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Roses and rotten tomatoes
An ambulance full of red roses to the neighbours and kind strangers who stopped and called an ambulance when I almost collapsed on a sidewalk bench. It's nice to know that some people will take time to aid others, staying with me until the ambulance arrived. Bouquets of roses to the ambulance crew as well.
Dorothy Beach honoured with lifetime award
Longtime New Westminster resident Dorothy Beach has received an award in honour of her 100th birthday.
Dealing with distressed guests
When Mandy Biasutti's name was called as this year's Extra Mile winner, cheers and loud clapping erupted.
Spring's symphony of nature
SPRING is not only a busy time for birds, but it's also a busy time for birders.
WEST VANCOUVER-SEA TO SKY
Here is the last of our election grid question and answers. Candidates were limited in their responses by a word count.
Farmland a priority: Reid
On the issue of illegal dumping of farmland, Reid, a former educator, said she has spent her career promoting the preservation of farmland and green space.
Teenaged bookworms battle for supremacy
High school students from across the district "battled" inside Samuel Robertson Technical (SRT) Secondary's library last Thursday, April 18.
Classic cars from Great Britain shine in Fort
Union Jacks were flying in Fort Langley on Sunday as fans of classic and modern British cars gathered to admire one another's vehicles.
Community events
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Charlie Russell looks at bears in a different light
- Charlie Russell: 50 Years of Living with the Great Bears, Tuesday, April 23, doors at 6: 30 p.m., show at 7: 30 p.m., Chief Joe Mathias Centre, 100 Capilano Rd., North Vancouver. Advance tickets: $18.25/$23.75/$28.75 at ticketstonight.ca or 1-877-840-0457. Cash ticket sales at door will increase $2 per ticket.
Hotel owner going Green
Murrayville's Wally Martin has announced he's running for the Green Party in the Langley riding in this May's provincial election.
Aquarium Marine Rescue celebrates 50 years
In 1960, a small northern fur seal was brought to the Vancouver Aquarium after a harrowing experience. A fisher had accidentally caught him with his rod while fishing for salmon.
Discovery team on the trail of Bigfoot
AS dark settles heavily across the thick Florida brush, a voice breaks through the silence with an ominous warning: There is something moving toward the bait.
This fat ride will take you everywhere
The November rains are here, drowning out memories of the endless summer that lasted right into October. It's winter cycling season; the long sleeves are back, the fenders are on, and the house is full of wet rain gear drip-drying after a soggy ride home.
Events
SUCCESS celebrates its 40th anniversary with a Multicultural Fun Day for seniors, 1 to 5 p.m. at Henderson Place Mall's centre court, 1163 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam. On site will be community groups and service groups showcasing their services for seniors. Come for the information, stay for the entertainment. Info: cctricities@ success.bc.ca or 604-468-6000.
'I have absolutely no regrets'
Dawn Black referred to it as "a pivotal moment" in her political career and it happened in 1988 during a conversation with her husband Peter.
Bulletin Board
Registered dieticians will be at the Real Canadian Superstore 3 to 7 p.m., on March 20 to answer questions and share tips in celebration of Nutrition Month, 1301 Lougheed Hwy., Coquitlam.
