Letters to the Editor

OxyContin’s reign of terror in?Ontario’s North is coming to an end. But the transition period could be a rough and rocky road for those hooked on the opiate.

To the editor: Whether or not you support the cause to keep our Centennial Botanical Conservatory open, an issue has come to light with regards to how our city administartion conducts itself that all citizens of Thunder Bay should be concerned about.

To the editor: Why doesn't the city drive smaller vehicles? The mayor is suggesting the city get gas at the reserve? Give me a break. What is he smoking? Brenda Throton, Thunder Bay

To the editor: Electric power is a challenge in the Northwest. A CANDU plant is the answer. Its siting can become the discussion. Not whether, but where. Dick Sigel, Knife River, Minn.

To the editor: Where has this so-called city manager come from? Why is he in Thunder Bay? Maybe it's time for him to move on from Thunder Bay too.

To the editor: Once again poor planning by city management more concerned with transferring city funds into the pockets of the local construction industry has reared up in the faces of city council.

To the editor: Last night a friend of mine saw a wolf come out of a yard on Leslie Avenue between Morse and Marion streets. She followed the wolf down Marion Street. It crossed Hodder Avenue and went into the bush behind the fire station.

Crime in our community in Thunder Bay is something we can all agree needs the close attention of politicians, police, businesses and neighbourhoods.

To the editor: I just received my water bill in todays mail and it is a good thing that I was sitting down when I opened it....the total bill for the past 92 days is $161.90 and here is the breakdown of the billing below: 1. Volumetric Charge $42.

To the editor: I am disappointed, but not surprised, by the small-mindedness of the both the City of Thunder Bay’s council and the population of the city itself.