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Letter: ‘White cane’ stigma can be overwhelming

Letter: ‘White cane’ stigma can be overwhelming

Dear Editor, Re: “ Disabilities not always obvious to the public ,” Letters , Aug. 1. In response to S. Reimann’s letter, I share the concerns that were raised...that some disabilities are not always apparent.
Letter: Protests in support of gov’t that won’t let you protest — crazy

Letter: Protests in support of gov’t that won’t let you protest — crazy

Dear Editor, If we need any more proof that the world is crazy, we need to look no further than the pro-Chinese government protesters waving flags in support of the Chinese government’s battle against the citizens of Hong Kong.
Letter: Pedestrians get no respect in Richmond

Letter: Pedestrians get no respect in Richmond

Dear Editor, We have many examples of places in Richmond that treat pedestrians as second-class citizens. Two of the most glaring examples are McArthurGlen and the Richmond Night Market.
Column: Autumn gardening

Column: Autumn gardening

At this time of the year, I feel quite a bit like my flowers feel right now. I am out of energy. I am uninspired, just content to sit amongst my plants, who seem to be asking me to do something.
Hong Kong hot potato landing squarely in British Columbia’s lap

Hong Kong hot potato landing squarely in British Columbia’s lap

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau can’t afford to take his eye off the festering dispute with China
Column: Mission Accomplished, Again!

Column: Mission Accomplished, Again!

Mission Hill Family Estate has claimed the title of Canada’s Winery of the Year at the 2019 WineAlign National Wine Awards of Canada.
Editor's column: Eating through the politics in Richmond and beyond

Editor's column: Eating through the politics in Richmond and beyond

I was in Squamish in the middle of a grocery store aisle, picking up a few things for our camping trip, when I heard a young man behind me say to his friend, “Oh! Beyond Beef,” then pause to add, “...but not beyond packaging.
Column: Are you feeling connected?

Column: Are you feeling connected?

For a world that prides itself on its instant connectedness, we’re a sorry bunch of loners. Armed with our precious tablets and smartphones, we enter the ring alone, and exit alone. Often, there’s no winner.
Letter: Cats should be licenced in Richmond

Letter: Cats should be licenced in Richmond

Dear Editor, Re: “ No-kill cat shelter makes no sense ,” Letters , Aug. 8. “Letter writer’s comments ‘hurtful’ to animal society,” Letters , Aug. 1 While I agree with Mr.
Letter: Cannabis smoke in Richmond could kill

Letter: Cannabis smoke in Richmond could kill

Dear Editor, Re: “ Something stinks in Richmond ,” Letters , Aug. 8. I agree with J. Booth about the stench of cannabis/marijuana that invades our homes.