Downtown business security man calls for sanctions against protesters
The courts need to crack down on protesters before the anti-Olympic movement spirals out of control, says a former Vancouver police officer.
 

Everett Crowley volunteers take on crappy job
A dog waste composter at Everett Crowley Park looks like little more than a wooden box with vent holes. But Lorna Gibbs believes it will be a model for the entire city.
 

Army's house worries principal
The principal of an elementary school says a new Salvation Army transition house for recovering addicts a half-block from the school could be traumatic for students.
 

Olympic work disrupts parking
The general manager of the Vancouver Canadians says the team will ensure baseball fans have a place to park even as construction of Olympic venues disrupts Hillcrest Park.
 

Left gathers to gripe about mayor's civil city
The steps of city hall lurched portside last Thursday as Vancouver's 16 left-leaning elected officials gathered to oppose the NPA-led city council's plan to clean up the city.
 

Night owls of a feather getting together in Pacific Spirit Park Saturday
For most nights of the year, Pacific Spirit Regional Park is closed to the public after dark. But later this month, the Greater Vancouver Regional District will make an exception for park lovers interested in night creatures with the annual Night Quest.
 

Reverend Mr. Bike calculates cost of pedalling
From April to October, Rev. Paul Borthistle commutes by bicycle from Steveston in Richmond to downtown Vancouver where he works. He also cycles to meetings.
 

Women determined to take their place in democracy
Although Vancouver has already met a national goal that 30 per cent of elected civic offices be held by women by 2026, women in politics are calling for even greater female participation.