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Abby Sikh numbers double in a decade
The number of Sikhs in the Abbotsford area has almost doubled in the past 10 years, confirming its place as a major hub for citizens of Punjabi descent, according to 2011 Statistics Canada data released on Wednesday.
Fringe candidates have many reasons for running
Why would someone want to run in an election they have no hope of winning? The reasons are many: Frustration with party politics, motivation to promote an extreme ideology, or a fixation on one particular issue.
Reimer to be inducted
Wheelchair racing legend Eugene Reimer of Abbotsford will be inducted into the Athletics Canada Hall of Fame.
Maple Ridge - Mission riding
Health care: After the 2009 election, Mission residents were startled when BC Liberals said they would close Mission Memorial Hospital's emergency ward. The Liberals backed down after massive protests, but concerns remain about the long-term sustainability of health care in the Fraser Valley, as well as ongoing long wait times.
Goalkeeper to continue soccer career at South Carolina school
Mike Warn has logged plenty of kilometres to develop into an elite goalkeeper. Now that commitment is taking him to South Carolina this fall.
North Road puts on 'feel good' event for moms
With Mother's Day just around the corner, one neighbourhood business association is planning something special for all moms out there.
Local dancer in Dream
Burnaby dancer Joanna Hsieh is on stage this month with the Coastal City Ballet, in a newly commissioned premiere of A Midsummer Night's Dream, choreographed by Irene Schneider, who is the former artistic director of Germany's Magdeburg Ballet.
LOOK AT THE SCIENCE WHEN IT COMES TO GM FOODS
Re: "These foods are cause for alarm," letter to the editor, Wednesday, April 10.
Van Ostrand presented IBAF award
Richmond native and longtime senior national team member Jimmy Van Ostrand has been named the International Baseball Federation's (IBAF) Senior Athlete of the Year for 2012.
Youngest Reinhart gets call as Captain Canada
WEST Vancouver's Sam Reinhart will lead Canada into battle as team captain for the 2013 IIHF Ice Hockey U18 World Championship tournament running April 18-28 in Sochi, Russia.
Ndidi O. brings her own tone to fest
The Burnaby NOW's Marelle Reid recently chatted with singer Ndidi Onukwulu about her career and her upcoming performance at this summer's Burnaby Blues and Roots Festival.
Jack Gin has a challenge for you
When Terry Fox embarked on his Marathon of Hope to run across Canada in support of cancer research, he asked every Canadian to donate just one dollar towards the cause. In 1980, that would have meant about $25 million.
Ndidi O. brings her own tone to fest
The Record's Marelle Reid recently chatted with singer Ndidi Onukwulu about her career and her upcoming performance at this summer's Burnaby Blues and Roots Festival.
A boost, big brands and blushing brides
ADIDAS is championing a shoe it claims will change running forever.
