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Comet NEOWISE visits Sechelt

Comet NEOWISE visits Sechelt

Sechelt resident James MacWilliam captured the NEOWISE comet from his deck at 3:15 a.m. on Monday, July 13, as the comet was rising just east of due north.
From productive Squamish citizen to behind bars — and back?

From productive Squamish citizen to behind bars — and back?

Former local drug dealer talks of what landed him in prison and what he hopes is next
RCMP impound Lamborghini for speeding 131 km/hr in a 60 zone

RCMP impound Lamborghini for speeding 131 km/hr in a 60 zone

There may still be fewer cars on the road due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but drivers should note that the Surrey RCMP Traffic Unit is still active on the city's streets.
Anglers, conservationists continue fight against chinook regulations

Anglers, conservationists continue fight against chinook regulations

DFO points to stocks of concern, but sportfishers believe more comprehensive recovery plan needed
What’s up at council this week? (July 13)

What’s up at council this week? (July 13)

With a slew of public hearings, a regular meeting and council workshop, it’s one of the busiest weeks of the year on the municipal calendar.
SCRD questions use of public lands for commercial profit

SCRD questions use of public lands for commercial profit

Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD) directors raised questions about the use of public lands for profit after reviewing two applications to use wilderness areas for commercial recreation.
Ferries CEO asks for ‘patience’ heading into a summer of ‘sailing limitations’

Ferries CEO asks for ‘patience’ heading into a summer of ‘sailing limitations’

BC Ferries president and CEO Mark Collins says the company will not be running as many sailings this summer as it did in 2019, although it still expects to be able to meet overall demand.
Student issues warning after terrifying encounter with strangers in Richmond

Student issues warning after terrifying encounter with strangers in Richmond

A Richmond woman who survived a possible abduction attempt is sharing her terrifying experience with the public to warn others.
Burnaby woman says she was ‘berated’ after calling RCMP line

Burnaby woman says she was ‘berated’ after calling RCMP line

The phone service that answered a policing call from a Burnaby woman is trying to make amends after the woman says she was “berated” by the person who took the call.
North Vancouver’s G3 grain terminal now online

North Vancouver’s G3 grain terminal now online

The massive new grain terminal on North Vancouver’s waterfront is now fully online. G3 Terminal Vancouver, which has been in the works for five years, announced its opening with a press release on July 8.