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Student Life: Returning to school after spring break

Student Life: Returning to school after spring break

I hope students have enjoyed the spring break and, as it is coming to an end, I’d like to point out that there may be a sense of anxiety creeping in.
Friday Flex: Moderation is key

Friday Flex: Moderation is key

In my last column, I wrote about the fallacy of the six-pack as a measure of fitness or core strength and stability. In so doing, I briefly touched on diet.
Let's Talk Trash: Garburators rinse away evidence

Let's Talk Trash: Garburators rinse away evidence

At the end of a long day and a homemade meal, it can be tempting to fill the dishwasher and toss food scraps in the trash or down the garburator.

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Don't miss this week: Saturday, March 31 Westview Baptist Church Easter Egg Hunt Join in the fun at Westview Baptist Church’s free family pancake breakfast and annual Easter Egg Hunt.
Innovate before you renovate

Innovate before you renovate

Recycling and reusing can reach beyond spent wine bottles and yesterday’s newspapers. If you’re about to do a home renovation or building project, start thinking outside the hardware store.
Lifestyle changes with move from city to Powell River

Lifestyle changes with move from city to Powell River

Gardening adds to healthier living
Group setting benefits novices

Group setting benefits novices

Garden club member gains experience from interaction with fellow growing enthusiasts
Summer camp bridges age groups

Summer camp bridges age groups

Intergenerational academy unites Powell River area youth and seniors
PROWLS: Rescue of the week

PROWLS: Rescue of the week

Pygmy owl recovers quickly after collision with vehicle
Let's Talk Trash: Springing into composting

Let's Talk Trash: Springing into composting

As spring pokes its head out, we dream of our garden beds and the harvest to come.