Category Opinion & Editorial

Alternative therapies in cancer treatment

Dear Dr. Roach: I wonder why you never talk about holistic measures to prevent illnesses, such as cancer. I just read an article by an oncologist who said there are certain anti-cancer supplements that work, including vitamin D, magnolia extract and artichoke extract, all of…

Why my vote matters

HANNAH EDWARDS Erin Tierney/Community Submission Editor’s Note: Hannah Edwards, 12th grader at Creswell High School, recently won both the Creswell VFW local Voice of Democracy contest, and took home another at Districts. Edwards will be going to States to compete in January, and winners will…

College isn’t for everyone, lots of trade jobs to be had

What is the employment situation for the high school graduates today? There are many grads that don’t have the desire to go to school after 12 years of studying. They aren’t interested, financially able or even have a future occupation planned. There still are many…

There’s still time to help rebuild the carousel

Dear Editor: It is that time of year again for good cheer and giving. The time grows short to make a 2018 tax deductible charitable contribution to the Friends of the Cottage Grove Carousel restoration fund. Those who have been following the rebuilding of the…

Why I honor the American flag

CONNER COSTA Erin Tierney/The Creswell Chronicle Editor’s Note: Conner Costa, eighth grader at Lincoln Middle School in Cottage Grove, recently won the local VFW Patriot’s Pen contest, after writing this winning essay on why he honors the American flag. Costa read his speech at the…

10 gift ideas for the gardeners in your life

Photo provided Whether a gift giver who enjoys splurging or staying within a budget for the gift-giving season, Oregon State University Extension Service has everyone covered. Extension Service experts stepped up with ideas for the gardeners in everyone’s life. Their thoughtful suggestions range in price…

Letter to the Editor – Thank you, sir

I am fortunate to have retired Colonel Richard Heyman as a neighbor here in Creswell. I consider an iron-jawed icon of the American fighter pilots of yesteryear. Today he is enjoying his well-earned retirement with his beautiful English bride. During World War II, at the…