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Sanctions, lost donations cause uncertainty

AROUND 70 members of the Squamish Nation voted to fire their chiefs and councillors, along with the band's accountants and lawyers, at a community meeting on Saturday.

American Voting Registration: Democrats Abroad is encouraging U.S. and dual citizens to register for the next election. Those interested can register Aug. 16-18, 4-7 p.m. at Trafiq Cafe & Bakery, 1860 Marine Dr., West Vancouver. Info: www.cafetrafiq.

QUESTION: I was surprised to read how little alcohol put Karen Stampfli over the limit, as revealed on the cover of North Shore News Aug. 1 (Lessons from a Drinking Driver).

NORTH Vancouver yarn bombers are dismayed that a piece of their knitting has been nabbed in the night

A rash of summer break-ins, possibly committed by a team of thieves, has West Vancouver police warning homeowners to be extra careful about locking up.

WEDNESDAY The Ambleside Orchestra rehearses Wednesdays, 3: 305: 30 p.m. at Highlands United Church, 3255 Edgemont Blvd., North Vancouver under the direction of Nicolas Krusek. There are opportunities for string players.

WEST Vancouver police have nabbed a suspect wanted in a spate of property crimes on the North Shore and around the Lower Mainland. In the early morning hours of Aug.

'Kitten season' leaves grown cats out of luck

A North Vancouver teen miraculously escaped serious injury on the weekend after he crashed naked through a plateglass window and ran through the Upper Lynn area while reportedly hallucinating on magic mushrooms.