Archive for December, 2008

Norco riders bring rare horses to Rose Parade

When The Shire Riders saddle up, passersby stop to gawk and ask questions — even in Norco where horses are a common sight.

Readers Write

Unable to find jobs in our bad economy, many would-be illegal aliens are choosing to stay home and some already here have returned to their country.

Readers Write

Unable to find jobs in our bad economy, many would-be illegal aliens are choosing to stay home and some already here have returned to their country.

Waiting list for New Year’s treat

KAPA’A – The waiting list was long at the Kapa’a Jodo Mission yesterday, as mochi is a hot seller this time of year.

Business expansion a highlight of 2008

In a year that saw change in local government and redevelopment on many fronts in and around Williamston, several news and sports stories stood out as noteworthy in 2008.

Business expansion a highlight of 2008

WILLIAMSTON – In a year that saw change in local government and redevelopment on many fronts in and around Williamston, several news and sports stories stood out as noteworthy in 2008.

Last week

Adeline Meersa wish to have Cowichana s first baby of 2009 came true Jan. 1. Daughter Cynthia Jim was born to Adeline Meers and Elmer Jim at 9:31 a.m. at Cowichan District Hospital after Adeline went into …

Before leaving office, a one-of-a-kind mayor reflects on 16 years leading the city he loves

Troutdale Mayor Paul Thalhofer gets into the Christmas spirit recently in downtown Troutdale, waving to people passing on the street.

Boxing Day reflection

It even has a little after it to indicate that this is not an American holiday, but one belonging to our Canadian neighbors.

Rove defeats Bush

Karl Rove wrote today in the Wall Street Journal about a contest he’s had with President Bush each of the past three years: Who can read the most books? Rove first topped Bush in 2006, beating him 110 to 95 …