Opinion

Until recently, I've always had to make excuses for being an avid video gamer. I mean, let's face it: Telling someone you're into video games rates slightly lower on the cool scale than saying you collect stamps or still sleep with "Teddy.

Editor's note: This letter was sent to Robin Arthurs, general manager of corporate services with the District of Squamish, as well as Squamish's mayor and council. It was copied to The Chief for publication. Thank you for your letter dated Sept.

The past few weeks have been absolutely glorious. Perhaps this extended summer is making up for the cool days of July.

At the end of an address to the Squamish Chamber of Commerce's monthly luncheon this week, local MLA Joan McIntyre issued a challenge to local business leaders by asking three questions: What are the best opportunities in the Sea to Sky Corridor to c

Just in case anyone was unaware, there's a job opening down at city hall.

EDITOR, While driving to work this morning I heard CBC mention that Lions Bay was trying to privatize or limit access to the beachfront there to residents only.

A good turnout is expected for the first annual Multi-Faith Celebration at St. John's Anglican Church tomorrow (Sept. 24) at 6 p.m. If interested in attending, please call (604) 898-5100 to see if there is space still available.

EDITOR, Re. "HST 'a vote of non-confidence," Letters, Chief, Sept. 9. Wolfgang, total nonsense! You must stick to reality and facts before shooting from the hip like the NDP and Jim Sinclair. Christy Clark does not have to call a provincial election.

EDITOR, I know Squamish is filling up with urban neurotics and their pets but they should know that the EPA and many state and local agencies are learning and reporting on the dangers and effects of dog waste on waterways.

EDITOR, Seven-thirty p.m., Friday night, location: backyard patio. Ruth and I were summarizing each other's events of the day over a glass of Sandhill Chard when all of a sudden a very loud command hollered across from our neighbour's yard.