Opinion

Dear Editor, Bowen Islanders should be aware that municipal council is about to consider a proposal that would irrevocably change the character of the Snug Cove entrance to the island.

This week you’ll read about people who are pushing boundaries…from a freestyle skier, to a tile maker, to kids pushing their own skills to new levels in the film world.

Heading home after a long day at The Undercurrent office, I began noticing the type of arrow signs indicating film locations so ubiquitous around Vancouver. Smelling a story, I followed the string of film trucks heading south.

It has been more than 100 years since the newspaper headlines read “War Declared by All.” When World War One was declared there were street celebrations in many European cities.

Cartoonist Ron Woodall's take on this Sunday's Applefest in Davies Orchard.

I believe concerned citizens and town council are doing the right thing by deciding to clean up several issue in Deep Bay. I know about these problems first-hand because my partner and I live on Bowen and own a sailboat anchored there.

The only point missing from your excellent coverage of council’s unanimous approval to undertake the long-awaited clean-up of Mannion Bay was the unwavering support that our MP John Weston has given over the years to those tireless community members

Dear Mayor and Council: On behalf of the Friends of Mannion Bay, similar like-minded members of the community and tourists, I thank you for your unanimous support at Tuesday’s council meeting , by way of the resolution approving Bonny Brokenshire’s 5

I believe that this federal election is the most important in my lifetime.

In regards to the sailing that was cancelled on Saturday, September 26, I would like to provide a few details. The Queen of Capilano was running late due to busy traffic compounded by the paving project in the traffic staging area.