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Photos: Hundreds unify under the summer sun for Burnaby Pride Festival

Photos: Hundreds unify under the summer sun for Burnaby Pride Festival

Performers, musicians and vendors took over Bonsor Field this past weekend as part of 2024 celebrations.
These plants wait their whole lives to bloom once. It's usually spectacular

These plants wait their whole lives to bloom once. It's usually spectacular

Flowering annuals generally bloom nonstop before dying at the end of the year or season.
Claire Nielsen: Healthy recipes from my kitchen

Claire Nielsen: Healthy recipes from my kitchen

From scrambled eggs supreme to a bean dip, there's no shortage of tasty meals on this list.
Skip the mayonnaise for an elevated take on chicken salad

Skip the mayonnaise for an elevated take on chicken salad

Circassian chicken is an elevated form of chicken salad that ditches the classic mayonnaise in favour of a rich and creamy garlic and walnut sauce. Serve with warm pita bread, sliced radishes and pickles on the side.
Sunday Night Read: 'A girl's perspective of elementary graduation'

Sunday Night Read: 'A girl's perspective of elementary graduation'

This short story series submission is from Gabrielle Tham of Burnaby.
Minter: Use water wisely for your gardens this summer

Minter: Use water wisely for your gardens this summer

With local water restrictions, master gardener Brian Minter shares tips to keep your gardens and yards hydrated and healthy no matter the heat.
BBB: Pro tips to be a smarter shopper during online sales

BBB: Pro tips to be a smarter shopper during online sales

Verify customer reviews, avoid quick purchases and set a budget are some of the tips from the Better Business Bureau to be a safe online shopper.
Do you really have to wait to go swimming after eating?

Do you really have to wait to go swimming after eating?

Did your parents warn you against jumping in the pool right after eating? They were misguided. In most cases, there’s no need to wait at least 30 minutes after eating to go for a swim, doctors say.
Home pick-up service for household and clothing donations in Burnaby benefits kids mentorship programs

Home pick-up service for household and clothing donations in Burnaby benefits kids mentorship programs

Donate your gently used clothes, books and small household items while also giving back to a good cause. Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver can collect your boxes of gently used donations right from where you live
Don't work in bed, and other tips for creating a peaceful sleep zone in a studio apartment

Don't work in bed, and other tips for creating a peaceful sleep zone in a studio apartment

There's a lot to be said for the work/play energy of a nice studio or other small apartment during the day.