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Chickens, anyone?

Chickens, anyone?

The critters that just won’t go away — backyard chickens — are back on the District of Squamish’s plate, with a public hearing on an omnibus zoning amendment that would allow urban poultry in residential areas set for next Tuesday (May 6).
Elimination of house league not supported

Elimination of house league not supported

EDITOR, Recently the powers that be at the Squamish Youth Soccer Association (SYSA) made the decision to eliminate the house league for the senior kids U13 and above.
LNG proposal ‘concerning’

LNG proposal ‘concerning’

EDITOR, I settled in Squamish with my family in mid-2012. The decision was obvious: why commute to our playground from the city, when we could immerse our family in it? I haven’t regretted our decision yet.
Branding direction ‘a mistake’

Branding direction ‘a mistake’

EDITOR, I would like to express my dismay at the direction the community branding initiative has taken. Apparently we are now “The Adventure Capital of Canada” with the corresponding tagline “the world’s most epic adventures can be found right here.
Pipeline safety questioned

Pipeline safety questioned

Editor’s note: This is a letter to local MLA Jordan Sturdy. It was copied to The Chief for publication. I read with interest a recent item in the Pique re. the proposed Woodfibre LNG plant which quotes you: “...
Teachers seek ‘fair deal’

Teachers seek ‘fair deal’

EDITOR, Like all of you, Sea to Sky teachers only want the best for their students. You have likely seen or heard reports about current negotiations between our federation and the provincial government. The B.C.
The early spring garden

The early spring garden

Here's a peek into some early gardening tips
Local culture, heritage take centre stage

Local culture, heritage take centre stage

The Squamish Historical Society presents the 2014 Squamish Culture and Heritage Festival at Quest University on Friday (May 2)
Buried E.T. games dug up for documentary

Buried E.T. games dug up for documentary

Just a Though columnist Steven Hill gets out the shovel
LNG actions questioned

LNG actions questioned

Editor’s note: This letter was sent to Squamish’s mayor and council. It was copied to The Chief for publication. I attended the recent LNG Boom or Bust presentation at Quest University and was amazed at the turnout of like-minded citizens.
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