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Book review: The Small Things that End the World by Jeanette Lynes

Book review: The Small Things that End the World by Jeanette Lynes

It’s 1954, and Sadie Wilder just got the call she’s been waiting for. Her friend, Wanda, has the mumps, and the rich family she babysits for is desperate. So begins Jeanette Lynes’ The Small Things that End the World.
Family-run restaurant saying goodbye to Richmond

Family-run restaurant saying goodbye to Richmond

Another family-run restaurant in Richmond will serve its final dish to the public and close its doors. Ricky’s Country Restaurant, at the north end of No.
Column: Defending against the chafer beetle

Column: Defending against the chafer beetle

I have to talk about it again. Everybody is in a tizzy at this time of year because of the terrible damage to their lawns. Skunks, racoons and crows are enjoying a very tasty feast of grubs brought to you by the European Chafer Beetle.
This Burnaby expo is the cool place to find comics and collectibles

This Burnaby expo is the cool place to find comics and collectibles

Are you an adult who loves comics, toys, collector cards, vinyl LPs and don’t care who knows about it? Then we have the show for you. The Knights Comics and Collectibles Expo will be held on April 13 from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at St.
Column: Grab these 2 on-sale wines to sip in the garden

Column: Grab these 2 on-sale wines to sip in the garden

Our wine columnist has the scoop on two lovely imported bottles that are on sale this month.
Richmond dishes lauded by restaurant critics

Richmond dishes lauded by restaurant critics

The annual Chinese Restaurant Awards announced critic’s choice awards this week.
Why craft breweries’ year-round beers are often their best stuff

Why craft breweries’ year-round beers are often their best stuff

In this crowded beer market, brewers are under pressure to grab your attention. Ben Coli, owner and head brewery of Dageraad Brewery in Burnaby, explains why a brewery’s year-round staples are often their best work.
This Burnaby 'cannabis connoisseur' will be paid $50/hour to smoke pot

This Burnaby 'cannabis connoisseur' will be paid $50/hour to smoke pot

Cheney Creamer named to committee for her expertise in 'mindful medication'
Sample from over 100 beers and ciders at the 2nd Steveston Ciders and Sours Fest

Sample from over 100 beers and ciders at the 2nd Steveston Ciders and Sours Fest

After a successful inaugural year in 2018, Steveston Ciders and Sours Fest is coming back this summer with tickets on sale this week. On July 6, Ciders and Sours Fest attendees can sample over 100 different beverages from nearly 30 vendors.
Column: Accommodating illness as we age

Column: Accommodating illness as we age

I recently had my cousins over for dinner, and out of consideration for his wife’s failing kidneys, I made sure the food was low sodium, low potassium, low phosphorous and high protein. This is what you get when you age.