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Invasive Japanese beetle lands in Vancouver

Invasive Japanese beetle lands in Vancouver

Province orders city to spray 19.3 hectares of public land with larvacide in attempt to eradicate beetle before it spreads
MONEY MATTERS: Many Canadians rank money as greatest stress

MONEY MATTERS: Many Canadians rank money as greatest stress

Congratulations if you are among the six out of 10 Canadians who don’t rank money as their greatest stress, or among the half who have not lost sleep because of financial worries.
OLDER AND WISER: Transit key for North Shore seniors on the move

OLDER AND WISER: Transit key for North Shore seniors on the move

“Transportation for seniors is a complex problem and solving it will require many different solutions” stated Isobel Mackenzie, the provincial Seniors Advocate, in a recent press release about her office’s latest report on seniors transportation.
HOME IDEAS: Carpet tiles give your floor needed versatility

HOME IDEAS: Carpet tiles give your floor needed versatility

Environmental consciousness is definitely a priority these days, and it’s interesting to see how it’s spilling into the interior decorating realm. If you haven’t already heard of recycled carpet tiles, you may want to have a look at this product.
Thank goodness for attentive mothers

Thank goodness for attentive mothers

When I was pregnant with my first, I passed many a happy hour thinking about all the things I was going to teach my child someday.
Tropical inspired swimwear line heats up West Van boutique

Tropical inspired swimwear line heats up West Van boutique

Sisters and designer duo Cami and Robyn Rush, who are behind the Vancouver-based tropical inspired swimwear line Fenntessa, popped up at Kiss and Makeup in Ambleside on May 12 and 13.
Deep Cove designer puts clothes on vegan diet

Deep Cove designer puts clothes on vegan diet

Jessica Redditt’s favourite memory was visiting the public library and wandering into the history of fashion section.
CapU program propels prisoners forward

CapU program propels prisoners forward

A thirst for education set Wendy Bariteau free when she was behind bars. Bariteau always hated learning until it was presented to her in prison. “There’s a lot of idle time.
Westie Walk this weekend in West Van

Westie Walk this weekend in West Van

Joy Baggaley, Dale Parkinson and Wendy Turner encourage westie dog owners to attend the 23rd annual Westie Walk at Lighthouse Park in West Vancouver. The stroll is scheduled for Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to noon with admission by donation.
North Van health advocate finds common ground with rare disease

North Van health advocate finds common ground with rare disease

Some days Rosanne Queen has trouble swallowing due to her illness. But right now she’s content to speak up.