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Ask Ellie: Old friend, boyfriend make it weird with unwanted sexual advances

Ask Ellie: Old friend, boyfriend make it weird with unwanted sexual advances

They crossed a boundary that made you uncomfortable and you should tell her that
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Coquitlam musician needs votes to play Hollywood Bowl

Coquitlam musician needs votes to play Hollywood Bowl

Gina Williams always dreamed of performing at the iconic L.A. venue. Now, she has the chance — with the help of the public.
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Ask Ellie: Car ride good time to have 'serious' chats with kids

Ask Ellie: Car ride good time to have 'serious' chats with kids

In the car, they can’t walk away; you don’t have to look at each other; they have no choice but to listen.
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Ask Ellie: Sibling estrangement often starts with childhood trauma

Ask Ellie: Sibling estrangement often starts with childhood trauma

The initial blame runs deep, possibly due to parents’ favouritism, emotional abuse, or sibling bullying, especially if backed by a parent.
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Photos: You can go camping with friendly alpacas at this adorable B.C. campsite

Photos: You can go camping with friendly alpacas at this adorable B.C. campsite

Turkeys, alpacas and horses - oh my! There are several unique offerings to browse.
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Minter: Control the bugs in your garden — organically

Minter: Control the bugs in your garden — organically

It's awfully nice of you to share your garden with the ever-increasing numbers of insects that seem to be appearing from nowhere these days, writes master gardener Brian Minter.
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How to overcome transit challenges for people living with dementia

How to overcome transit challenges for people living with dementia

Alzheimer Society of B.C. shares tips for Metro Vancouver residents
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Ask Ellie: Potential partners need to know about ex-wife's syphilis

Ask Ellie: Potential partners need to know about ex-wife's syphilis

Dear Ellie: I’m a man, mid-60s, and your daily reader. I’ve been divorced for two-and-a-half years, after 14 years married. I’ve since met a great woman, widowed, only a little younger than me and from the same background.
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Hey, Colleague: How can I prepare myself for a possible recession?

Hey, Colleague: How can I prepare myself for a possible recession?

Consider some side hustles, to help you weather the economic storm.
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Photos: Summer is here. And gardens are lush at Colony Farm in Coquitlam

Photos: Summer is here. And gardens are lush at Colony Farm in Coquitlam

Organic fruits and vegetables grow in the community gardens at Colony Farm Regional Park in Coquitlam — a nice place to spend the afternoon.
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