Opinion

Bike lanes required for safety On September 6, while walking on the sidewalk along Joyce Avenue near the old Max Cameron School, I was knocked down from behind by a boy riding his bike [“Event encourages commuters to pedal,” May 25].

By Sandy McCormick While pleasure boating off the shore of Powell River recently, I couldn’t help but notice the biggest eyesore along the otherwise beautiful coast, Catalyst Paper Corporation’s Powell River mill.

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City of Powell River councillors have heard answers to questions they posed about joint treatment. In July, council chose phased consolidated treatment as the preferred option for treating the city’s liquid waste.

by Angela Mulgrew The use of money is the use of money. Money purchases things—goods and services. Money gives us independence and strengthens our sense of self worth and esteem, at least while we have it in sufficient quantities.

No to smart meters This week I received a notice from BC Hydro that it will be installing a smart meter—actually I think it is a dumb meter—on my property [“Smart meters,” January 21].

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Powell Riverites had an opportunity last week to gather and collectively express their concerns with escalating fares and the services of BC Ferries, an opportunity not missed by many.

Driving tests unfair Premier, Gordon Campbell gave 850 hospital employees their notice on December 7 for a Christmas present. Since then he has delivered his lowest blow, getting 80-year-olds off the road [“Tests come closer,” July 27].