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Archives are looking for interviewers

Bowen's community archives are looking for volunteers to explore the island's history. Here's why.

Healthy boundaries

Kelly Matzen calls herself a play-at-home mom but comes with an impressive list of credentials including a masters degree in counseling psychology and an award-winning book titled When You're About To Go Off The Deep End, Don't Take Your Kids With Yo

Addicted to adventure

When Bowen Island writer Kami Kanetsuka entered her submission into the Literary Writes competition, she knew that she had given an account of a fascinating adventure.

Second Training for Courage clinic at Evergreen Acres Riding Centre

Last week, horse trainer Paul Dufresne held his second Training for Courage clinic at Evergreen Acres Riding Centre.

Water is more precious than oil

When I met Rueben George of the Tsleil-Waututh Nation at the International Indigenous Leadership Gathering in Lillooet in June, I discovered he was the grandson of Chief Dan George. Instant connection.

Bulbs that flower in more than one way

Rotarian Sheila Webster is excited about the bulbs she is offering for sale. "We sold them last year and know that they are of excellent quality. They are the best," she said.

Medication review services

Besides your doctor prescribing it to you, do you know why you are taking your medications? Did you know that some medications may react with each other? If you answered no to either of those questions, then it's time to take control of your health a

Memory loss not normal sign of aging

As we age, some forgetfulness is natural and inevitable. You might, for example, "lose" the car keys or other household objects, or forget where you heard something and/or who told you. Those usually aren't causes for concern.

The meaning of living artfully

The title of the newly released volume published by Key Publishing House and edited by Anita Sinner and Christine Lowther reads: Living Artfully, Reflections from the Far West Coast.

Bowen Island joins Terry Fox Run this Sunday

This Sunday, September 16, Bowen Islanders have a chance to participate in an event that takes place in different locations in Canada as well as world-wide: the Terry Fox Run.