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Celebrating independence

Celebrating independence

As people from all generations filled the Avenida de la Americas on Aug. 6 to partake in the festivities commemorating the end of the Spanish dominion in Bolivia 185 years ago, political and social instabilities seem to have disappeared.
Critics troubled over B.C. drug review

Critics troubled over B.C. drug review

The provincial government's new drug review process could potentially include individuals with connections to the pharmaceutical industry in a move that has left critics troubled.
Preserving the season's bounty

Preserving the season's bounty

Dark, earthy, cool and full of the fruits of much labour, is how I remember the root cellar of my childhood home.
A warm welcome to Live at Squamish audiences

A warm welcome to Live at Squamish audiences

A warm, friendly Squamish welcome to all our visitors who will be in town this weekend to attend the Live at Squamish Festival at the Loggers Sports grounds and adjacent areas.
Art appreciation

Art appreciation

Editor, Downtown Squamish has put on its technicolour dreamcoat! I am thrilled to see the infusion of colour that has brightened our downtown streetscapes: lovely seasonal planters and hanging baskets, Billy's delicate paper lanterns and storefront d
A team effort

A team effort

After months of guessing the line-up, debating whether to go and wondering what this festival will actually bring to the community, Live at Squamish is upon us.
Time to rock

Time to rock

After months of guessing the line-up, debating whether to go and wondering what this festival will actually bring to the community, Live at Squamish is upon us.
FASD is everyone's problem

FASD is everyone's problem

On the ninth day of the ninth month (Sept. 9), communities around the world work to raise awareness of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Disorder, FASD. The chosen day hints that this is a problem related to pregnancy - it is.
Science fiction provides entertainment and insight

Science fiction provides entertainment and insight

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.
Stealth taxes far worse

Stealth taxes far worse

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.