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DESIGN IN NATURE: COVID-19 crisis has brought issue of food security and gardening into light

DESIGN IN NATURE: COVID-19 crisis has brought issue of food security and gardening into light

If anyone else is feeling anxious, stressed or fearful, I can relate, having felt all these emotions over the last little while.
Horseback-led parade celebrates staff, residents at West Van care home

Horseback-led parade celebrates staff, residents at West Van care home

A horseback-led parade rolled by a seniors care home in West Vancouver Friday night.
Dancing group hosts exercise class for quarantined residents of North Van care home (VIDEO)

Dancing group hosts exercise class for quarantined residents of North Van care home (VIDEO)

Donning large cowboy hats and even bigger and brighter attitudes, Susan Bock Smith and Judy Bjornson led a musical physical distancing exercise class for residents of the Amica Edgemont Village care home Tuesday morning.
North Shore libraries want you to recreate the covers of your favourite books

North Shore libraries want you to recreate the covers of your favourite books

You shouldn’t judge a book by its cover, but you can judge the cover of a book.
North Vancouver firefighters give kids a virtual tour of their station (VIDEO)

North Vancouver firefighters give kids a virtual tour of their station (VIDEO)

Firefighters from the North Vancouver City Fire Department have provided a fun and kid-friendly way to kill 10 minutes during the COVID quarantine era.
TIME TRAVELLER: Lions Gate Bridge workers in the 1930s didn't always wear safety equipment

TIME TRAVELLER: Lions Gate Bridge workers in the 1930s didn't always wear safety equipment

Since 1938 the Lions Gate Suspension Bridge has been a local icon. Construction of the bridge provided much-needed work at the tail end of the Great Depression.
Family gathers on street to celebrate West Vancouver veteran's 97th birthday

Family gathers on street to celebrate West Vancouver veteran's 97th birthday

For as long as Glen Harrison has lived with his wife in Horseshoe Bay, he’s loved sitting in his chair by the window and looking out at the bustling street and glimmering views of Howe Sound.
OLDER AND WISER: North Shore organizations stepping up to help seniors during COVID-19

OLDER AND WISER: North Shore organizations stepping up to help seniors during COVID-19

I hope everyone is keeping well and safe over these last few weeks. I also hope everyone has been vigilant about physical distancing, staying at home as much as possible, and of course, practising the hygiene suggestions for keeping COVID-19 at bay.
North Vancouver cyclist shares message about mental health during COVID-19

North Vancouver cyclist shares message about mental health during COVID-19

Self-isolation and physical distancing are crucial in the ongoing fight against COVID-19, but it’s also important to avoid becoming totally isolated.
National 'Takeout Day' encourages Canadians to support our foodservice industry

National 'Takeout Day' encourages Canadians to support our foodservice industry

Do your eating plan accordingly, and fit in a take-out or delivery meal to help keep the industry afloat