In the Community

Enjoy the dog days of summer at this year's Doggy Fun Day. The event is being held on Sunday, Aug. 25, from noon till 3 p.m., on the south field in Queen's Park (the one near First Street and just above the off-leash dog area).

What is a neighbourhood? An area determined by streets, a community bound together by a common tax roll, a mix of homes and businesses with a shared history? Some of the above, all of the above? The Record is taking a closer look at the city's 11 uni

One of the research topics we have focused on this year is the local history of the automobile and automobile-related businesses. There was a presentation a couple of months ago, a tour last week, and a number of articles.

Many Moody Park residents put down roots in the neighbourhood - and seldom want to leave. The Record asked a number of area residents to share their favourite things about living in the Moody Park neighbourhood.

There's an eclectic mix of funfilled activities taking place in New Westminster this weekend that should appeal to residents of all ages.

Question Where can I buy organic Russian and Yugoslavian garlic? We love garlic and would love to encourage locally grown garlic businesses. Unfortunately my garlic did not make it this year.

A local boy is seeking to ensure kids who may not be able to afford expensive activities this summer still have some fun.

Have you ever experienced an incredible meal at a fine dining establishment that included an intensely flavoured accompanying sauce? Chances are you have.

It's not too late to read across the rainbow in the New Westminster Public Library's Adult Summer Reading Club.

Summer fun: Rachel Chaffon, 19 (left) and Alex Johrden, 19, from New Westminister ride the Orbiter at the PNE. The annual summer fair features more than 700 shows, exhibits and attractions. The 2013 Fair at the PNE runs daily, except Monday, Aug.