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THERE are reassuring signs that the way in which we can buy wine in this country are rapidly changing. In Manitoba, convenience will finally triumph when government-run Liquor Marts will soon open in Winnipeg Safeways.

BAROQUE CHRISTMAS: The Laudate Singers will be joined by a 13-piece baroque orchestra for a festive concert by candlelight Sunday, Dec. 9, 3 p.m. at St. Andrew's United Church, 1044 St. Georges Ave., North Vancouver. Admission: $35/$30/$15.

OUTSIDE of my trip to the veterinarian with Piper to get a fatty lump checked I haven't been to the vet with my dogs for a number of years.

Boisterous meeting hears four ideas for Plymouth replacement

If you have made a big effort on outdoor decorations this year, or you have enjoyed someone else's, please let us know. We will photograph some of the displays and share them and other addresses with our readers on Dec. 19.

'Town shrink' alleges Nation forced her out

THE Insurance Corporation of British Columbia is warning customers to be especially cautious when purchasing or importing vehicles from the U.S.

EMPIRE ESPLANADE 6 200 West Esplanade, North Vancouver 604-983-2762 Lincoln (PG) - Fri, Mon-Thur 6: 35, 9: 40; Sat-Sun 12: 20, 3: 30, 6: 35, 9: 40 p.m. Flight (14A) - Fri, Mon-Thur 6: 50, 9: 45; Sat-Sun 12: 50, 3: 45, 6: 50, 9: 45 p.m.

MP Weston backs up governor general in salute to new president

FINANCE Minister Mike de Jong should perhaps watch more of those competitive poker TV shows, because it looks like he's playing his budget hand all wrong right now.