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Paramedic responds to ambulance criticism

Paramedic responds to ambulance criticism

Dear Editor: In response a letter to the editor "Ambulance service not a helpful one" by Carrie Elmes on Feb. 11. First, I would like to acknowledge how unfortunate that Mrs. Elmes was in this situation.
Ambulance service not a helpful one

Ambulance service not a helpful one

Dear Editor: On the night of Saturday, Jan. 4, I had to call 911. I was home alone with my 10-month-old twins, Mya and Marco, and suddenly got violently ill.
Heights neighbourhood is 'a rare gem'

Heights neighbourhood is 'a rare gem'

Dear Editor: In response to the Burnaby NOW article of Feb. 5 (Heights merchants wary of booming Brentwood), the Heights Merchants Association wished to offer a response and additional context. The association was at the Jan.
B.C. Liberals' arrogance sad, but not surprising

B.C. Liberals' arrogance sad, but not surprising

While it's not surprising, it certainly is disappointing that our provincial government would rather spend money on an arrogant quest to put those upstart teachers in their place than put it towards educating our children. Of course, the B.C.
Tragic lessons from teen's death

Tragic lessons from teen's death

Another utterly tragic episode involving life and death on a First Nations reserve has been uncovered by B.C.'s children representative, and her report is deeply disturbing.
Kinder Morgan president responds

Kinder Morgan president responds

Dear Editor: Re: Residents concerned about safety, value, Burnaby NOW, Feb. 7. Since announcing our intention to expand the Trans Mountain Pipeline in 2012, we have been committed to openly and honestly communicating about the project.
Heights more appealing than mega-mall

Heights more appealing than mega-mall

Dear Editor: Re: Heights merchants wary of booming Brentwood, Burnaby NOW, Feb. 5. Rest assured that once Brentwood becomes another Metrotown mayhem, I will be shopping more on the Heights to avoid the crowds and traffic.
Teacher tired of being 'insulted'

Teacher tired of being 'insulted'

Dear Editor: I continue to be insulted by the arrogance of the Ministry of Education and the current government. I have been a teacher since 1980, keeping informed and involved in the many years of "negotiations" with various governments.
Democracy? Not so much in Burnaby

Democracy? Not so much in Burnaby

Dear Editor: Re: Don't insult the city's electorate, Letters to the editor, Burnaby NOW, Jan. 29.
Yes, we should celebrate Family Day

Yes, we should celebrate Family Day

Dear Editor: Is the glass half-empty, or half-full? That is the central theme that jumps out from your editorial "Can B.C. really afford Family Day holiday" (Feb.