Whitehorse Daily Star: Letters Archive

Letters Archive

Is this what Yukoners do to each other? In the Star of March 31, you printed a letter from a Carcross man. In it, he complains about his culture being trivialized by the new resort being built there.
Premier's flippant words counter-productive' We were dismayed by Premier Dennis Fentie's comments supporting Alaska Gov. Frank Murkowski's recent announcement that he would open the Arctic Ocean just offshore of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge to oil drilling (Star, April 2).
PM should retire all senators Ed. note: this is a letter to Prime Minister Paul Martin.
Site isn't the place for a supermarket I am very concerned about the current application for a grocery store in Granger (Star, April 6).

Debit card? Not for me! The March 30th Star story on the crooked bank teller really is shocking. But I'm really not surprised.
Herschel fences need repair Thanks to Sarah Elizabeth Brown for the informative and interesting article regarding the noted partol to Herschel Island (Star, March 31).

Ditch this thieving, deceiving government! Just got back from a gun show, where I spent several hours browsing with the wife and a couple of the kids in tow. It was a most enjoyable afternoon.
The big issue eludes us In all the uproar over Richard Clarke's testimony to the 9/11 commission, I think we're missing the larger issue.
An offensive sellout of our culture The Four Mountains Resort has a website that says, ' A sacred place in a sacred land.'
Fair wages will be ensured Ed. note: this is a letter to Premier Dennis Fentie and Mayor Ernie Bourassa.

At least the United States stands against terrorists I am really surprised to hear that the Spanish people want to change their mind about supporting the United States on terrorism just because the terrorists blew up the trains and killed lots of innocent people and children.

- Uffish Thoughts DAWSON CITY A person could have gotten a serious case of whiplash trying to keep up with all the recent developments in Dawson City.
Releasing a fish can be a waste I'm writing this letter in response to the article in your March 24 paper concerning the revisions being proposed for fish slot limits.
History is repeating itself I was very proud of our people 20 years ago when we decided to vote no to the land claims offer of the day.
Program helps feed the poor Ed. note: this is a letter to the Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce. There is a new opportunity available to feed the poor of Whitehorse.
Please send me some postcards From the distant territories of Europe, I feel a great attraction and curiosity by those beautiful and interesting territories of Yukon and to know their landscapes and their inhabitants.

- A Few Words And now... a few words from Flo
Council makes us feel like trash I'm a senior citizen and a long-time taxpayer, not a public speaker. However, I believe I have a right to be heard on a subject (the anti-smoking bylaw) that will seriously impact my lifestyle.
We build a multiplex, yet cut busing Are our local political institutions any less arrogant than the federal Liberals? Let's have a look at some our current Yukon issues.
Deaths shocked, saddened me Ed. note: this is an open letter to Environment Minister Jim Kenyon. When I returned to the Yukon after an extended family visit, I was shocked and saddened to hear about the 10 wolves killed by your department.
May the judges hear our cry Our voices have been heard.
Roll back bylaw's schedule Ed. note: this is an open letter to Whitehorse city councillors.
The cadets contribute a lot The Royal Canadian Army Cadets are celebrating their 125th anniversary this year.

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