Opinion

Most of us have a favourite kind of novel. Over the Squamish Public Library's counter, I see on average more detective/murder mysteries and romances taken out than any other types of fiction.

Editor, I understand and deeply respect the views of our anti-HST movement. However, I also respectfully disagree. Income tax is far more evil than sales taxes.

In Canada, a refugee is defined as "a person who has had to flee his or her country because of a well-founded fear of persecution and has been given protection by the Government of Canada.

Last year, British Columbia Lottery Corp. president and chief executive officer Michael Graydon told reporters the firm had revamped its responsible gaming program, in part, because it was too "Big Brother-y.

This month, the District of Squamish discovered its underground infrastructure is leaking. It's not overly surprising some repairs would be needed given how old some of these pipes are.

The key to composting in bear country can be summed up in two words: odour free - if your compost smells it will attract bears. As composting gains popularity within our community, here are some helpful tips on how to keep bears out of your compost.

This letter was sent to Prime Minister Stephen Harper and copied to The Chief for publication. I have been directly involved in the shipbuilding industry in Canada for nearly 30 years.

Editor, I am writing in response to the "Mining museum adopts Britannia's name" article in theAug. 20, edition of the Squamish Chief newspaper.

There have been significant advances in the treatment of HIV/AIDS over the past 20 years. So much so that being diagnosed HIV-positive is no longer a guaranteed death sentence.

Story: After our stay in France, we headed to Rome, staying in medieval Trastevere with its tiny winding cobblestone streets and cafés everywhere.