Opinion

Editor: Re: Pedestrian struck in crosswalk, July 30 How many times do we see, read and hear about this happening? So much so that it goes in one ear and out the other. I just returned from seeing a beautiful 86-year-old lady lying in a trauma unit.

Editor: Re: Working for good of Delta, letter to the editor, July 23 I continue to be disappointed by the Liberal party's refusal to accept the will of the people of Delta South. We tried to have an MLA of the governing party represent us.

Editor: What exactly is going on with the South Fraser Perimeter Road? In the last month there have been no fewer than three container truck rollovers at the same right hand turn to change from Highway 91 connector to Highway 17 eastbound.

Editor: The three communities of Delta each have a very distinctive character that draws people, tourists, sightseers and marketers to these communities.

Editor: It is customary for a letter of thanks to appear after the Sun Festival Antique Fair, but this year extraordinary events have prompted me to write a an early thank you note.

Even a gas run to Point Roberts is enough to stir up the summer memories of yesteryear. My old beater work truck goes through the petrol in a big way so I find myself filling up at the Point weekly. I take Luna down with me which is quite fun.

Editor: I support the Village Walk development proposed for 47A Avenue. Provided it remains within the scheme/look of the village, it brings more livable options for those who are interested in downsizing or just starting out.

The notion that the Tour de Delta is a proving ground for cyclists on their way to the world stage certainly got a boost in France last weekend.

Editor: Re: Outdated info spurs fears, July 23 KRPI consultant Andrew Skotdal states that all the complaints have been resolved, except for a handful, and that those issues (prior to 2006), as far as the FCC was concerned, were appropriately and ulti

This summer I have become obsessed with pressure washing. For people who know me, this is pretty surprising. I am more of an inside worker. I look after the day to day cooking, cleaning, shopping and of course, the laundry.