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Seniors in the community are invited to a special Christmas tea with the Silvertones Choir at the Maple Ridge Public Library. The event, called “Seniors Christmas Afternoon with the Silvertones Choir”, is hugely popular and in years past has seen about 150 people pack the library. Silvertones Choir, is a choir of senior singers sponsored […]

A dog found abandoned in a trash bag at the Lone Butte transfer station has sparked outrage in the South Cariboo. On Thursday, Nov. 27, around 9:15 a.m. Horse Lake resident Cory Forsyth was dropping off his trash and recyclables when he heard what sounded like a squeak coming from the trash pit. Thinking it

Researchers at UFV and SFU are teaming up to try and revolutionize the way that scientists and health-care professionals tackle the problem of superbugs. These superbugs are strains of bacteria or other microbes that have become resistant to most medicines, making them incredibly hard to treat. A recent study published in The Lancet revealed that

The City of Maple Ridge has a plan to push Abernethy Way from 232 to 240 Street, and is about to start buying land. Mayor Dan Ruimy explained how this $50 million project will provide another critical east-west route, four lanes wide, reducing traffic congestion through the fast-growing city. He said it will also get

This article discusses intimate partner violence and may be triggering to some readers. If you or someone you know is experiencing violence or abuse contact the Kelowna Women’s Shelter 24/7 support line at 250-763-1040 or text 236-970-0704. In an emergency, call 911. James Plover will spend another 147 days in jail for choking and uttering