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75 years ago, when front lines really did mean front lines, and the Second World War was coming to an end in Europe, Sgt. Norman Kirby was there. Tuesday this week marks the anniversary of the liberation of the Netherlands.

The month of May celebrates Asian heritage and hate or racism is not welcomed in the province, said Anne Kang, B.C.’s Minister of Citizens’ Services and responsible for Multiculturalism, on Sunday.

There’s always one, isn’t there? You’re standing in the lineup for the checkout, dutifully adhering to the provincial health officer’s COVID-19 social distancing directive when another shopper sidles up within sneezing distance.

With physical distancing measures put in place, families will need to get creative with how they celebrate Mother’s Day this year on May 10. Mother’s Day honours mothers and appreciate their roles in society and in families.

‘The best guideline I can offer is: facts not fear’

As the rain begins to ease up, sunshine and warmer temperatures are expected to make a reappearance later this week.

Be prepared for fashion retailers to slash prices and entice customers with bargains when they reopen, following months-long closures aimed at slowing the spread of the COVID-19 global pandemic.

The Chore App, now in Beta testing, can turn household drudgery into fun for kids, says an Anmore game developer

It was a bit of annoyance for lottery players but the B.C. Lottery Corporation has since modified its initial rule change.

While it’s not known when the Gulf of Georgia Cannery will be able to reopen, the cannery society is looking at ways to adapt exhibit space and programming once COVID-19 restrictions are lifted.