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Raging pedestrians can take a hike

Raging pedestrians can take a hike

Dear Editor: Regarding recent story, Cyclist Beats Cyclist in Path Rage Incident (Oct. 28, North Shore News): I had my own encounter with path rage recently in West Vancouver.
What's in a naming contest?

What's in a naming contest?

Dear Editor: The following appears on the homepage of the District of North Vancouver website: "Welcome to the District's Street Naming Contest page! A number of new road connections will be introduced over the coming years in Lynn Valley, Lower Lynn
You said it

You said it

"The provincial government has structured B.C. Ferries so that it's a money-losing proposition. We're being asked to subsidize that ferry operation." Coun. Craig Cameron objects to a recent move by B.C.
Gateway will be a sight for soreheads

Gateway will be a sight for soreheads

Dear Editor: In response to your Oct. 19 story on the proposed development at 13th Street and Marine Drive (Plans Unveiled for WV's Gateway, North Shore News): I am a resident/ owner in the 1300-block in Ambleside.
Hard lesson

Hard lesson

A landmark ruling Friday by the Supreme Court of Canada is more than a victory for a North Vancouver family; it's a step forward for disadvantaged students across the country.
Green shoots

Green shoots

TWO news events this week cast in stark relief the folly of Canada's drug war.
A miserly ministry adds insult to injury

A miserly ministry adds insult to injury

IF anything could diminish the always poignant Remembrance Day, it's the reminder of how shabbily Ottawa treats its injured veterans. Like Daniel Scott. He was incredibly badly hurt on the job - soldiering.
Inquiring Reporter: Is it too early for Christmas decorations?

Inquiring Reporter: Is it too early for Christmas decorations?

Perhaps jumping the gun on the season this year, Shoppers Drug Mart stores had their decorations up and Christmas music blaring on Nov. 1.
On Dollarton path installation, district planners off track

On Dollarton path installation, district planners off track

Dear Editor: This week's cycling incident on Dollarton Highway was not a one-off accident, and was entirely preventable (The Road Ahead, Nov. 4, North Shore News).
Close to the wind

Close to the wind

THE spat between the District of West Vancouver and B.C. Ferries over the abrupt revaluation of the Horseshoe Bay terminal has exposed flawed thinking at two levels of government.