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? Owls of the World, by Heimo Mikkola (Firefly Books, 512 pages) $49.95 THEY are one of the most recognizable birds in the world. They exude a sense of mystery and wisdom that extends beyond natural history and into literature.

THE first torrential rains of fall created several mini lakes on North Shore roads over the weekend, including this one at Pemberton Avenue and First Street in North Vancouver on Saturday.

THREE suspected drug dealers are facing criminal charges after a 14-month police investigation ended in their arrest last week.

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Gate Sales: Loutet Farm will sell fresh farm produce Saturdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. until Oct. 27 at East 14th Street and Rufus Avenue, North Vancouver. Rain or shine. Info: ediblegardenproject.com. A Dried Flower Sale will take place Oct.

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Ambleside Orchestra rehearses Wednesdays, 3: 155: 30 p.m. at Highlands United Church, 3255 Edgemont Blvd., North Vancouver. Intermediate level of musicianship required. Bring a music stand. Info: David, 604-9221035.

Four Lower Mainland residences designed with seniors' needs in mind

TWO years ago I approached the North Shore News with an offer to answer any question sent in by you if the editor agreed to publish the questions and answers in a column.