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GREEN SCENE: Does proposed Howe Sound LNG plant make sense? And Burrard Thermal...

A round the world, the development of technologies for hydraulic fracturing - commonly known as fracking - has resulted in the discovery of seemingly abundant supplies of natural gas. This has caused the price of natural gas to plummet.

A GOOD READ: Let words shine for Black History Month

F ebruary is Black History Month and there are a plethora of books to read on the subject. The following are just some of them.

YOUR HISTORY: Brunette Ave. runs through Coquitlam's history

H eritage BC is celebrating Heritage Week from Feb. 16 to 22 with a theme of Main Streets: At the Heart of the Community.

BOOKS PLUS: Taxes, music, stories, writing and apathy, if you care

COQUITLAM Tax planning: In a free session next Tuesday, Jay Panis of Investors Group Financial Services Inc. will provide you with strategies and tax tips that can be implemented prior to the end of the year in order to minimize income taxes.

YOUR HISTORY: Two main streets through Port Coquitlam history

T his year's theme for Heritage BC Week (Feb. 16 to 22) is "Main Street: At the Heart of the Community.

COLUMN: Finding marital and financial bliss takes a bit of planning

If you're in the process of planning your wedding, you likely have lots on your mind, from choosing invitations to finding the perfect dress or suit. But in the rush to plan your wedding, don't overlook your finances.

GREEN SCENE: Why it's a bad thing to stop burning natural gas in Port Moody

T he provincial government recently reminded the city of Port Moody it intends to close the Burrard Thermal power plant next spring. I hope the city will object to such a foolhardy decision.

BOOKS PLUS: Beer, wine and taxes among the local library attractions

COQUITLAM Songs plus: Songs, music and crafts for people with developmental challenges are part of a fun program hosted by community services librarian Teresa Rehman in the Nancy Bennett Room of the Poirier branch from 9:30 to 11 a.m.

A GOOD READ: And the Randolph Caldecott literary award goes to...

E very winter, the American Library Association announces the top books for youth through its various literary awards.

COLUMN: Heart-healthy foods still available in the winter

H appy Heart Month! February is a great month for your heart if you are a market customer. Surprisingly, even in February there are lots of fresh, local foods that support heart health.