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It’s like a small-town newspaper, but with a better business model – one that serves the community, not some head office! 

I’ve been a journalist for more than 20 years, working at the Calgary Sun as a reporter / editor, and writing for weeklies in Alberta.

Why did I start The Phoenix?

Shortly after moving here a decade ago, I knew the lake, the weather and everything would be great – but it was the people (so friendly!) and attending local events that made me want to be part of Peachland. A short stint at the (now former) local newspaper cemented my love for this town – I met so many dedicated, interesting, generous, community-driven, positive people that when the job suddenly ended, I was determined to keep that energy going – by doing journalism my way, from the point of view of a local. I’m not the one with all the story ideas – many times, my subscribers let me know what’s up! It’s like a small-town newspaper, but with a better business model – one that serves the community, not some head office. Or a special interest group with money.

Your subscription to The Phoenix illustrates that professional, unbiased, quality information is still important. Our town is changing – be in the know!

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