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In the Style of... a perfect fit

Kwantlen Polytechnic University fashion design students put their spin on 20th century icons in the Surrey Museum's In the Style of...

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PAW PRINTS: Have your say on animal welfare issues

The BC SPCA is conducting an online survey throughout May to seek public input about important animal issues facing B.C. communities.

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Adventures: Wings around the world, Malaysian style

Capt. James Tan battled dyslexia and wants to inspire other young people with his round-the-world solo flight.

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A busy Earth Week

Surrey North Delta Leader - Thursday April 25, 2013

Lower Mainland Green Team tackles invasive ivy plants in three parks over three days.

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Adventures: Gold digging and Central Otago paper trails

Central Otago on the South Island of New Zealand, sprinkled with names from my Scottish childhood, was a magnet for me.

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Adventures: Arizona stars are big and bright

Arizona sun traditionally lures Snowbirds south, but it's the clear night skies that are attracting hobby and pro astronomers.

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Paw Prints: Good things come in small packages

March is Small Animal Awareness Month at the BC SPCA. Have you ever considered adopting a pint-sized pet?

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Adventures: Airline farce sends winter blahs packing

Last weekend I took off for Paris, courtesy of Boeing-Boeing, a comedy parked at the Stanley Industrial Alliance stage to Feb. 24.

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Dorscie Paterson proves life begins at 100

Still driving, keeping house and volunteering twice a month, one-of-a-kind centenarian proves age is just a number.

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One memorable kiss

Surrey North Delta Leader - Monday January 28, 2013

Walk for Memories raises awareness about Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.

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No downside to giving blood

Refreshments, cookies, stickers, camaraderie and love are among the reasons to give.

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Bess of Hardwick, a tough act to follow

My money's on a princess for Will and Kate. Britain’s aristocratic gals once rarely took a backseat to anyone.

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Warmth for the holidays

Surrey North Delta Leader - Friday December 21, 2012

About 20 families in need were treated to the spirit of Christmas by Surrey firefighters.

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Dresden: glancing back, but marching confidently to the future

Two decades after the wall came down, a German gem is a prime tourist spot once again.

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It's Christmas in Cloverdale

Surrey North Delta Leader - Wednesday December 5, 2012

Craft fair brings shoppers to Shannon Hall on the Cloverdale Fairgrounds.

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Meet your muse in Surrey and Vancouver

Writers and readers have plenty to look forward to in October, columnist Ursula Maxwell-Lewis writes.

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Interior decoration on display at White Rock show home

WE Vancouver - Monday October 22, 2012

The latest Millionaire Lottery grand prize is catching eyes along White Rock's Marine Drive.

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Grad requirements reviewed

Surrey North Delta Leader - Thursday October 11, 2012

Public feedback sought at Surrey discussion about future guidelines.

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Making Thanksgiving better for babies

Surrey North Delta Leader - Friday October 5, 2012

Surrey RCMP makes donation to Surrey Food Bank's Tiny Bundles Program.

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Westies publishing book of its history

Mission City Record - Thursday September 27, 2012

B.C.'s oldest military unit, one in which numerous Mission residents have served, has a territory from Boston Bar to Burnaby

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