People build subways in hope more people will ride it, reader writes

Thanks for neighbour to making Christmas bright

To the editor,

A few weeks before Christmas, the Mirror printed a colour picture of a house that had been covered by lights, Christmas scenes and so on.

This house was decorated to raise money for the SickKids Foundation, and was on Benjamin Boake Trail.

My wife and I were determined to...

Think logically before making sweeping statements, reader writes

To the editor,

Re: 'Rich not paying fair share of taxes,' Letters.

The very contents of the letter by Kay Matthews argues against the case being made.

The letter mentions always hearing about the abuse of welfare cheques by the poor. The question is do all or even the majority of...

Parents need to teach their children right from wrong

To the editor,

Re: 'Motorists should look out for pedestrians,' Letters, Jan. 27.

At first glance reading W.E.Brown's response to the editorial, I thought his letter was an attempt at sarcasm. Continuing to read, I came to the conclusion this cannot be a responsible parent.

Yes...

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Pedestrians' manners deteriorating

To the editor:

Re: 'Motorists should look out for pedestrians,' Letters, Jan. 27.

I totally disagree with letter writer W.E. Brown.

I have been driving for years and have noticed the deterioration of pedestrians' manners or awareness while strolling around.

They do not look...

Scarborough subway an investment in the future: reader

To the editor,

The mayor is right. Toronto needs subways. Scarborough needs subways.

Residents of Scarborough understand Mayor Rob Ford's simple but clear vision of rapid transit. The subway is fast. It cuts down on our travelling time and improves our productivity. It attracts...

Take responsibility for your actions, safety

To the editor,

Re: 'Motorists should look out for pedestrians,' Letters, Jan. 27.

I entirely agree it's the motorist's responsibility to look out for pedestrians, even if they're crossing a busy road between crossings.

Recently, at about 8:30 p.m., I was turning right...

Restaurant staff also deserve time off, reader writes

To the editor:

Re: 'More time should be spent with family,' Letters, Jan. 6.

Letter writer Murray Hedges states how nice and quiet it was to spend a day with no shopping, while mentioning he met up with some people at a restaurant.

Apparently, restaurant staff are not as entitled...

Councillor turns back on constituents, claims reader

Open Letter to Etobcioke North Councillor Vincent Crisanti:

I am very disappointed that you did not support Josh Colle's amendment to put back millions of dollars worth of services back on the table at the recent budget vote. Clearly, his amendment restored some of the services that our...

Names of coffee sizes unnecessarily complicated

To the editor:

Re: Editorial cartoon about Tim Hortons changing its cup sizes, Jan. 20

Your cartoon about the new names (or sizes) for Tim Hortons' coffee makes light of the dilemma facing many coffee-drinking Torontonians. What size or name do they order to get the amount of coffee...

Reader applauds mayor's weight-loss goal

To the editor:

I applaud Mayor Rob Ford's vow to lose 50 pounds before June, as his current weight puts him in heart attack territory. I hope that the effort to achieve this goal leaves him a little time to address the deplorable condition of Islington subway station.

Derek Holloway

Pedestrians and motorists are jointly responsible

To the editor:

Re: Motorists should look out for pedestrians,' Letters, Jan. 27.

There are rules about the correct way to cross busy streets at the lights - one being not to start crossing when the red hand appears but most pedestrians choose to ignore the hand and the few seconds left to...

Riding public transit helps keep the weight off: reader

To the editor:

Weight loss is a common New Year's resolution.

I would suggest to all Torontonians to get moving the better way and start using public transit. Running to get the TTC is motivational, but keeps its riders fit and trim. A healthy fitness program keeps the pocketbook in shape...