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North Vancouver RCMP have arrested a man they say is responsible for stealing two boxes of Remembrance Day poppies and donations intended to go to Canadian veterans. The first theft occurred at a Lonsdale Avenue drugstore at 9 p.m. on Nov.

Marley Grayson, 13, Seycove secondary school Art teacher: Michael Blake Favourite art: watercolour Favourite artist: Gordon Smith Her teacher writes: Marley incorporates art into all aspects of what she does.

Business owners on the 100-block of West First Street are crying out for the City of North Vancouver's help as the impacts of nearby condo construction are sapping them of parking and foot traffic.

Recently I read an article about running errands with kids. The premise was that you make it fun and comfortable for all. The author talked about preparing the children for the outing. Tell them where you are going and why.

Over the last two decades, Michel Ibrahime has equipped some 15,000 kids in 24 countries with soccer gear and his roster continues to grow.

Salmon species observed in two creeks for first time ever

With the growth of blogs and websites offering gardening information on the Internet, it seems everyone has a to-do list for the season.

Project still needs to raise money to start

North Vancouver Community Band meets Thursdays, 7:30-9:15 p.m. at Carson Graham secondary, 2145 Jones Ave., North Vancouver. All musicians are welcome to join this group which performs about 10 concerts a year. saxalamode@msn.

book buddies A new volunteer program for children in grades 1-8 and their parents to read to cats Monday through Friday, 3-4 p.m. at the West Vancouver SPCA shelter, 1020 Marine Dr. Staff are also accepting donations of gently used books.