Opinion

I am a resident of the Highland neighbourhood (raised and now raising my own kids in a home that backs on to the field).

Yes we are on a countdown to the HST. Fine, Campbell, this new tax of yours will save me about $4,000 to $5,000 a year.

Meatloaf? Is this 1978? OK, I get it, Elton John is a legend! He is worthy of the attention and our money. But Meatloaf? Whoever is establishing what Prince George wants to listen to, is out of touch.

Vaughn Palmer In Victoria It has become a common ritual during Bill Barisoff's tenure as Speaker of the B.C. legislature. The New Democratic Party Opposition introduces a draft bill, translating party policy into legislation.

The ongoing catastrophic oil spill off the coast of the United States serves as a wake-up call about the path we are all headed down if our fossil fuel dependent and wasteful way of being carries on unabated.

Everyone loves things that reminds them of home, and more so for food. Whether it is candy bars or a special apple pie like granny used to make or maybe a fast food restaurant in a foreign country.

To the Southridge Neighbourhood On Tue., May 4 between the hours of 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. the following morning, in front of our house in the Upper St. Lawrence area, our black Dodge Ram Crew Cab was broken into and some personal items were stolen.

I would like to comment on the allegations reported in the paper that are un-proven and biased against this person. I personally know this person and would like to support him in every way possible.

Right Side Up Bruce Strachan Editor's note: This column was written before a coalition government was formed and took office in the U.K. ------ Pity the poor United Kingdom. The whole realm is in an electoral tizzy.

All Around Our Schools Today, Malaspina elementary school will be involved in a "writing celebration day." Malaspina has made it a school focus to enhance the writing skills and strategies of all its students.