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Resilient Spetifores are a big part of Delta's farm history

Resilient Spetifores are a big part of Delta's farm history

There is a parcel of land in South Delta that has been the subject of much public discussion and political debate locally, at the GVRD (now Metro Vancouver) and provincially. As they say, "time flies" and 40 years have slipped by without a solution.
Don't pass up opportunity Southlands plan presents

Don't pass up opportunity Southlands plan presents

Editor: I am writing in support of Century Group's proposal for the Southlands. I feel very strongly that Sean Hodgins' ideas are innovative, creative and a positive step forward for Tsawwassen.
Delta urged to preserve a green Paterson Park

Delta urged to preserve a green Paterson Park

Editor: On behalf of the Fraser Valley Conservation Coalition, I write about the future of Paterson Park and to urge Delta council to take whatever steps are necessary to preserve this important piece of green space.
Southlands plan is bad for the community

Southlands plan is bad for the community

Editor: Re: Southlands plan is good for the community, letter to the editor, June 15 Well, I disagree with his comments. I think the Southlands plan is bad for community.
More than land needs preserving

More than land needs preserving

It's important to preserve the farms, but they're not of much use without the farmers. Last Saturday's rally at Ladner's Magee Park was attended by a couple hundred well-intentioned people.
Much support for Ellyana's Crew

Much support for Ellyana's Crew

Editor: Ellyana Nugent and her family would like to extend a very big thank you to the communities of Ladner and Tsawwassen for the contributions that we received for the pub night held on May 26.
Southlands fight only stopping more voices

Southlands fight only stopping more voices

EDITOR: For literally decades Tsawwassen residents have successfully stonewalled any development of the Southlands. It has been their apparent intent to prevent any plebeian usurpation of their perceived lifestyle and privilege.
Tech addiction leads to sedentary lives

Tech addiction leads to sedentary lives

Editor: Never mind: "How do we help people eat better?" When technology addiction takes over our increasingly sedentary lives, less physical activity is required on a daily basis.
Future leaders display their talents

Future leaders display their talents

Editor: I recently had the privilege of attending the review parade for the 828 Hurricane Air Cadet Squadron. What a joy to see such smartly dressed young people present their many talents to the reviewing officer and the audience.
Rally important enough to get reluctant protester on board

Rally important enough to get reluctant protester on board

I'm a reluctant protester. It's true. A childhood spent being dragged to every peace march and picket line between Vancouver and Surrey left me a little more selective as an adult.