By Carrie Besko. While avidly following the current development in regards to the proposed housing project in Abbotsford BC I was fortunate to be able to discuss the topic with…
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By Dale Klippenstein. It has been many years since my involvement with the Abbotsford Downtown Business Association (ADBA), but in my day I stepped forward to let my name stand…
By Jesse Wegenast. My name is Jesse Wegenast, and I am a pastor at The 5 and 2 Ministries. Earlier today, myself and Ward Draper (also with The 5 and…
Dear Editor. It is, indeed, unfortunate that Abbotsford Downtown Business Association (ADBA) chose not to hire a copy-editor to polish its petition. Not everyone has good writing skills, and whoever…
While the usual anti-homeless, anti poor invective that fills the letters pages in Abbotsford on any given week continues unabated, Abbotsford’s municipal politicians would do well to pay attention to…
From Food For Thought. Our customers have told us that when they walk into the store they feel instantly at ease and enjoy basking in the pleasant aroma that fills…
By James Breckenridge. I didn’t consider the use of chicken manure by the City of Abbotsford against the homeless as a challenge to see who could behave in the most…
By Carrie Besko. If you are a business owner, you know that “keeping up appearances” is very important. You take pride in your work and achievements and do your best…
By Mike Archer. For those not interested in reading a full discussion of the ADBA’s opposition to ACE’s proposal for a homeless shelter I’ve presented my conclusion first. If you…
By Vince Dimanno. Mike and I are weighing in heavily on this issue [It’s Complicated] and that should tell you how important it is. Mike ended his column by saying…