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BBB: Keep an eye out for summer job scams

BBB: Keep an eye out for summer job scams

Be aware of aggressive offers and get contracts in writing are some of the tips the Better Business Bureau (BBB) suggests when looking for a seasonal job.
Annual golf tournament returns this summer to support New Westminster charities

Annual golf tournament returns this summer to support New Westminster charities

Sign up for the annual Rotary Pot of Gold Charity Golf Tournament on July 16, 2024 and enjoy a fun day on the links while giving back to the community
New West-born father's courageous comeback from addiction and tragedy recognized with award

New West-born father's courageous comeback from addiction and tragedy recognized with award

Kevin Parker was one of five people recently recognized with a Courage to Come Back award at a fundraising gala in Vancouver.
Claire Nielsen: Our psyche and media violence

Claire Nielsen: Our psyche and media violence

Columnist Claire Nielsen shares her views on the increasing violence in media.
Sunday Night Read: 'Museum of Anthropology and Grandmother’s House'

Sunday Night Read: 'Museum of Anthropology and Grandmother’s House'

This short story series submission is from Deborah Stephan of Burnaby.
Minter: Proven Winners' spiraea ‘Glow Girl' is turning heads

Minter: Proven Winners' spiraea ‘Glow Girl' is turning heads

Spiraeas also make great container plants and they play nicely with other plants for a beautiful display, writes master gardener Brian Minter.
Claire Nielsen: Don't feed the trolls

Claire Nielsen: Don't feed the trolls

Trolling can disrupt online communities, causing a decline in discussion participation or content contribution if members feel harassed, criticized or intimidated.
Sunday Night Read: 'The Harmony Garden'

Sunday Night Read: 'The Harmony Garden'

This short story series submission is from Patricia Celan of New Westminster.
Column: May 25 — An unexpected celebration of soccer in B.C.

Column: May 25 — An unexpected celebration of soccer in B.C.

All three B.C. professional soccer clubs are on the pitch and, much like a local business or grocer, you should support local.
Sunday Night Read: 'Weathered Wings'

Sunday Night Read: 'Weathered Wings'

This short story series submission is from Madison Hackman of Port Coquitlam.