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Let's hear it for the vuvuzelas

Let's hear it for the vuvuzelas

I am writing in response to your editorial the other day. I was appalled at the racist tone about the vuvuzela at the World Cup. As a South African I am very proud ofmy country to be hosting the World Cup.
Science not just some airy-fairy concept

Science not just some airy-fairy concept

Earlier this month, the Canadian Foundation for Innovation released the results of a survey on the attitudes of youth towards science. Perhaps not surprisingly, the results were not good for chemistry.
Camping with pets can be a rewarding experience

Camping with pets can be a rewarding experience

Kathi Travers Animal Tracks Summertime means time to load up the car and head for that camping trip in one of B.C.'s wondrous forests and lakes.
Hospital staff amazing

Hospital staff amazing

I am writing to commend the staff of the Prince George hospital after my recent stay there.
Parents need to take kids' bike riding more seriously

Parents need to take kids' bike riding more seriously

Summer has hit, and the letters to the editor about cyclists are coming in like crazy... Here's another one for you. My issue isn't with adult 'cyclists', it is with children on bikes.
New lease on life

New lease on life

I recently had a knee replacement done at Prince George Hospital and can't say enough about the excellent care I received during my stay. In these tough economic times the staff is working harder than ever.
Tip of the hat

Tip of the hat

A big thank you to all the people that put the Fathers' Day fun event at Wood Wheaton on Saturday. That was one great job you people did, everyone took great time with every kid. My kids will remember that for many years to come.
The past may repeat

The past may repeat

The past: In 1993 Brian Mulroney had become so unpopular among voters that it was clear he had to be replaced as party leader if the Progressive Conservatives were to have any chance of winning the next election.
Plants stolen

Plants stolen

I would like to direct this letter to the person who dug up the plants behind the cement block wall on my property along the Ridgeview Trail. I put those plants there for all trail users to enjoy. Now, obviously they will be for your sole enjoyment.
Time to uncork some summer wine refreshers

Time to uncork some summer wine refreshers

Kim Cabral By The Glass Wow, summer has indeed arrived and it's time to pop the cork on some summertime refreshers. Just in time for this season's enjoyment, I am featuring three new wines that I hope you will enjoy while relaxing in the sunshine.