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Time Traveller: Day-tripping to Bowen Island with Captain Jack Cates

Time Traveller: Day-tripping to Bowen Island with Captain Jack Cates

Captain John Andrew “Jack” Cates formed the Terminal Steamship Company in 1902 in hopes of establishing Bowen Island as a thriving tourist resort
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Time Traveller: North Van's Nye sisters go for a swim in the 1920s

Time Traveller: North Van's Nye sisters go for a swim in the 1920s

Upon her death in 1997, Florence Mary "Mollie" Nye's long-time home was turned into a small community centre for Lynn Valley
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This hidden North Van bookstore holds Persian cultural treasures

This hidden North Van bookstore holds Persian cultural treasures

Tucked away on Lonsdale Avenue, Nima Library and Bookstore is a place where readers can discover a wide range of Persian books
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Time Traveller: Camping in a 'Teardrop' trailer in 1946

Time Traveller: Camping in a 'Teardrop' trailer in 1946

Camping exploded in popularity following the Second World War, in part because military supplies were repurposed to make gear such as these unique trailers
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North Vancouver sandwich shop specializes in Persian classics

North Vancouver sandwich shop specializes in Persian classics

Lonsdale Avenue’s Hidra Sandwich features “Dah-e Shasti,” a category of Persian food that holds a special place for the generation that was born in the 1980s
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Retirement home takes top spot in Best of the West culinary competition

Retirement home takes top spot in Best of the West culinary competition

PARC Retirement Living bested several high-end restaurants at the Harmony Arts Festival competition in West Vancouver with their sous vide lamb loin
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North Shore Streamkeepers use 'spider excavator' to restore salmon habitat

North Shore Streamkeepers use 'spider excavator' to restore salmon habitat

The rare machine does whatever a spider can, which will help Lynn Creek’s salmon.
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Carson Graham student outshines in World Scholar's Cup

Carson Graham student outshines in World Scholar's Cup

13-year-old Sloane Kinney, who was just crowned top Junior Scholar at the international event, is also in the running for the top spot at the Tournament of Champions this November
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North Vancouver business, law leader receives Order of B.C.

North Vancouver business, law leader receives Order of B.C.

Sue Paish recognized for trailblazing for women in the corporate world
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Lingerie designer Christine Morton celebrates 50 years in fine fashion

Lingerie designer Christine Morton celebrates 50 years in fine fashion

The West Vancouver designer’s silk pieces have adorned some of the world’s most famous women, including Elizabeth Taylor, Chrissy Teigen, Cher and Oprah
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