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Skateboarding at 40 is actually pretty fun

Maybe I can’t skate as good as I used to when I was younger, but that’s okay

Mar 1, 2025 8:55 AM Read more >

WESTNEAT: A reply from Canada: ‘We’re sorry, but apology not accepted’

‘Love it or leave it’ Americans did not disappoint, but Canada replies were the most interesting

Feb 19, 2025 9:30 AM Read more >

WESTNEAT: There’s not much to say, Canada, except: ‘Sorry’

Would it help, Canadians, if an American said he was embarrassed for America right now?

Feb 12, 2025 1:30 PM Read more >

Island Championships featured high stakes and high drama

Losses are a part of life and you can either learn from them or simply give up and quit

Feb 11, 2025 5:09 AM Read more >

My thoughts on the Campbell River wrestling tourney and more

The Campbell River Invitational wrestling tourney was a highlight of the season for me

Jan 24, 2025 5:10 AM Read more >

Comox Valley wrasslin' tourney was a fun way to spend a Sunday

Here's my thoughts on the Comox Valley wrestling tournament

Jan 14, 2025 5:10 AM Read more >

Telegraph Cove memories and a rockin' New Years Eve at the Gate House

I was in shock when I woke up early in the morning and saw all the heartbreaking posts on Facebook

Jan 3, 2025 5:10 AM Read more >

Put down your phone and make some New Year's resolutions

Life is what you make of it, and I’m tired of my phone having such a constant presence in my life

Dec 24, 2024 5:08 AM Read more >

Return of the eggnog: Another round of terrible Christmas movies

North Island Gazette editor Tyson Whitney watched these 'Christmas classics' so you don't have to

Dec 17, 2024 1:56 PM Read more >

I had a blast at the Nanaimo Novice wrestling tournament

I’m really pleased with the small team Paul Cagna and I have put together this season

Dec 4, 2024 5:10 AM Read more >