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Ralph Steinman: the most recent Canadian Nobel Prize winner

Ralph Steinman: the most recent Canadian Nobel Prize winner

Way back in the 19th Century, I guess it was 1868, a student of physiology in Germany had prepared a microscope slide of interesting cells forming a network under human skin.
Bowen Islanders for Ferry Fairness: a response

Bowen Islanders for Ferry Fairness: a response

Dear editor, While it is always interesting to read other’s views of events, I wish to correct a statement that appeared in the Bowen Islanders for Ferry Fairness (BIFF) update on BC Ferries affairs in the Undercurrent of August 29th.
The Conservatives, the conversation, and the question of energy development

The Conservatives, the conversation, and the question of energy development

Dear Editor, In response to Eoin Finn’s “Weston vs West Van Council”, published August 21st, I appreciate Mr.
I’m hanging up my safety vest...

I’m hanging up my safety vest...

To the editor, I just wanted to thank the community and show how special our local spirit is: thank you everyone for the kindness you showed me when I was working at the recycling depot. You hugged me even when I was dirty.
Crafting our policies on Bowen’s Public Art

Crafting our policies on Bowen’s Public Art

Dear Editor, The Bowen Island Arts Council thanks artists Shane Tweten and Simon Daniel James, who were commissioned to co-create the sculpture Honoring the Spirit of the Flame.
Oh, this sad September

Oh, this sad September

September.
Beach babies

Beach babies

I’m one of those people who never see anything in a microscope. Others get to ooh! and ahh! at a speck of something I never get to observe.
In memory of Bob Clark

In memory of Bob Clark

Bob Clark passed away on Tuesday, August 19th, 2014 with his loving family by his side. Bob fought courageously and taught us about the true meaning of strength and perseverance. He will be deeply missed by all of us.
Surplus lands

Surplus lands

A little red, a little white and lots of poetry

A little red, a little white and lots of poetry

Dear Editor, Everyone waxed poetic at the August 9 wine tasting at the Bowen Beer & Wine Cellar, sponsored by the Bowen island Arts Council.