Home & Garden

HOME IDEAS: Paper lanterns shine a touch of elegance on your outdoor space

Barb Lunter / Contributing writer

July 12, 2018

When the warm weather is upon us, patios are the place to be. Hanging lights in trees is always a nice touch, but nothing beats the glow of a paper lantern to turn your ...

HOME IDEAS: Leave your mark with custom herb markers

June 28, 2018

 

The art of bonsai showcasing at North Van event this weekend

June 7, 2018

 

HOME IDEAS: Carpet tiles give your floor needed versatility

May 23, 2018

 

HOMES IDEAS: The writing's on the wall with dry erase paint

April 24, 2018

 

DESIGN IN NATURE: Think again about your lawn care choices

April 18, 2018

 

HOME IDEAS: Easter table setting a good way to celebrate spring arrival

March 28, 2018

 

DESIGN IN NATURE: Take a stroll and enjoy the blooms

March 21, 2018

 

HOME IDEAS: Put a cork in it!

March 13, 2018

 

North Shore residents encouraged to apply for neighbourhood grants

March 6, 2018

 

North Van mobile flower boutique sprouts up

March 6, 2018

 

HOME IDEAS: Open the door on no-fuss spring cleaning

February 28, 2018

 

DESIGN IN NATURE: ‘Hardy’ has a different meaning in today’s changing climate

February 15, 2018

 

HOME IDEAS: Give a guilt-free Valentine’s treat this year

February 9, 2018

THE EDIBLE GARDENER: February a good month to focus on dead, diseased and damaged branches

January 31, 2018

HOME IDEAS: Smart homes might be the smart choice

January 23, 2018

DESIGN IN NATURE: Boulevard obstacles add to traffic gridlock

January 19, 2018

HOME IDEAS: Simple reorganizing hacks can help fight disarray

January 13, 2018

Planning your garden patch can start now

January 2, 2018

Bright Lights

Brunch affair festival

North Shore News

August 13, 2018

The second annual Brunch Affair Food Festival took place at The Shipyards over the weekend of July 7-8, featuring brunch fare from a variety of local restaurants, food ...

Sports

Tennis stars compete at opening of Odlum Brown VanOpen tournament (PHOTOS)

North Shore News

August 11, 2018

It was opening day of the Odlum Brown VanOpen tennis tournament at Hollyburn Country Club in West Vancouver on Aug. 11. The U.S.'s Thai-Son Kwiatkowski (blue)and Henry Craig ...

Community

Shipped Festival celebrates North Vancouver Waterfront (PHOTOS)

North Shore News

August 11, 2018

Music, zip lines, food and more were all part of the inaugural Shipped Waterfront Festival held at North Vancouver's Shipyard District and Lonsdale Quay. The festival ...

Bright Lights

Darwin charity golf tournament

North Shore News

August 9, 2018

Darwin Construction hosted its 18th annual charity golf tournament at Seymour Golf & Country Club on June 22. More than 80 golfers took part in the Texas scramble-style event...

Community

Arts in Harmony in West Vancouver (PHOTOS)

North Shore News

August 4, 2018

The 2018 Harmony Arts Festival opened on Friday August 3rd with music, art, food and beautiful weather to kick off the ten daylong celebration of the arts situated along the ...

Bright Lights

Midsummer’s Eve fundraiser for diabetes research

North Shore News

August 3, 2018

The Polygon Gallery was the setting for a Midsummer’s Eve fundraiser benefiting diabetes research and programs in Canada on June 20. Presented by the Sandman Hotel Group and ...

Bright Lights

Lions Gate Rotary Club 40th anniversary

North Shore News

August 3, 2018

The Rotary Club of Lions Gate celebrated its 40th anniversary with a dinner and the instalment of new directors and officers, at the North Shore Winter Club on June 20. ...

Community

Students warm up for Camp Ignite

North Shore News

August 2, 2018

Camp Ignite participants Jillian Kitt and Megan Kampert were on hand at the District of North Vancouver Fire and Rescue's training centre Aug. 2 to get fitted for turnout ...

Community

Snowbirds fly over North Shore (PHOTOS)

North Shore News

August 1, 2018

The Canadian Forces Snowbirds 431 Air Demonstration Squadron gave North Shore residents a rare glimpse of their synchronized flying skills on the evening of Wednesday August ...

Community

Caribbean Days Festival at Waterfront Park (PHOTOS)

Photos by : Lisa King / North Shore News

July 31, 2018

The heat over the weekend created an extra authentic experience for the attendees, vendors and performers at the Caribbean Days Festival at Waterfront Park.

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