Opinion

Editor: On Saturday, after hearing the weather forecast for rain, my husband set up a rain barrel.

Editor: With the summer drought upon us, there are remarks circulating that water being scarce is a new way of life, and that conservation and non-use are the keys.

Editor: I live in Roberts Creek surrounded by forest, and for the last three years I’ve had a growing concern about the threat of forest fires on the Coast. The fire in Sechelt brought some of those fears to reality.

Editor: The residents of Carlson Point are thankful for the tireless dedication of the united firefighting efforts of the SCRD, the Coastal Fire Centre, the Ontario firefighters, and firefighters who have come to us from other provinces, battling the

Editor: I needed to write a letter to all the residents of Sechelt and surrounding areas thanking you for your generous support of the firefighters working on the Old Mine Fire (V50256).

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Editor: In times of crisis we realize that we’re all connected and this is such a time. With a fire raging and people pushed out of their homes, it’s time for the community to pull together.

Editor: In a recent letter (“Woodfibre complies,” July 3) John French, Woodfibre LNG’s communications manager, said that the proposed Woodfibre LNG facility “absolutely complies in every way with the standards set out by SIGTTO.

Editor: A recent trip to a local auto parts supplier proved interesting. My request was simple: “How much will it cost to replace this worn windshield wiper blade?” The response: “I’ll have to get back to you on that.