Opinion

For more than a century, “We’re going to the Pea-annee!” has been the delighted cry of children who don’t have the faintest idea what the Pacific National Exhibition is.

While our provincial politicians slumber (with several notable exceptions) on the summer barbecue circuit, our federal party leaders have been busy in this province.

It's always good to know the people you're dealing with, wouldn't you say? Especially if there's a dollar sign involved. Also if your personal well-being - basic air, water, protection from loud, hurtful explosions - are in the mix.

Dear Editor: At a TransLink workshop held in the Pinnacle Hotel some four years ago I suggested that we should provide fully enclosed shelters at the Phibbs bus exchange to provide protection against the cold, wind, rain and snow.

Dear Editor : The labor dispute between the teachers and the provincial government has really hit the nerves of parents, students and schools across B.C. If the two sides fail to settle their dispute by Friday, the schools will be shut beyond Sept.

Dear Editor: Re: North Vancouver Firefighters Sound the 9-1-1 Alarm, July 27. I truly hope Mrs. Strom is recovering comfortably after having fallen down a flight of stairs and suffered injuries.

Dear Editor: I cannot believe the complacency by which the North Shore residents and city councils appear to be accepting of the fact that the entire West Vancouver shoreline from Ambleside to Whytecliff and beyond is polluted.

Dear Editor: I am so appreciative of Trevor Lautens (June 20 column) recognizing the cavalier attitude of our present West Vancouver council concerning the intended desecration of our heritage Ferry Building, by tacking on an unnecessary blockhouse t

Dear Editor: Re: Off-leash signs raise hackles. Oh, please. If you want to go out and walk your dog, please take some courtesy and kindness with regard to other people and dogs and follow the rules.

Dear Editor: I wanted to thank you for your Aug. 17 editorial regarding the Vancouver Aquarium.