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TRAVELLERS that rely on B.C. Ferries are applauding a move by the province to put more money into the ferry system and make the corporation more responsive to public concerns.

A North Vancouver man has been found guilty of first-degree murder for killing a fellow drug dealer with an axe after kidnapping him. B.C.

A provincial conservation officer is voicing frustration with North Vancouverites after two bears had to be killed here in the space of a week because residents had failed to heed warnings about garbage. Dave Cox, a member of the B.C.

A B.C. Supreme Court judge has ordered the Teamsters Union local 31 to pay $25,000 to the Greater Vancouver Food Bank as punishment for ignoring a court order during a labour dispute in North Vancouver last year.

GET Mom's day off to a great start by taking her to brunch. On the North Shore, Rockford Grill is introducing a brand new brunch menu just in time to fête mom. The roster of dishes includes roasted salmon hash, made with wild B.C.

Art Exhibit: The Bellevue Gallery will host a fundraising auction for Chelsea House preschool Thursday, May 10, 7-10 p.m. at 2475 Bellevue Ave., West Vancouver. The artwork is by children from the preschool.

CANADA is a great country to live in if you're expecting a baby. Here we have access to an adequate diet, medical care and proper pre-and post-natal care. Last year it is estimated there were more than 386,000 births in this country.

CALL it a party with a purpose. This Saturday, May 12, the Saint Cristina Italian Association will host a Mother's Day gala dinner and dance with silent auction at Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier, 138 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver.

Looking for a new job can be a challenging process, especially for those new to Canada, grappling with not only a new home and culture, but for some a new language.