The Leeside Tunnel skateboard park, one of the more popular — and only legal — spots for graffiti artists to display their work in Vancouver provides visitors a small glimpse into the local underground world of graffiti. Despite the rebellious nature of non-commissioned street art, some artists have managed to turn their work into a … Continue reading August 6, 2015: Vancouver’s graffiti community seeks street space

Despite an online petition requesting Templeton secondary field remain open during the summer to accommodate dog owners and their pooches, not everyone in the neighbourhood agrees with the sentiment. As published in the Courier last month, an online petition led by neighbour Kat Cortes to keep the field open during the off-season has sparked a debate in … Continue reading August 5, 2015: Neighbour questions use of Templeton field as dog park

Among heavily decorated floats, loud music and energetic dancing, this Sunday’s Pride parade will have a smorgasbord of appetizing food, including a rainbow-coloured Pride doughnut. Lucky’s Doughnuts —usually exclusively sold at 49th Parallel cafes —is teaming up for the second time this year with A Loving Spoonful, a charity dedicated to helping those struggling with … Continue reading July 29, 2015: Hole lotta love for Pride doughnut

Imagine chicken strips cooked in red velvet cake batter or a cactus leaf burger with provolone cheese and sautéed mushrooms. Luckily, if you have the stomach, these unusual culinary concoctions will soon become reality. The Fair at the Pacific National Exhibition has released its 2015 food lineup so visitors can look forward to various culinary … Continue reading July 29, 2015: Jalapeño popper grilled cheese, mini doughnut poutine on PNE menu

5) AtmosFear Sitting in first place as Playland’s tallest ride, AtmosFear is an extreme version of the Wave Swinger. The 218-foot tall ride clocks in at about 70 km/h as it swings its riders in a 360-degree circle at an altitude high enough to see the city — that’s if you have your eyes open. … Continue reading July 29, 2015: Top five scariest rides at the PNE

The 2015 Honda Celebration of Light will shoot off with a (literal) bang Saturday, July 25, when China’s team Lidu kicks off the annual festival at 10 p.m. China plans to change things up a bit for the event’s 25th anniversary year. Instead of concentrating on one all-encompassing theme, it will focus on seven smaller … Continue reading July 24, 2015: The Honda Celebration of Light kicks off Saturday

The field at Templeton secondary is one of 28 school fields across the city that closes down each summer. A fence is put up to keep people off the field while workers replenish the grass. At least that’s the intention. Kat Cortes, who lives across the street with her husband and two dogs, says the … Continue reading July 17, 2015: Templeton secondary field closure no dream for dog owner

Restaurant patio season brings in a whole slew of customers who want to eat, drink and enjoy the outdoor weather. And, this being Vancouver, sometimes those customers want to enjoy the experience with their dog. An online petition to allow dogs on restaurant patios has been gaining speed, collecting 413 supporters as of July 15, … Continue reading July 15, 2015: Petition wants Vancouver patios to go to the dogs

After beating out more than 300 entries, UBC graduate Emily Davidson is one of 10 finalists to be a Cineplex pre-show host —one of only two Vancouverites in the running. Supporters may vote once per day for their favourite candidate during the online voting period. The winner will tape short segments that will be shown … Continue reading July 15, 2015: UBC grad hopes to be host with the most

Organizers behind a new event hope Vancouverites will bring their fanciest cowboy gear and best southern accents to Stanley Park for a country-immersive barbecue at the Brockton baseball diamond Saturday, Sept. 12. The novel event is limited to those at least 19 years old and will feature local alt-country and bluegrass rhythm artists The Matinee, … Continue reading July 9, 2015: Vancouver ‘Unbuckled’ for country barbeque

The Vancouver Park Board hopes a Japadog-owned food truck will temporarily meet park goers’ appetites on weekends at Trout Lake after the longtime concession closed just before Canada Day. The concession, typically open from April until September, closed because the operator retired a month ago, according to Vancouver Park Board communications manager Margo Harper. She … Continue reading July 8, 2015: Concession search still on