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Busker takes city bylaw to court

Crooner claims 'no amp' rule denies her freedom of expression

Queensbury rules

After spending years toiling in other people's kitchens, chef Erik Smith (pictured) says his eczema was at its worst. He taped socks to his hands before going to sleep in order to prevent what he called "psychosis fits" of scratching.

Irradiation and the fight against food bacteria

Shannon Lambie had never planted garlic before. So when she asked what she thought was a simple question, she got an answer that surprised her.

More questions from readers

MY recent series of columns about cutting the cable cord to your TV in favour of Internet-based content generated a lot of responses from readers. Last week we got to the first batch. Here, we tackle more.

Ruling derails pot bust

TWO men who were stopped driving away from a West Vancouver grow-op with more than eight kilograms of marijuana in their car have had their case tossed out after a judge ruled police violated their rights to get the evidence.

Red Nose needs drivers

T'S that magical time of year when reindeer learn to fly and mid-sized sedans sprout antlers while a bright red nose blooms on the grille.

kids' stuff

Playday at Delbrook: A parent and tot facilitator-led social time Tuesdays, 10: 15 a.m.-12: 15 p.m. at Delbrook Community Centre, 600 West Queens Rd., North Vancouver.

Introducing the SPA493

t has been 25 years in the making, but apple lovers have a new variety to sink their teeth into. I The new apple variety, named Salish, was introduced at UBC's annual apple festival in early October.

Little price difference found between grocery stores and farmers' markets

A recent press release from the B.C. Association of Farmers' Markets notes that a study by Seattle University between 2003-2011 found organic fruits and vegetables in season are either cheaper or of equal value at a farmers' market. The B.C.

Recycling for humanity

Habitat opens a ReStore on North Shore