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Creating a rich story

Creating a rich story

I don't often take my children shopping with me. There's a multitude of reasons for this, not the least of which is the whining that ensues when either one of my girls finds something she wants me to buy and I say no.
HSSS students feeling the pinch

HSSS students feeling the pinch

Students in Squamish are finally feeling the impact of what has been, until recently, a relatively benign strike action.
Spring BBQ tickets going fast

Spring BBQ tickets going fast

Many people suffer from allergies and for those who would like more information on this subject, the Lunch and Learn Series at the Shannon Falls Retirement Residence at 38225 Third Ave. on Wednesday (May 23) focuses on allergy solutions.
Gondola supported

Gondola supported

EDITOR, The Sea to Sky Gondola will be a good thing for Squamish and the Chief. The lift line will pass through Stawamus Chief Provincial Park over terrain that sees almost no user activity and is hardly visible from the Chief.
Impacts merit intensive analysis

Impacts merit intensive analysis

EDITOR, I vigorously oppose the proposed Sea to Sky Gondola.
Haunted by the HST

Haunted by the HST

Kevin Falcon held his nose and introduced the B.C.
Sizing up the contenders

Sizing up the contenders

As all-candidates' meetings go, the recent gathering at the Eagle Eye Theatre was reminiscent of Goldilocks' porridge: a restrained sort of affair, not too hot and not too cold. Independent candidate Jon Johnson is in the high-end camera business.
Gym an 'exorbitant pipe dream'

Gym an 'exorbitant pipe dream'

Editor's note: This is a letter that was sent to Squamish mayor and council. It was copied to The Chief for publication. After reading the figures for the proposed fitness centre I am doubly flabbergasted.
Stealth legislation

Stealth legislation

Ever notice how many important and potentially controversial pieces of legislation are first brought to the public's attention as riders, or perhaps in the fine print, of much larger bills? For example, in 2003, the Campbell government brought in Bil
Keeping up with the times

Keeping up with the times

Downtown Squamish is stuck in a time warp. On the west side of town, hours tick away in a matters of minutes. Getting out of bed, brushing my teeth and eating breakfast can take up a sixth of the day.
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