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The Fraser Valley Regional Library offers book-selection tips, surprise book bags, flexible borrowing and a teen mentorship program to support children moving from learning to read to reading to learn.
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About 700 people visited Allco Park on Sept. 27 for the 33rd annual Rivers Day, where 25 exhibitors and community partners offered activities about local waterways, wildlife, forests and the watershed.
The Canada Border Services Agency says it arrested a person at Meadowtown Mall during an investigation under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, with assistance from an emergency response team and Maple Ridge RCMP.
The Canadian country artist will perform at The ACT Arts Centre’s Mainstage Theatre at 8 p.m. Single tickets cost $25.99 plus fees and are available online.
Lawrence Mok says he supports keeping U.S. liquor off B.C. shelves until a fair deal is reached, while disputing the NDP’s handling of the ban.
About 53 law-enforcement cyclists paused in Maple Ridge during a 406-kilometre ride honouring 135 fallen officers across British Columbia.
Friends in Need Food Bank Society is accepting new membership applications and director nominations until Sept. 28 before its Oct. 28 annual general meeting.
Mark Bailey is running for an SD 42 trustee position, pledging priorities that include literacy, numeracy, school safety, career readiness and financial accountability.
Métis mother Nicole Trudeau is seeking one of five Maple Ridge school trustee positions, pledging to prioritize student mental health, inclusion and accountable district governance.
Nicole Read will become president and CEO of the B.C. Economic Development Association on Nov. 1, succeeding longtime leader Dale Wheeldon.
Lucas Yao won 17 games, drew two and lost three during a 22-board exhibition at Vancouver’s Oakridge Park, promoting upcoming Monday chess events.
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