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Health Minister Josie Osborne convened a roundtable on women’s health at the legislature on Monday (March 9), and participants agreed that while the province is doing a good job at expanding women’s health options, more needs to be done to combat misinformation. Examples include incorrect information spreading online about side effects associated with contraception use.

The Maple Ridge Lions Club is looking for vendors for an upcoming health fair. Organizers are looking for dietitians, nutritionists, and people working in mental health services, diabetic services, and more. Vendors should be able to engage participants and teach them about their services. The fair is free for vendors and the public to attend.

An application that could prevent construction of an open pit mine near Rossland will be heard this week by BC Supreme Court at the Rossland Courthouse. The Save Record Ridge Action Committee Society (SRRAC) is asking the Court to prevent construction of West High Yield Resources Ltd. (WHY) proposed mineral mine from proceeding until the

March 3 marked one year since the passing of Kent-Harrison Search and Rescue (KHSAR) giant Neil Brewer. KHSAR released an emotional tribute to Brewer, who impacted Search and Rescue efforts far beyond the Agassiz-Harrison community. “While a year has passed since his courageous battle with cancer came to an end, Neil’s presence is felt every

A Hope resident just made his 200th blood donation and he’s hoping it will inspire others to consider donating too. “I’m very fortunate that I’m able to reach this accomplishment,” said Ian Williams. “And I hope to hear more people say that they’ve given 100 donations or more. I hope, when people hear this, that