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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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Opinion: Maintaining mobility with aging means planning ahead

Opinion: Maintaining mobility with aging means planning ahead

Mobility matters because it allows us to live independently and participate fully in our everyday activities for as long as possible.
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qathet poetry reading a meditation in unordinary times

qathet poetry reading a meditation in unordinary times

Book presentation at the library will be immersive and uplifting, says poet Cynthia Sharp
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Claire Nielsen: The importance of breathing deeply

Claire Nielsen: The importance of breathing deeply

Deep breathing, practiced regularly, has great health benefits, writes columnist Claire Nielsen.
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Minter: Here's what should go into your food garden this spring

Minter: Here's what should go into your food garden this spring

Strawberry plants can go in now, and although you can plant them bare root, starting with a more mature plant will make a significant difference in how soon you can enjoy them, writes master gardener Brian Minter.
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When you should — and shouldn't — have an open house while selling your home

When you should — and shouldn't — have an open house while selling your home

If you do host an open house, don't forget to lock up your valuables.
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