
by Adrienne Tait
SERVING: TOWN OF EDSON & YELLOWHEAD COUNTY FOR 30 YEARS!
OFFICE HOURS: Mon - Thurs 9:00 am to 4:30 p.m.
CHECKING Gerald Soroka Wilkinson, your Town Councillor, currently We are so fortunate to have so many competent in place at a very early stage. We all appreciate your CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING DEADLINES: Tuesday, Noon PASSPORT PHOTOS & MORE
I am so pleased that full safety measures were put
Fri.: 9:00 am to 3:00 p.m.
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people who are able to keep our services active.
serving a second term.
Thank you to all of our grocery stores. I Am very
THE MP Yellowhead ViewPoint are all in worrisome times, please try to be patient impressed by all of our essential service providers cooperation in having everyone stay safe. Needless 5040 3rd Avenue, Edson, Alberta
I appreciate this opportunity to speak to you. We
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to say the construction at Parkland Lodge has been
P.O. Box 6870, T7E 1V2
WORLD by Cassie Kushniruk as there will be an end. —we thank you. slowed down in these turbulent times but it is Telephone: (780) 723-5787
To our other retailers that are now closed. We
continuing.
As councillors we are trying to enact policies that
Fax: (780) 723-5725
can aid you in these times of difficulties. There
Our main priority right now is to keep the workers
appreciate your inventiveness in having pickups and
Email: anchorwk@telusplanet.net
SINCE IT will be news releases regarding these actions. online auctions. I admire your innovation. safe. Once we are through this time we will have a Website: www.weeklyanchor.com 5040 3rd Avenue, Edson
Gerald Soroka
5040 3rd Avenue, Edson
Please check our web page at the Town of Edson.
marvellous Lodge to move into.
I am chair of the Evergreens Foundation that
WAS FLAT. HELP SUPPORT LOCAL JOURNALISM that have been affected by this virus. I believe provides housing for seniors and other individuals As a wind up please remember to be good to Member of the Edson & District Canadian Association 780-723-5787 T
Alberta
My sympathy is extended to all of our families
Media Circulation
The Weekly Anchorhe Weekly Anchor
Weekly Newspapers
Chamber of Commerce
Audit
MP Yellowhead
780-723-5787
in the community. I would love to give a huge shout yourself. Reach out to others, go for a walk, We
there is no one who hasn't been affected in some
Lodge, Heatherwood Village and Heritage Court,
Contact me if you feel isolated and need support.
way. out to all of our workers in our facilities, Parkland need to keep our mental health in stable condition.
Published by: 422247 Alberta Ltd.
The Weekly Anchor Canadian Publication Mail Number - 40014221 5040 3rd Avenue, Edson, Alberta Canadian
Media Circulation
P.O. Box 6870, T7E 1V2
Your SERVING: TOWN OF EDSON & YELLOWHEAD COUNTY FOR 30 YEARS! Telephone: (780) 723-5787 Audit
OFFICE HOURS: Mon - Thurs 9:00 am to 4:30 p.m.
Local Independent Newspaper Fri.: 9:00 am to 3:00 p.m. Views & News
DISPLAY ADVERTISING DEADLINES: Call Fax: (780) 723-5725 Alberta by Deanna Mitchener
Email: anchorwk@telusplanet.net
Weekly Newspapers
CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING DEADLINES: Tuesday, Noon Website: www.weeklyanchor.com Association
Gerald Soroka
MP Yellowhead Member of the 6,300 Audited
Edson & District
Chamber of The Weekly Anchor
CORRECTION Dana McArthur Sue Ann Cassie Brianne Benson Shaylyn The Weekly Anchor
Common
Apologies on my behalf to the Edson Cycling Association for a Commerce Publisher/Owner Sales Representative Kushniruk Writer Thornton Your Local Independent Newspaper
Writer
Reporter
misqoute of projected full cost build of the new Bike Park that is Canadian Association of Journalists member
Canadian Association
of Journalists member
going in out at Willmore. In the last issue my article incorrectly said Your Local Independent Newspaper
$350,000 when actually it is a $624,000 projected cost for the full
build. Please accept my apologies and I take full blame, not the
Weekly Anchor. Deanna Mitchener 6,300 Audited Circulation 6,300 Audited Circulation
Canadian Publication Mail Number - 40014221
Canadian Publication Mail Number - 40014221
6,300 Audited SERVING: TOWN OF EDSON & SERVING: TOWN OF EDSON & YELLOWHEAD COUNTY FOR 27 YEARS!
The Weekly Anchor Canadian Publication Mail Number - 40014221 5040 3rd Avenue, Edson, Alberta Canadian YELLOWHEAD COUNTY FOR 27 YEARS! OFFICE HOURS: Mon - Thurs 9:00 am to 5:00 p.m.
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Your SERVING: TOWN OF EDSON & YELLOWHEAD COUNTY FOR 30 YEARS! P.O. Box 6870, T7E 1V2 Audit OFFICE HOURS: Mon - Thurs 9:00 am to 4:30 p.m. Fri.: 9:00 am to 3:00 p.m.
OFFICE HOURS: Mon - Thurs 9:00 am to 4:30 p.m.
Local Independent Newspaper Fri.: 9:00 am to 3:00 p.m. Telephone: (780) 723-5787 Fri.: 9:00 am to 3:00 p.m.
DISPLAY ADVERTISING DEADLINES: Call Fax: (780) 723-5725 Alberta
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Weekly Newspapers
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Member of the 5040 3rd Avenue, Edson, Alberta Canadian Member of the Member of the Published by: 422247 Alberta Ltd. Canadian
Published by: 422247 Alberta Ltd.
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P.O. Box 6870, T7E 1V2
Audit
Edson & District Telephone: (780) 723-5787 Weekly Newspapers Edson & District Edson & District 5040 3rd Avenue, Edson, Alberta Audit
P.O. Box 6870, T7E 1V2
Chamber of
Alberta
Telephone: (780) 723-5787
Fax: (780) 723-5725
Fax: (780) 723-5725
Chamber of Email: anchorwk@telusplanet.net Association Commerce Chamber of Website: www.weeklyanchor.com Association
Alberta
Weekly Newspapers
Email: anchorwk@telusplanet.net
Website: www.weeklyanchor.com
Commerce
Shaylyn
Cassie
Sue Ann
Commerce Dana McArthur Sales Representative Kushniruk Brianne Benson Thornton
Writer
Common
Publisher/Owner
Reporter
Writer
Canadian Association
Canadian Association
of Journalists member of Journalists member
Cassie
Shaylyn
Dana McArthur Sue Ann Kushniruk Brianne Benson Thornton
Publisher/Owner Common Reporter Writer Writer
Canadian Association Sales Representative Canadian Association Dana McArthur Sue Ann Cassie Brianne Benson Shaylyn
of Journalists member of Journalists member Common Kushniruk Writer Thornton
Publisher/Owner Reporter Writer
Canadian Association Sales Representative Canadian Association
of Journalists member of Journalists member
he Weekly ANCHOR
Comment
THE WEEKLY ANCHOR
MONDAY NOVEMBER 18, 2019 PAGE 7
THE WEEKLY ANCHOR
Letter to the Editor Policy
The Weekly Anchor welcomes Letters to the Editor
THE WEEKLY ANCHOR
All letters are published at the discretion of the
editor-publisher who reserves the right to edit for
clarity, length and libel. All letters must bear the
name of the writer —and must also include the
address and telephone number (which will not be PAGE 14 MONDAY APRIL 13, 2020 MONDAY NOVEMBER 18, 2019 PAGE 7 West Yellowhead MLA
published). The publisher will consider withholding Martin Long
the writer’s name from print if there is a legitimate PAGE 10 MONDAY APRIL 27, 2020 THE WEEKLY ANCHOR
case for reprisals.
Letters published do not necessarily reflect the T he Weekly ANCHOR HELP SUPPORT LOCAL JOURNALISM
policies or beliefs of this newspaper.
Comment FACT-
GUEST EDITORIAL/COMMENT CHECKING
From the Online classrooms.... THE
Publisher’s Desk
Dana McArthur This week Alberta's
Member Canadian Association of Journalists we tip our From the COVID-19 WORLD
hats to the Publisher’s Desk response
Dana McArthur
teachers, Member Canadian Association of Journalists plan. SINCE IT
support staff, Are online
and education leaders who classrooms a perfect system? WAS FLAT.
navigated this historic —Obviously they are not.
transition from the familiar Online learning can't begin
face-to-face classrooms, to to replicate the relationships
an online classroom system and human connections that
for students. develop between teachers
Considering the short and classmates in a face-to-
timeline and steep learning face learning environment.
curve for students, families, There are also many inherent NEED
and teachers to adapt to an issues and challenges
online class environment, it including school exams, NEW
was a remarkable grading, and supporting
Riding Update: achievement. students with additional WEBDONUTS
However, this abrupt needs —just to name a few.
Open Letter: transition to online learning With its apparent cost
is not an ideal choice for savings, is it possible that Letter to the Editor Policy:
Letter to the Editor many families, but under the after this pandemic subsides, The Weekly Anchor welcomes Letters to the Editor
circumstances —it was the
governments may reduce
Letter to the Editor safest option available. instructional days or mandate All letters are published at the discretion of the editor-
While online classes are a level of online classroom publisher who reserves the right to edit for clarity, length
functioning, it's not without learning? While it may and libel. All letters must bear the name of the writer —and
some downsides. On March benefit the bottom line... must also include the address and telephone number (which
28, Alberta's Education serious questions remain will not be published). The publisher will consider
about the impact to students'
Minister announced the
withholding the writer’s name from print if there is a
Jim Eglinski temporary layoff of quality of education and their Letters published do not necessarily reflect the policies or
legitimate case for reprisals.
equally important social
education assistants and
MP Yellowhead Media Release: support staff and the $128M development. beliefs of this newspaper.
Open Letter: in savings was redirected to Letter to the Editor Policy
The Weekly Anchor welcomes Letters to the Editor
All letters are published at the discretion of the editor-publisher who reserves the right
HELP SUPPORT LOCAL JOURNALISM My Open letter from Councillor Janet Wilkinson must also include the address and telephone number (which will not be published). The
West Yellowhead MLA
to edit for clarity, length and libel. All letters must bear the name of the writer —and
6,30
publisher will consider withholding the writer’s name from print if there is a legitimate 0 Audited
FACT- ViewPoint Hello, my fellow Edsonites. I am Janet My first thanks is for our Town workers and staff. our retirement accommodations. The Weekly Anchor Canadian Publication Mail Number - 40014221
Your
case for reprisals.
Local Independent Newspaper
by Adrienne Tait
SERVING: TOWN OF EDSON & YELLOWHEAD COUNTY FOR 30 YEARS!
OFFICE HOURS: Mon - Thurs 9:00 am to 4:30 p.m.
CHECKING Gerald Soroka Wilkinson, your Town Councillor, currently We are so fortunate to have so many competent in place at a very early stage. We all appreciate your CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING DEADLINES: Tuesday, Noon PASSPORT PHOTOS & MORE
I am so pleased that full safety measures were put
Fri.: 9:00 am to 3:00 p.m.
DISPLAY ADVERTISING DEADLINES: Call
people who are able to keep our services active.
serving a second term.
Thank you to all of our grocery stores. I Am very
THE MP Yellowhead ViewPoint are all in worrisome times, please try to be patient impressed by all of our essential service providers cooperation in having everyone stay safe. Needless 5040 3rd Avenue, Edson, Alberta
I appreciate this opportunity to speak to you. We
Published by: 422247 Alberta Ltd.
to say the construction at Parkland Lodge has been
P.O. Box 6870, T7E 1V2
WORLD by Cassie Kushniruk as there will be an end. —we thank you. slowed down in these turbulent times but it is Telephone: (780) 723-5787
To our other retailers that are now closed. We
continuing.
As councillors we are trying to enact policies that
Fax: (780) 723-5725
can aid you in these times of difficulties. There
Our main priority right now is to keep the workers
appreciate your inventiveness in having pickups and
Email: anchorwk@telusplanet.net
SINCE IT will be news releases regarding these actions. online auctions. I admire your innovation. safe. Once we are through this time we will have a Website: www.weeklyanchor.com 5040 3rd Avenue, Edson
Gerald Soroka
5040 3rd Avenue, Edson
Please check our web page at the Town of Edson.
marvellous Lodge to move into.
I am chair of the Evergreens Foundation that
WAS FLAT. HELP SUPPORT LOCAL JOURNALISM that have been affected by this virus. I believe provides housing for seniors and other individuals As a wind up please remember to be good to Member of the Edson & District Canadian Association 780-723-5787 T
Alberta
My sympathy is extended to all of our families
Media Circulation
The Weekly Anchorhe Weekly Anchor
Weekly Newspapers
Chamber of Commerce
Audit
MP Yellowhead
780-723-5787
in the community. I would love to give a huge shout yourself. Reach out to others, go for a walk, We
there is no one who hasn't been affected in some
Lodge, Heatherwood Village and Heritage Court,
Contact me if you feel isolated and need support.
way. out to all of our workers in our facilities, Parkland need to keep our mental health in stable condition.
Published by: 422247 Alberta Ltd.
The Weekly Anchor Canadian Publication Mail Number - 40014221 5040 3rd Avenue, Edson, Alberta Canadian
Media Circulation
P.O. Box 6870, T7E 1V2
Your SERVING: TOWN OF EDSON & YELLOWHEAD COUNTY FOR 30 YEARS! Telephone: (780) 723-5787 Audit
OFFICE HOURS: Mon - Thurs 9:00 am to 4:30 p.m.
Local Independent Newspaper Fri.: 9:00 am to 3:00 p.m. Views & News
DISPLAY ADVERTISING DEADLINES: Call Fax: (780) 723-5725 Alberta by Deanna Mitchener
Email: anchorwk@telusplanet.net
Weekly Newspapers
CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING DEADLINES: Tuesday, Noon Website: www.weeklyanchor.com Association
Gerald Soroka
MP Yellowhead Member of the 6,300 Audited
Edson & District
Chamber of The Weekly Anchor
CORRECTION Dana McArthur Sue Ann Cassie Brianne Benson Shaylyn The Weekly Anchor
Common
Apologies on my behalf to the Edson Cycling Association for a Commerce Publisher/Owner Sales Representative Kushniruk Writer Thornton Your Local Independent Newspaper
Writer
Reporter
misqoute of projected full cost build of the new Bike Park that is Canadian Association of Journalists member
Canadian Association
of Journalists member
going in out at Willmore. In the last issue my article incorrectly said Your Local Independent Newspaper
$350,000 when actually it is a $624,000 projected cost for the full
build. Please accept my apologies and I take full blame, not the
Weekly Anchor. Deanna Mitchener 6,300 Audited Circulation 6,300 Audited Circulation
Canadian Publication Mail Number - 40014221
Canadian Publication Mail Number - 40014221
6,300 Audited SERVING: TOWN OF EDSON & SERVING: TOWN OF EDSON & YELLOWHEAD COUNTY FOR 27 YEARS!
The Weekly Anchor Canadian Publication Mail Number - 40014221 5040 3rd Avenue, Edson, Alberta Canadian YELLOWHEAD COUNTY FOR 27 YEARS! OFFICE HOURS: Mon - Thurs 9:00 am to 5:00 p.m.
Published by: 422247 Alberta Ltd.
Media Circulation
Your SERVING: TOWN OF EDSON & YELLOWHEAD COUNTY FOR 30 YEARS! P.O. Box 6870, T7E 1V2 Audit OFFICE HOURS: Mon - Thurs 9:00 am to 4:30 p.m. Fri.: 9:00 am to 3:00 p.m.
OFFICE HOURS: Mon - Thurs 9:00 am to 4:30 p.m.
Local Independent Newspaper Fri.: 9:00 am to 3:00 p.m. Telephone: (780) 723-5787 Fri.: 9:00 am to 3:00 p.m.
DISPLAY ADVERTISING DEADLINES: Call Fax: (780) 723-5725 Alberta
CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING DEADLINES: Tuesday, Noon Email: anchorwk@telusplanet.net Association DISPLAY ADVERTISING DEADLINES: Call DISPLAY ADVERTISING DEADLINES: Call
Weekly Newspapers
Website: www.weeklyanchor.com CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING DEADLINES: Tuesday, Noon CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING DEADLINES: Tuesday, Noon
Member of the 5040 3rd Avenue, Edson, Alberta Canadian Member of the Member of the Published by: 422247 Alberta Ltd. Canadian
Published by: 422247 Alberta Ltd.
Media Circulation
Media Circulation
P.O. Box 6870, T7E 1V2
Audit
Edson & District Telephone: (780) 723-5787 Weekly Newspapers Edson & District Edson & District 5040 3rd Avenue, Edson, Alberta Audit
P.O. Box 6870, T7E 1V2
Chamber of
Alberta
Telephone: (780) 723-5787
Fax: (780) 723-5725
Fax: (780) 723-5725
Chamber of Email: anchorwk@telusplanet.net Association Commerce Chamber of Website: www.weeklyanchor.com Association
Alberta
Weekly Newspapers
Email: anchorwk@telusplanet.net
Website: www.weeklyanchor.com
Commerce
Shaylyn
Cassie
Sue Ann
Commerce Dana McArthur Sales Representative Kushniruk Brianne Benson Thornton
Writer
Common
Publisher/Owner
Reporter
Writer
Canadian Association
Canadian Association
of Journalists member of Journalists member
Cassie
Shaylyn
Dana McArthur Sue Ann Kushniruk Brianne Benson Thornton
Publisher/Owner Common Reporter Writer Writer
Canadian Association Sales Representative Canadian Association Dana McArthur Sue Ann Cassie Brianne Benson Shaylyn
of Journalists member of Journalists member Common Kushniruk Writer Thornton
Publisher/Owner Reporter Writer
Canadian Association Sales Representative Canadian Association
of Journalists member of Journalists member
