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Ravens topple Best in semis

A furious start gave way to a clinical-like defensive display by the Terry Fox Ravens girls soccer team.


 

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Coquitlam's Jisoo Keel kept up the pressure over a three-round CN Future Links Pacific Championship golf tournament in Courtenay, with only one shot separating her and champion Brooke Henderson.


 

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Terry Fox Library offers families and caregivers with young children drop-in storytimes on Wednesday mornings, May 15 to June 26, from 10: 15 to 10: 45 a.m. Storytimes include books, fingerplays, songs and flannel board stories. Everyone is welcome. For info, call 604-927-7999.


 
Chilliwack secondary's Nicole Verdonk

Undefeated seasons come to an early end in playoffs

After going undefeated in the regular season, both of Chilliwack's triple-A high school girls soccer teams were knocked out of the Fraser Valley Championships last week.


 

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Friends of the Terry Fox Library hosts a book sale at the library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd., from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Proceeds go toward library programming, equipment and furniture. Info: 604-927-7999.


 
Sardis secondary's McKenzie

Storm win, Falcons fail to soar

The Chilliwack secondary senior girls soccer team took their first-round opponents in the Fraser Valley Championships by storm Tuesday, trouncing North Surrey 4-0.


 

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The Terry Fox Ravens launched the senior boys rugby playoffs with a gritty 7-5 victory over Fraser Heights last week.


 

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Tri City Christian Women's Club hosts a women's connection luncheon at the Executive Inn, 405 North Rd. in Coquitlam at noon.


 

In the now

Keith Baldrey says key ridings could make a big difference on Election Day. . 8 Readers sound off on a no-show Green candidate in Coquitlam-Maillardville. . . 9


 

CSS takes top spot

Chilliwack secondary's senior girls soccer team clinched top spot in Fraser Valley East Friday, beating Surrey's Clayton Heights 2-0 in the last game of the regular season.


 

Talons top districts

The Gleneagle Talons golf team fended off a strong challenge from the Heritage Woods Kodiaks to collect its sixth Coquitlam district title Wednesday at the Port Coquitlam's Carnoustie Golf Club.


 

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Dogwood Garden Club's annual plant sale runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m at Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St. in Coquitlam. Members will be on hand to answer questions.


 

Pitch in for clean-up week

Earth Day was officially on Monday, but Abbotsford is celebrating community clean-up week right through until Sunday, and it's never too late to pitch in and pick up.


 

'It's a big one' - local theatre legend honoured

His name has become synonymous with musical theatre in New Westminster.


 
Keenan Manning

Ten-year-old lopping off locks

Keenan Manning will hear the buzz of the clippers as they cut off his long blond locks but it's all good.


 

Richmond marathoner plans a return to Boston

Monday's running of the Boston Marathon was supposed to be the last time at the iconic event for Richmond's Tracy Marshall.


 

The tri cities now calendar

The Coquitlam Sharks Swim Club hosts a free "Try It" day from 1 to 3 p.m. at the City Centre Aquatics Complex, 1210 Pinetree Way in Coquitlam. Attendees can try their hands at waterpolo, synchronized swimming and diving, and all that's needed is a bathing suit, towel and the ability to swim 25 metres without stopping. E-mail info@coquitlamsharks. ca for info.


 

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The University Women's Club plays host to a discussion courtesy of registered nutritionist Jessica Di Tomaso. Starting at 7 p.m. at Scott Creek Middle School, the topic is "The Dos and Don'ts of Eating to Maintain a Healthy Lifestyle." All are welcome. Info: Allison, 604939-9146 or Diane, 604-937-5018.


 
Achilles Cup

Simon Fraser middle distance star does it all at Achilles

Simon Fraser University's Helen Crofts was named the Red Lion co-athlete of the week in the Great Northwest Athletic Conference.