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Mary Lowther column: Clothing the best skin protection while gardening
When my daughter convinced me of the benefits of going barefoot I thought I’d give it a whirl
Jan 18, 2025 11:45 AM
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Sarah Simpson column: 'Poky Little Puppy' retains Christmas book battle title
The battle between Rudolph the Red- Nosed Reindeer and the Poky Little Puppy
Jan 18, 2025 5:45 AM
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A guide to walking your reactive dog
Understanding your dog's triggers when walking is the first step to modifying their reactions
Jan 16, 2025 5:30 AM
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We need to watch our language around cars, bikes and crashes
Those involved in crashes are human people, not just the vehicles they choose
Jan 15, 2025 2:25 PM
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Editorial: Should South Cowichan form a municipality?
2009 stage one of process undertaken
Jan 15, 2025 7:00 AM
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Drivesmart column: New Year's resolutions 2025
I resolved to take more time to scan my surroundings
Jan 12, 2025 5:45 AM
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Mary Lowther column: Garden planning for 2025 gets underway
My garden planning starts with transferring chores from my 2024 agenda book to my new 2025 book
Jan 11, 2025 11:45 AM
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Robert Barron column: It never hurts to have dreams
Shawn was never afraid to let his imagination run wild
Jan 11, 2025 5:45 AM
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ANALYSIS: Why are B.C. kids sick all the time? Health experts explain
The consequences of repeated COVID-19 infections are now becoming clear in B.C., across Canada and around the world
Jan 10, 2025 7:30 PM
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Letter: Grass is not greener on U.S. side of the border
We kissed the soil when we returned to our home, Canada
Jan 10, 2025 11:07 AM
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