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What plastic can you recycle? Recycle BC is offering a little more flexibility

What plastic can you recycle? Recycle BC is offering a little more flexibility

The world of recycling is an ever-changing landscape. Organizations are engaging in research and development projects to discover new ways to use recyclables.
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How to create fitness opportunities anywhere, anytime

How to create fitness opportunities anywhere, anytime

Vacation doesn't need to mean a break from exercise.
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Islanders save a scrawny, starving Bowen owl and set him free

Islanders save a scrawny, starving Bowen owl and set him free

When he was found, the little guy was barely moving
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IPS students travel to Barcelona to compete in World Scholar’s Cup

IPS students travel to Barcelona to compete in World Scholar’s Cup

Back in July six talented youngsters tried their academic chops against 1,500 other students from around the world.
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The case for do-it-yourself parenting

The case for do-it-yourself parenting

Teaching kids how to ride a bike, change a tire or use a hand drill is not only necessary, but a bonding experience, argues Rob Wynen.
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Put your best basket forward and enter to win a prize

Put your best basket forward and enter to win a prize

The farmers' market is holding a market basket photo contest between now and October 11
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There were some big zucchinis and some speedy slugs at the country fair

There were some big zucchinis and some speedy slugs at the country fair

Who won the slug races? Read on.
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Par for the course: Bruce Russell is this year's Citizen of the Year

Par for the course: Bruce Russell is this year's Citizen of the Year

Bruce's history on Bowen goes back seven decades, but he's best known on-island for being the driving force behind the golf course and the effort to clean up Mannion Bay.
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VIDEO: A morning paddle with orcas highlights transient whales' return to Howe Sound

VIDEO: A morning paddle with orcas highlights transient whales' return to Howe Sound

"The whales have done more than visit; they've given us hope," says videographer Bob Turner
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Rotary is giving out little lights to help you stay safe at night

Rotary is giving out little lights to help you stay safe at night

Stop by their Bowfest booth Saturday for a light
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