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GOLDS: Restore green, majestic Riverview for the mentally ill

R estore Riverview Hospital? Absolutely. Create a centre of excellence for mental health care at Riverview ? What a great idea. These progressive concepts were advanced last week by two mayors, Ernie Daykin of Maple Ridge and Lois Jackson of Delta.

BOOKS PLUS: Film, literacy and tweens at Tri-City Libraries

Books Plus runs in The Tri-City News each Friday to highlight programs and happenings in the Tri-Cities' three libraries: Coquitlam Public Library, Port Moody Public Library and Terry Fox Library in Port Coquitlam.

WELLNESS: Stay loose and free of pain

Many people carry the weight of the world on their shoulders. But many people also suffer from shoulder pain, which can make carrying the weight of the world a bit tough to handle.

WELLNESS: Check out Tri-City support groups

Check out these Tri-City support groups and look for more events in The Tri-City News ' online calendar : Port Moody Alanon Family Group open meeting, Wednesdays, 8 p.m., St. Andrews Church, 2318 St. Johns St., Port Moody. Info: 604-461-6991.

GOOD READ: Kids' novels that adults will like, too

I feel like I'm part of a secret club whose membership is made up of anyone who reads children's literature.

YOUR HISTORY: Early Coquitlam residents fought for workers

T oday, we think of Labour Day as just a long weekend - the last one before school starts and families resume a busy schedule of soccer, dance and music lessons.

BOOKS PLUS: Get your brain ready for school

PORT MOODY Summer Brain Drain?: Get your brain ready for heading back to work or back to school by checking out Learning Express Library.

BOOKS PLUS: Storytimes, eReaders and more at Tri-City libraries

Books Plus runs in The Tri-City News each Friday to highlight programs and happenings in the Tri-Cities' three libraries: Coquitlam Public Library, Port Moody Public Library and Terry Fox Library in Port Coquitlam.

GOLDS: Review must recognize value of Metro Vancouver regional parks

L ike many people who enjoy outdoor recreation, I am a big fan of parks - most especially our regional park system, which provides a delightful variety of parks and offers readily-accessible opportunities to get out and experience nature.

MINTER: Get 'Big Bang' of colour in garden with rudbeckias

T he long beautiful summer has been great for enjoying our patios and gardens but it has taken its toll on some of our annuals and perennials.