In the Community

There's an upcoming picnic in New Westminster for grandparents caring for their grandchildren. Organized by the Burnaby-based Parent Support Services Society of B.C.

Afull room of people at the library recently enjoyed a presentation of current information about local tourism by Tej Kainth, executive director of Tourism New Westminster, mixed with historical tourism examples from Archie Miller.

Summer: warm sunshine, cold drinks, and good books - an excellent combination! While there are many new books out, sometimes it's nice to revisit some old favourites. Here are some titles to pique your interest.

The Fraser Health Authority is hoping to gather input from local seniors for an online health and wellness survey.

Written accounts, usually in old newspapers, can be great sources of information about businesses such as stores and offices along a particular street in the early years of a community.

Yes, fun in the sun is grand, but lately we've been having so much sun. If you want to take a break, why not borrow a DVD from the library. The New Westminster Public Library has a popular and diverse DVD collection of TV shows and films.

In a special series, reporter Marelle Reid has been chatting with the people who make RCH run. This is the final instalment in the series. Mandy Rai is an ultrasound technician who has been working at Royal Columbian Hospital for almost 20 years.

Program tailored to meet needs of aboriginal students pursuing health sciences