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Coal export issue a 'made-in-B.C.' fight
While those two oil pipeline proposals from Enbridge and Kinder Morgan have been hogging the limelight in recent months, another part of the energy debate is about to elbow its way onto the public stage.
Band-hopping Grdina makes most of Jazz Fest
Gordon Grdina will play six of the 11 nights of the Vancouver International Jazz Festival, June 21 to July 1, in four different groups.
Voice trustees feel shut out of school district process
When school trustee Lisa Graham opened her board of education agenda package last week she was surprised to see her motion on targeted funding for special needs students wasn't in it.
Coal export issue is a 'made-in-B.C.' fight
While those two oil pipeline proposals from Enbridge and Kinder Morgan have been hogging the limelight in recent months, another part of the energy debate is about to elbow its way onto the public stage.
Mayor votes with anti-coal metro directors
After more than five hours of delegations - as well as a hearty debate among directors and a break to go into closed session to get legal advice - Metro Vancouver's board voted against the proposed coal facility at Fraser Surrey Docks.
Celebrate St-Jean Baptiste Day in Maillardville
The Société francophone de Maillardville, the Mackin House Museum and Place des Arts invite Tri-Cities residents to celebrate the annual St-Jean Baptiste celebration on Sunday, June 23 from noon to 3 p.m. at Heritage Square (1116 Brunette Ave. in Coquitlam).
Coal the next battleground
While those two oil pipeline proposals from Enbridge and Kinder Morgan have been hogging the limelight in recent months, another part of the energy debate is about to elbow its way onto the public stage.
HARE food drive on Thursday
For Rodiana Brindamour and her four children, life is just starting to become a bit more stable.
Coal fight is classic B.C. battle
While those two oil pipeline proposals from Enbridge and Kinder Morgan have been hogging the limelight in recent months, another part of the energy debate is about to elbow its way onto the public stage.
Self-sustaining airport finds a niche
The father and son duo of George and Guy Miller are familiar sights around the airport.
Vice concept of in-your-face reporting proving popular, lucrative
T Before I cause my supreme editor to come out of his chair again, I should explain it is not about "that kind" of vice.
Watson moves up a chair
WHEN asked what coach had the most influence on him during his many years spent on soccer pitches around the world, West Vancouver native Mark Watson is quick with an answer: Frank Yallop.
Friesen lands first diving Grand Prix podium
NORTH Vancouver diver Emma Friesen scored the first international medal of her career last month, winning silver at a FINA Grand Prix event held in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Camera Atomica: Rare set of Weegee photographs on view at Presentation House
- Strangelove's Weegee / Zhang Yaxin: Model Operas. Presentation House Gallery. Opening reception tonight at 7 p.m. For more information on the exhibit visit presentationhousegallery.org.
Shipping a Canadian icon to a new market
There are very few symbols that are more Canadian or say more about hockey than the Zamboni.
Chung Chuck was a colourful character in area's early days
Chinese pioneers arrived in Delta in the 1880s after working in the gold fields, railway construction and road building. They were attracted to the Ladner area as work was readily available on farms, with salmon fishing and its canneries lining the banks of the Fraser River.
Designer vies for 'it bag' status
A Bowen Island accessories designer will head to the Big Apple next week with hopes of nabbing a design award.
Summer ready
Spotted strolling along the West Vancouver Seawalk: Aelicia Schmitt wears an O'Neill maxi dress from Hangers, borrowed from a friend, with a fringe purse and summer sandals from Payless.
