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Everyone wants to be an independent

Everyone wants to be an independent

It is perhaps ironic that even candidates who run under a party banner, often insist that their sole purpose in getting into office is to fight for wee New Westminster. We're never sure of what this exactly means.
The Record biased against Darcy

The Record biased against Darcy

Dear Editor: Re: Candidates all over the road on new bridge, The Record, May 3.
No need for prohibition

No need for prohibition

Dear Editor: Re: Legalization fight still on after smoke clears, The Record, April 26.
Roadwork the last straw

Roadwork the last straw

Dear Editor: When we decided to move to New Westminster, it was a decision to boost our quality of life: wonderful location with beautiful views, affordable (by Vancouver standards) housing, and a unique and trendy atmosphere.
Jane's Walk weekend a success

Jane's Walk weekend a success

Dear Editor: Re: Take the first step and join Jane's Walk, The Record, April 8. A huge thank you to everyone who helped make New Westminster's first Jane's Walk weekend a success.
Setting Liberal facts right

Setting Liberal facts right

Dear Editor: Just filling in some missing numbers at the April 24 all-candidates meeting in New Westminster.
Canada's 'hearing' problem

Canada's 'hearing' problem

Dear Editor: The inscription on the Peace Arch at the Canada/ U.S. border reads, "Children of a common mother" but although our British parent may be the same, our approaches to moving governments to action differs. The U.S.
Losing special folks hurts in a small city

Losing special folks hurts in a small city

There are plenty of reasons New Westminster residents cite for loving this relatively small city in the midst of much larger urban areas, but one that is regularly mentioned is the opportunity to get closer to neighbours, city leaders, and people who
Consider voting for 'none of the above'

Consider voting for 'none of the above'

I'm going to bang that drum again - the same drum I've been banging on during every major election for years. And I'm going to keep banging on it until someone listens - and hears.
'Boro also saying no to coal

'Boro also saying no to coal

Dear Editor: Much has been said about the Quayside campaign to say no to coal.