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Minter: Ornamental grasses, the long-term garden bloomers

Minter: Ornamental grasses, the long-term garden bloomers

Ornamental grasses combine well with other plants, such as flowering shrubs, conifers and late flowering perennials, says master gardener Brian Minter.
The 'orange glow candy' car returns to Port Coquitlam's show

The 'orange glow candy' car returns to Port Coquitlam's show

For the third year, Burnaby-raised Rick Marchand will display his award-winning 1933 Chevy five-window coupe at the Downtown Port Coquitlam Car Show on Sunday, Aug. 18.
Thousands of Greater Vancouver residents may have fatty liver disease and not know it

Thousands of Greater Vancouver residents may have fatty liver disease and not know it

The Canadian Liver Foundation offers fast and painless screening for adults across the region
Sunday Night Read: 'My gardener'

Sunday Night Read: 'My gardener'

This short story series submission is from Gloria Parihar of Coquitlam.
Minter: Flavorette roses. Ever heard of them?

Minter: Flavorette roses. Ever heard of them?

There's a rose series that's joined the edible flower family, says master gardener Brian Minter.
Opinion: How parents can promote positive sibling relationships

Opinion: How parents can promote positive sibling relationships

Strong, positive and supporting relationships between siblings can support people's well-being throughout their lifetimes, and parenting approaches matter.
Claire Nielsen: The power of the apology — it's never too late

Claire Nielsen: The power of the apology — it's never too late

Columnist Claire Nielsen breaks down the therapeutic apology method.
How to talk to someone in your life about starting therapy

How to talk to someone in your life about starting therapy

Rula provides 7 strategies for discussing professional mental health support with a loved one.
Claire Nielsen: Dying before resolution

Claire Nielsen: Dying before resolution

Columnist Claire Nielsen reflects on parent-child relationships after recently losing her father.
7 tips for avoiding food poisoning while travelling

7 tips for avoiding food poisoning while travelling

It's time for a vacation. FoodReady compiled a list of tips for avoiding food poisoning while travelling so that you can enjoy a worry-free trip.