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Are shoulder checks necessary?

Some driving schools are teaching mirror adjustment techniques to replace shoulder checks...
Kinglets are species at risk

Kinglets are species at risk

Kinglets are small hyperactive insectivore's part of the family of birds that includes the gnatcatchers and warblers...
Sugarplums dancing in Duchess of Dirt's head

Sugarplums dancing in Duchess of Dirt's head

I love Christmas! It is one of a very few bright spots in an otherwise dreary, non-gardening winter...

Some happy on their own on Christmas

Christmas is not a tradition for everyone and that I find it difficult sometimes to convince people that I am happy on my own on Dec. 25.

Being designated driver not good idea for new drivers

Drivers who are part of B.C.'s Graduated Licencing Program (GLP) are limited to the number of passengers that they are allowed to carry
Owls come in large and small sizes

Owls come in large and small sizes

The northern pygmy owl stands only seven inches tall and has a wingspan of 14 to 16 inches...

How speed measurement works

An officer starts a shift by checking the instrument to ensure that it is operating as intended by the manufacturer...

Ways for Comox Valley seniors to stay connected with family

For many seniors, the "most wonderful time of the year" can be a very lonely one...
Duchess of Dirt can't resist Christmas catcus

Duchess of Dirt can't resist Christmas catcus

Was shopping for a friend...in a nursery, of course. Was only there to buy specifically for the friend...

Parking properly on hills

When I was a new driver I almost learned the hard way how important it was to turn the wheels properly to park safely on a hill...