Opinion

The price of gas has more than tripled during my lifetime. But that's not even the incredible part. What I find difficult to believe is that throughout my years there have always been alternatives.

They may have a new look and a new name, but you can expect the same level of volunteerism and commitment when it comes to our marine search and rescue members, who have been keeping our waters safe for more than 150 years.

Editor: I am writing to add my name to the growing list of individuals who live on the Sunshine Coast and wish to make their voices known that, yes, we need a passenger-only ferry service. B.C.

The following letter was sent to Premier Christy Clark and copied to Coast Reporter.

Editor: If I was a criminal, I'd move to B.

Editor: Re: possible ferry service reductions (Coast Reporter, May 18). I am disheartened at the shortsightedness of this potential plan, and even more so by the lack of concern by the elected officials of Sechelt.

Editor: As an everyday bicycle commuter between Wilson Creek and Sechelt, and in honour of "Bike to Work" week, I would like to express both my appreciation and concern about the "completed" million dollar Highway 101 upgrade.

Editor: I have been following, or trying to follow, the discourse concerning the drafting of a bylaw designed to ban the use of particularly savage traps subjecting helpless creatures to protracted excruciating pain, injury and/or death.

Editor: To volunteer one's services and energy to the various charities and causes across our society is a noble endeavour.

Editor: In response to Alan Sirulnikoff's letter (Coast Reporter, May 18), I couldn't agree more. It probably doesn't matter whether Sunshine Coasters are being "ripped off," or whether the price of gas really is correctly charged.