Opinion

Outdoor recreation We recently enjoyed a walk up to the Gibraltar Bluffs where we had not been for a year or more. The trail was in excellent condition and at the bluffs there were beautiful new picnic tables and benches.

by Murray Dobbin I wonder if people in Powell River know the City of Powell River is still pursuing a sewage co-treatment agreement with Catalyst Paper Corporation Powell River division? Citizens would be forgiven if they thought this scheme was dead

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It is something not often considered until the telltale acrid smell drifts through the house whispering of an electrical fire behind the walls, or a couch ignites after a cigarette rolls behind a cushion.

Problem no longer exists I am surprised to see that City of Powell River council is considering reversing its current policy of phasing out the flat tax portion of residential property taxes [Disparity shows in property assessment,” February 19].

by Peter McGuigan Residents of Powell River who live in the more modestly priced homes should take note that at a recent committee meeting their City of Powell River mayor Dave Formosa and councillor Debbie Dee spoke in favour of keeping Powell River

Ferry schedule BC Ferries’ sailings should be easy from Vancouver Island to Westview [“Ferries task force posts schedule,” February 19].

by Sheri Marino I am writing this viewpoint in regard to the state of our disabled in BC. Recently, a federal budget and provincial budget have been tabled and yet again there is no mention or help for our disabled.

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Out of 35 countries, Canada has the ninth highest rate of bullying among 13-year-olds. Almost half, 47 per cent, of all Canadian parents reported having a child who is suffering from bullying. Much of what goes on happens at school.