Letters

Letter to the Editor Dear Editor, Larry Miller seems to have trouble wrapping his lips around the “g” word. How else to explain the curious omission of any reference to the LGBT identity of those “targeted specifically” by the homophobic killer, in Miller’s lengthy letter of June 20? But he does get his Islamophobia front and centre, recycling Republican attacks on Barack...

Letter to the Editor Dear Sir, In your 3 Rs... Rants, Raves & Rumours column in your April 6 print edition of The Meaford Independent you remarked on some of the reprehensible aspects of the practices of the corporate grocery chain industry. Unfortunately we in Canada lack the wherewithal to confront the numerous abuses encountered daily when shopping for groceries. A glance...

Letter to the Editor Dear Editor, We were all very saddened to hear of the brutal attack on a night club recently in Orlando, Florida. There has been an outpouring of support for the victims and their families and our thoughts and prayers are certainly with them at this time. This shooting very clearly demonstrated the height of intolerance as the Pulse...

Letter to the Editor Editor, Yes... It is sad that some jobs may be lost... Though I suspect that good workers will be offered jobs in the area so 20 lost jobs may not be the final tally. Yes... It is sad that people in the downtown core may have to take a taxi or drive to other stores... This adds to...

Letter to the Editor Editor, The news of the downtown FOODLAND store closing in August is devastating to all residents who have chosen to live in this beautiful town where they are able to do their shopping LOCALLY and without use of motorized vehicles. It must be obvious to corporate SOBEYS and our Town politicians that seniors and handicapped customers make...

Letter to the Editor Dear Editor, I was very surprised and saddened to read your article regarding the IGA (now Foodland) closing. This is particularly distressing not only for the points raised in your article, but also for the community as a whole. Aside from the loss of twenty jobs, I think also most worrisome is the loss to the many downtown...

Letter to the Editor Editor, On behalf of our entire family, we would like to express our sincere thanks to all those who assisted us on April 23rd, and the days following. To the First Responders – the O.P.P., the Paramedics, and the Meaford Hospital staff. Your professionalism, caring, understanding, compassion and genuine concern for our well-being was so appreciated. You do...

Letter to the Editor The family of the late Harry Yeadell wish to thank everyone for condolences, food, cards and phone calls at this time of sorrow. Sincerely, Ann Yeadell and family Meaford

Editor, As you so rightly pointed out, the recent report from Ainley Consulting regarding our crumbling bridges is not a surprise. In 2011 we were advised that $20 million was needed over ten years, and that there was an immediate necessity to address some bridges within two years for $1.1 million. The three current Council members that sat on this 2011...

Letter to the Editor Dear Editor, Prevention and identification of Elder Abuse is an ongoing topic of concern in our society. One particular potent TV ad shows a younger male, possibly her son, accosting an older woman on the street and taking money out of her purse. Showing financial abuse and total lack of respect by her offspring. There are many kinds of...