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Postal workers sound off

Postal workers sound off

Editor's note: This is a letter to Squamish's mayor and council. It was forwarded to The Chief for publication. In January, Canada Post informed us they are considering downsizing the post office on 38064 Cleveland Ave.
Bye-bye Mr. Mom

Bye-bye Mr. Mom

There's a new kind of dad in town cue the tumbleweeds and low whistling that instantly makes you think old Hollywood western. This dad may not have the swagger of Clint Eastwood, but he's as original as Dirty Harry.
Rebel with a Cause

Rebel with a Cause

I remember CBC radio personality Bill Richardson saying, when he came to Squamish for a public library fundraiser, he felt public libraries and public schools were the two most important institutions that we have to protect our democracy, because the
What do you think?

What do you think?

Council is in the midst of budget discussions. We have had a great deal of reports and information that clearly outlines our infrastructure deficit.
Senatorial thoughts

Senatorial thoughts

EDITOR, Any consideration on the Senate must ask what's it for ("The Senate and other 'excesses,'" Moving Planets, Chief, March 7). The answer to that is whatever one's imagination gives, for there is nothing clearly designated.
Clarification

Clarification

EDITOR, We were very sorry to read about the house fire on Fifth Avenue (Fire damages downtown Squamish home, March 7) and are pleased no one was hurt in it.
Don't feed the wildlife

Don't feed the wildlife

EDITOR, Just how does that expression go involving paving roads with good intentions...? I never cease to be amazed at what people consider to be environmentally responsible behaviour.
Gondola process flawed

Gondola process flawed

EDITOR, The recent approval of the gondola project, and start of construction, was a disappointment for all those who love the Stawamus Chief, and provincial parks.
Referendum sought

Referendum sought

Editor's note: This is a letter Squamish mayor and council. It was copied to The Chief for publication. Squamish currently faces a 12 per cent tax increase, which will apparently only be eased this year by spending valuable contingency funds.
Celebrate your potential

Celebrate your potential

Power often conjures up negative thoughts and associations. When used appropriately, it has the ability to positively effect change. Power is the potential you have to get things done or make things happen.