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George and Guy Miller

Self-sustaining airport finds a niche

The father and son duo of George and Guy Miller are familiar sights around the airport.


 

Vice concept of in-your-face reporting proving popular, lucrative

T Before I cause my supreme editor to come out of his chair again, I should explain it is not about "that kind" of vice.


 
West Vancouver native Mark Watson

Watson moves up a chair

WHEN asked what coach had the most influence on him during his many years spent on soccer pitches around the world, West Vancouver native Mark Watson is quick with an answer: Frank Yallop.


 

Friesen lands first diving Grand Prix podium

NORTH Vancouver diver Emma Friesen scored the first international medal of her career last month, winning silver at a FINA Grand Prix event held in San Juan, Puerto Rico.


 
Director Stanley Kubrick

Camera Atomica: Rare set of Weegee photographs on view at Presentation House

- Strangelove's Weegee / Zhang Yaxin: Model Operas. Presentation House Gallery. Opening reception tonight at 7 p.m. For more information on the exhibit visit presentationhousegallery.org.


 
Murdo Paterson, GM of Cascadia Sport

Shipping a Canadian icon to a new market

There are very few symbols that are more Canadian or say more about hockey than the Zamboni.


 

Chung Chuck was a colourful character in area's early days

Chinese pioneers arrived in Delta in the 1880s after working in the gold fields, railway construction and road building. They were attracted to the Ladner area as work was readily available on farms, with salmon fishing and its canneries lining the banks of the Fraser River.


 
the Abi bag from Lloyd & Wolf

Designer vies for 'it bag' status

A Bowen Island accessories designer will head to the Big Apple next week with hopes of nabbing a design award.


 
Summer ready

Summer ready

Spotted strolling along the West Vancouver Seawalk: Aelicia Schmitt wears an O'Neill maxi dress from Hangers, borrowed from a friend, with a fringe purse and summer sandals from Payless.


 

North Shore's restaurant guide

$ $ $ Moderate ($13-15) -- $ $ $ $ Fine Dining ($15-25)


 

Hooray for the Great Wall of Richardson

Oh happy day! I just wanted to publicly commend the fine folks at Richardson and Port Metro Vancouver and send a big congratulations in their victory against the wee, unimportant residents of the Moodyville area.


 

Coat of paint a bad idea

I'm not a fan of the idea of painting the columns in the Front Street parkade.


 

School district's biz company could fold

The New Westminster school district's controversial business company faces an uncertain future since the provincial government introduced sweeping changes meant to tighten regulations for running offshore schools.


 

Metro board to hear plans to ship U.S. coal

A big crowd is expected to attend Metro Vancouver's board of directors meeting today to voice their opinions on a controversial proposal by Fraser Surrey Docks to handle millions of tonnes of American thermal coal.


 

Add Asian heat to barbecue

If you are looking for a great pork recipe for your outdoor grill this summer, this is it. It has become a favourite with us and I have featured it in many of my classes.


 

Guildford Town Centre holds job fair on June 27

With the expansion of Guildford Town Centre nearly complete, stores are looking to hire new staff for the big day.


 
Catapulting chickens

Catapulting chickens part of weird restaurants show

Fans of celebrity chef Bob Blumer weren't surprised to see him Monday night sporting a helmet with a pig's head impaled on a large spike, or later, witness him challenge an audience member while dressed as a Mexican wrestler.


 
Delta Sports Hall of Fame's class of 2013

Hall of Fame welcomes 7 new inductees

Two women who contributed greatly to the current athletic landscape in this region are part of the 2013 Delta Sports Hall of Fame Class.


 

Fun facts about a man's tie

Ties remain one of the top gift ideas for men, particularly when Father's Day arrives.