Opinion

If readers were a bit surprised by our headline and story in last week’s paper about a one per cent levy added to New Westminster homeowners’ tax bills, they weren’t alone.

In response to Donald Dunbar’s and Geraldine Harder-Anderson’s recent letters, I would like to comment my experiences with reconciliation. I’m white; let’s just get that out of the way.

Some of the newer faces in B.C. politics emerged last week, and you should get used to seeing them and hearing from them for some time yet.

Dear Editor: I am a insulin-dependent diabetic who was helped during a low-blood sugar incident where I was in severe distress. A good Samaritan brought me to the McDonald’s on Sixth Street where the staff was sympathetic and helpful.

Dear Editor: I agree with Donald Dunbar, ‘Rethinking Judge Begbie, Letter, Record , Jan. 4. I understand according to history, the five men hung were “murderers,” not killing to defend themselves.

If the 2018 B.C. Assessment numbers have given you cause to celebrate your new millionaire status, don’t get too comfortable. That jump in property value is a lot like a paper moon.

Will the selling of marijuana in liquor stores result in poor health outcomes, higher health costs and more impaired driving? The answer, according to two credible and well-respected medical professionals, is a resounding “yes,” and it’s an answer th

Dear Editor: As a relatively new resident of New Westminster I have followed the discussion of Judge Begbie’s legacy with keen interest.

Dear Editor: The city should be commended for its focus and initiatives regarding sustainability and mitigating climate change impacts by reducing greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuel use.

Scrolling through the headlines of 2017 reminds us, yet again, of how important – no, make that vital – people are to the life of this city and this newspaper.