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Claire Nielsen: Media violence and our children's long-term exposure

Claire Nielsen: Media violence and our children's long-term exposure

"The parents of my generation did not realize the negative impact that media and gaming violence would have on our children’s mental health," writes columnist Claire Nielsen.
How this local company empowers independent living and accessibility in the North Shore

How this local company empowers independent living and accessibility in the North Shore

With innovative products, technology-driven solutions and personalized support, HME Home Health helps residents live comfortably and independently
Claire Nielsen: Start your day with a smoothie

Claire Nielsen: Start your day with a smoothie

Columnist offers readers her smoothie recipe.
Garden to table: Make plenty of minestrone with whatever comes to mind

Garden to table: Make plenty of minestrone with whatever comes to mind

West Vancouver permaculturist Laura Marie Neubert gives guidance on how to make a beautiful minestrone this soup season
Claire Nielsen: Raising teens to 'let be and let go'

Claire Nielsen: Raising teens to 'let be and let go'

It is up to us to accept the lessons and give up what we used to know, and heal any generational traumas or dysfunctional parenting styles.
Claire Nielsen: Coping with teen rebellion — take nothing personally

Claire Nielsen: Coping with teen rebellion — take nothing personally

All we can do is our best with an open heart and understanding ears.
Claire Nielsen: The role of the gall bladder in our bodies

Claire Nielsen: The role of the gall bladder in our bodies

Struggling with digestion? It could be your gallbladder.
Column: B.C. election candidates must prioritize watershed security to reduce flood risk

Column: B.C. election candidates must prioritize watershed security to reduce flood risk

The next government should commit to a three-fold plan that restores healthy floodplains in the Lower Mainland, the writers of this editorial suggest.
Is your child ready for their first cellphone this year? Here's what experts say

Is your child ready for their first cellphone this year? Here's what experts say

Spokeo analyzed phone ownership rates among children and heard from child development experts on determining cellphone readiness.
Garden to table: native highbrush cranberry is a national treasure

Garden to table: native highbrush cranberry is a national treasure

The fruit is very high in antioxidant phytonutrients like anthocyanin, which gives the berries their beautiful, hand-staining colour