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Wooed by a narcissist?

In Greek mythology Narcissus was a handsome, proud man who disdained those who loved him. He fell in love with his own beautiful reflection in a pool, and because he couldn’t stop looking at it, he starved to death.

School, path, garbage, speed?

A lack of concerns we haven’t. The problem is with trying to sort out the opinions, proposals, and weedy verbiage with which they are being presented. The truth probably lies somewhere in between.
Saps for the west coast maple

Saps for the west coast maple

Taking a walk in the sugar bush is an experience most Canadians equate with the eastern part of the country, but don’t tell that to Bram Lucieer.
Safe disposal

Safe disposal

Service for the hearing impaired

Service for the hearing impaired

Rick Webster was able to apply for a mortgage at CIBC on his own terms when the Parksville branch provided a sign language interpreter.
Love lift us up where we belong

Love lift us up where we belong

The popularity and charm of speed dating has found its way to the ski hill and just in time for Valentine’s Day, Mount Washington is offering singles a ride to romance.

Journeys can offer us joy

Life is a journey, an adventure that we are all a part of. Sometimes life is easy and we sail along with few concerns. Other times life seems just too hard.
Good eats, good for you

Good eats, good for you

Forget the pop, cake and junk food, residents attending local Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) facilities and programs can expect mostly nutritious food choices.

Is it worth the side effects?

Vaccines for every virus: the possibilities are endless. That’s what pharmaceutical giants like Merck would have you believe.
Setting a fire under all that ice

Setting a fire under all that ice

Even though it’s possible there could be some scraps of Christmas turkey still lurking somewhere in the back of the fridge, Qualicum Beach Councillor Barry Avis wants area residents to think about the spring — and chili.