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WEDNESDAY Ambleside Orchestra rehearses Wednesdays, 3: 15-5: 30 p.m. at Highlands United Church, 3255 Edgemont Blvd., North Vancouver. Intermediate level of musicianship required. Bring a music stand. Info: David, 604-922-1035.

Federation membership recognizes 15-year fight for learning disabled

West Van neighbours oppose planned density

GRADE 7 West Bay elementary student Qayam Devji was so inspired after attending TEDxKids@ BC last October, he decided to bring a similar event to his community.

Dear Editor: An act of kindness warms the heart and deserves to be recognized. Our friend dismounted from a bus on Feb. 26. He proceeded to walk up Lonsdale Avenue. Unfortunately he suffers from a balance problem and he stumbled and fell.

CITY of North Vancouver council is hoping it can persuade Port Metro Vancouver to do right by Moodyville residents and find a new route for its high-voltage transmission lines on the eve of a fateful decision by the port.

Compost Coaching: Free personalized, at-home support for using the Green Can or backyard composter. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, you're guaranteed to learn something new.

KIMBERLY Mara, a professional photographer from North Vancouver, was among the B.C. photographers honoured in the Annual Provincial Image Competition. Presented by the Professional Photographers of Canada - B.C.

Spring Break Book Buddies: A program that matches children from ages six to 10 with teen reading mentors will run until March 28 at Lynn Valley library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver.

As firefighters work to turn off the water, onlookers take photos of a fire hydrant fountaining water into the intersection of West 16th Street and Lonsdale Avenue Friday. Witnesses say a vehicle hit the hydrant. Scan the photos with Layar for video.