Letters

LETTER – The COVID-19 virus may be unavoidable but the stupidity is not

February 11, 2022 // 2 Comments

I have been astonished by the unexpected impact of the recent COVID infection. Among its consequences are thousands of deaths and an alarming number of people whose health [Continue]

LETTER – Choosing to live a life without COVID restrictions

February 10, 2022 // 0 Comments

I just read your latest grievance with the lifting of restrictions (As mandates begin to ease, a reminder – It ain’t over till it’s over). I am sitting in [Continue]

LETTER – From someone who loves the sound of the train whistles

February 9, 2022 // 1 Comment

Good evening Mr Rothenburger, thank you for all of your intelligent insights throughout the years. I would like to comment on today’s episode about the train whistles. [Continue]

LETTER – Truckers’ rights have to be balanced with responsibilities

February 2, 2022 // 3 Comments

Your column (No surprise that truckers lost control of the message) on the current protest in Ottawa is much appreciated. However, I have more to add. Our son lives in [Continue]

LETTER – A family connection with the historic cemetery at Marieval

January 10, 2022 // 1 Comment

Re: Editorial, ‘Let’s hope 2022 will tell us more about the missing children.’ An interesting tie I have to Marieval. My great grandfather, William [Continue]

LETTERS – Thank you to the Armchair Mayor and his Christmas sweater

December 25, 2021 // 0 Comments

How refreshing to have a celebrity express the real meaning of Christmas. I speak of the sweater you wore while giving your commentary on the Armchair Mayor. Thank you for [Continue]

LETTERS – Healthcare workers aren’t overworked, at least not in the North

December 21, 2021 // 4 Comments

Straight to the point. I disagree with health care workers claiming they are overworked; maybe a few facilities in the Lower Mainland. Overall, not in Northern B.C., [Continue]

LETTER – It’s no surprise that crime follows supportive-housing projects

December 16, 2021 // 4 Comments

Kamloops has transformed into a city with brazen criminal activity, a homeless population that has exploded, and regular infiltration of community neighbourhoods by [Continue]

LETTER – B.C.’s strategy on COVID needs a complete policy review

December 13, 2021 // 5 Comments

B.C. Premier John Horgan Dec 13, 2021 Request for comprehensive review of BC policies related to COVID-19 Dear Premier Horgan: As a three-term elected Kamloops [Continue]

LETTER – There was nothing anyone could do to change City Gardens project

December 9, 2021 // 1 Comment

Re: City Gardens project (Editorial – Heritage groups have failed us on downtown high-rises) I agree with everything you said but take exception to dissing the Kamloops [Continue]

LETTERS – There is no advocate for heritage in Kamloops

December 8, 2021 // 1 Comment

I agree with Mel Rothenburger about the loss of our heritage in Kamloops. But he should know that the Kamloops Heritage Commission and the Kamloops Museum are departments of [Continue]

LETTER – Placing TRU administrators on paid leave isn’t punitive

December 3, 2021 // 1 Comment

I thank you for taking the time to write about TRU’s current turmoil. I am emailing to correct a misrepresentation in your editorial. TRUFA wishes that the senior [Continue]

LETTER – Putting shelter so close to park raises neighbourhood concerns

December 1, 2021 // 1 Comment

There is definitely an air of discomfort and disbelief over the decision for putting a shelter so close to Westmount Park. At present, the users of the park include [Continue]

LETTER – Another story about an orphaned black bear cub

November 17, 2021 // 0 Comments

Greetings Mel. This in response to the orphaned cubs. I had one a few years ago and tried to get him into rehab. The Wildlife park didn’t want him as he was just a [Continue]