May 2026

Kelowna’s own Justine Boyer earned her first trophy at the 67th annual Knox Mountain Hill Climb, winning first place in the Tuner 5 Class with a personal-best time of 2:18. ​Boyer entered her fourth Knox Mountain Hill Climb driving a 1991 Mazda Miata, equipped with a 1.8-litre engine that delivered noticeably stronger torque on the […]

Sophie grins as she leaps through a hoop, giving a side-eye search for human Ron Wright. The 11-year-old miniature Australian shepherd is clearly having a good time, checking in with Wright every few paces through her backyard agility course. Practice means treats, unlike competition. Both are clearly enjoying themselves running about under the sun in

The Look At That protocol, commonly called LAT, is one of the most effective and humane techniques used to help dogs struggling with reactivity. For many guardians, living with a reactive dog can feel exhausting. Walks become stressful, everyday outings feel unpredictable, and simple situations like seeing another dog or person can quickly escalate into

The Roaring ’20s are coming back to Pitt Meadows during the 2026 Rotary Ladies Night Fundraising Gala, aptly themed “A Gatsby Affair.” Guests are encouraged to embrace the era of jazz, flappers, and speakeasys. Julie Gilfillan, executive director of the Salvation Army in Maple Ridge will be the guest speaker. Money raised at the fundraiser

The City of Pitt Meadows will mark Public Works Week by letting kids get behind the wheels of some cool vehicles. The annual Touch-a-Truck event is happening this Thursday, May 21, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Spirit Square (11985 Harris Rd.) Kids and their caregivers can meet public works crews, get up close