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Political fix makes it a non-issue

Political fix makes it a non-issue

I guess nothing in these parts ever gets solved quickly and easily, but it's mystifying why we're still dealing with the radio towers issue.
Consequences are severe when public money isn't spent wisely

Consequences are severe when public money isn't spent wisely

An audit of the Portland Hotel Society revealed late last week that a significant amount of money had been spent inappropriately on limousines, expensive meals, luxury hotels and Disneyland vacations.
North Deltans eager to be represented by MP Findlay

North Deltans eager to be represented by MP Findlay

Editor: Re: Result not sure thing anymore, Murphy's Law, March 5 I read with great interest your editorial concerning the new boundaries for federal electoral districts.
Letter is beyond board's mandate

Letter is beyond board's mandate

Editor: I believe the letter written to Metro Vancouver signed by Delta school board chair Laura Dixon and superintendent Dianne Turner is in non-compliance with the School Act of B.C. and the oath of office.
Great afternoon

Great afternoon

Editor: Heartfelt thanks to Ladner Pioneer Library staff, program presenter Cynthia Sully and her volunteers for the entertaining Saturday afternoon of African drumming, singing, South African food, new books, prizes and inspiring words.
Local businesses are strong supporters of the community and its many events

Local businesses are strong supporters of the community and its many events

Editor: In your March 19 edition, I read with appreciation the letter that Kevin Ridley of The RunInn Delta wrote in a form of an advert.
Capitalism looks different under undemocratic regimes

Capitalism looks different under undemocratic regimes

Editor: Re: Capitalism thrives in undemocratic regimes, letter to the editor, March 14 My initial comment was rendered in the context of Delta council and Southlands and was in response to a writer who claimed that council's action with reference to
Canada-Korea Free Trade Agreement creating opportunities

Canada-Korea Free Trade Agreement creating opportunities

Our government has taken steps to open new markets and expand global trade opportunities for all Canadian businesses.
Tunnel can still be useful

Tunnel can still be useful

Editor: Build the new crossing, but retain the George Massey Tunnel for it can still be a useful crossing for many years to come.
Delta operation introducing LNG business that makes sense to all

Delta operation introducing LNG business that makes sense to all

Just north of us, along the Fraser River and next to several industrial facilities, sits a gas storage facility installed by B.C. Hydro's Gas division back in the '70s.