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Art by Xwalacktun adorns West Van’s new firetruck

Art by Xwalacktun adorns West Van’s new firetruck

The new firetruck will go into service later this month, after extensive training for West Vancouver firefighters.
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Time Traveller: Sikh millworkers helped power B.C.'s timber industry in the early 1900s

Time Traveller: Sikh millworkers helped power B.C.'s timber industry in the early 1900s

Workforce was divided along racial lines, with 'non-white' workers given undesirable jobs
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'There is no money left in the bank': After 23 years, a North Shore diner bids a reluctant farewell

'There is no money left in the bank': After 23 years, a North Shore diner bids a reluctant farewell

"After 2.5 years of COVID-19, my cancer surgery and mandatory closures because of the pandemic, there is no money left in the bank," says the restaurant's chef-owner.
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North Van poet's book sales surge after TikToker's 'psychic' dream goes viral

North Van poet's book sales surge after TikToker's 'psychic' dream goes viral

Twenty years after its original run, a book by a North Vancouver poet is gaining popularity on TikTok.
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This database can help find the best-suited volunteering opportunity for you

This database can help find the best-suited volunteering opportunity for you

Volunteer North Shore Database connects public with nonprofit and charitable organizations in need of help
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Check out these stunning wildlife photos shot in a North Vancouver park

Check out these stunning wildlife photos shot in a North Vancouver park

Amateur photographer wants park users to realize how important and precious our green spaces are. 📷
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You can soon bring booze to these three West Vancouver parks

You can soon bring booze to these three West Vancouver parks

Pilsner in the picnic basket anyone?
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Three North Shore residents receive medals for outstanding citizenship

Three North Shore residents receive medals for outstanding citizenship

For their incredible efforts, these three North Shore residents are recognized with the Medal of Good Citizenship by the provincial government
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Time Traveller: This North Van car dealership sold 'the glamorous Dodge' and 'dashing DeSoto'

Time Traveller: This North Van car dealership sold 'the glamorous Dodge' and 'dashing DeSoto'

Everett Motors was one of several dealerships to set up shop at the corner of Lonsdale Avenue and West Third Street
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Maplewood Farm’s animals mow down on Save-On-Foods castoffs (and they love it!)

Maplewood Farm’s animals mow down on Save-On-Foods castoffs (and they love it!)

Millions of tonnes of food are wasted every year, but North Vancouver's farm animals don't mind imperfect produce at all.
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