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Minter: Get some early colour in your containers

Minter: Get some early colour in your containers

Many hostas are now leafing out, and some magnificent colour patterns are available today. They will continue to provide a wealth of colour all summer, writes master gardener Brian Minter.
Young people are losing money to scams: Better Business Bureau

Young people are losing money to scams: Better Business Bureau

Never trust too-good-to-be-true investment offers. If an investment promises massive returns with little effort, it's likely a scam, BBB warns.
VIU students aim big for world-record Nanaimo bar

VIU students aim big for world-record Nanaimo bar

Students are planning to make a 1,100 pound, 70 feet long, three feet wide and three inch thick Nanaimo bar.
Terry Fox Foundation now out with 'Finish It' swag

Terry Fox Foundation now out with 'Finish It' swag

The charity in the late Port Coquitlam hero’s name unveiled its limited-edition merchandise this week to mark the 45th year of the Marathon of Hope; the collection was produced by Adidas.
Claire Nielsen: Tiana's story

Claire Nielsen: Tiana's story

It's never too late to improve one's health, even when we feel adrift and don't know where to start.
Minter: Get lettuce, onions, potatoes and spinach in the ground

Minter: Get lettuce, onions, potatoes and spinach in the ground

Now is a wonderful time to set out early, cool-hardy vegetables, writes master gardener Brian Minter, in early April 2025.
Claire Nielsen: How malware scams target Android devices — and how to stay safe

Claire Nielsen: How malware scams target Android devices — and how to stay safe

The best defence against malware scams is awareness.
Minter: Keep the grub predators from digging up your lawn

Minter: Keep the grub predators from digging up your lawn

For lawns which have been dug up or destroyed, mid-April is an ideal time to refurbish your lawn, writes master gardener Brian Minter.
North Vancouver woman breaks Guinness World Record for most spin classes

North Vancouver woman breaks Guinness World Record for most spin classes

Heather MacDonald took on the record to challenge herself, overtime seeing it as an opportunity to bring awareness to mental health
6 science-backed tips to boost your energy levels without caffeine

6 science-backed tips to boost your energy levels without caffeine

It's all about making lifestyle adjustments and addressing any potential health concerns.