News Highlights

New garbage and water parcel taxes approved by Gibsons council

New utility rate hikes effective 2025, addressing budget shortfalls and enhancing waste management strategies

Mar 28, 2025 3:14 PM Read more >

Sechelt and Pender Harbour Fire Departments receive funds

Just under $80,000 coming to the lower Sunshine Coast

Mar 27, 2025 1:49 PM Read more >

qathet grower loves working with powerful plants

Nettle from Texada and lavender from Paradise Valley can be found in many forms at the farmers' market

Mar 26, 2025 8:30 PM Read more >

SCRD March 20 meeting briefs: Art Farm rezoning ask, OCP engagement, budget 2026 process

International flavours (and not in the coffee) entered committee debate at the Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD) March 20.

Mar 26, 2025 1:17 PM Read more >

Powell River Garden Club member shares thoughts on kohlrabi

Crisp, versatile and nutritious brassica can be eaten many ways

Mar 25, 2025 7:30 PM Read more >

B.C. pub fined $3K for allowing intoxicated patron to remain

The Whistle Stop pub in Courtenay says it allowed intoxicated woman to remain while she awaited a taxi.

Mar 25, 2025 6:00 PM Read more >

Public heard, through a moderator, on Foundation Agreement

Cabinet minister and local MLA Randene Neill’s said she was 'here to listen and answer questions' in her opening statement at the March 20 virtual information session on the shíshálh Nation Foundation Agreement.

Mar 25, 2025 11:21 AM Read more >

Gibsons and Powell River receive funding for capital projects as part of BC's Gaming Grants program

$5 Million in gaming grants support 54 community projects across BC

Mar 25, 2025 11:16 AM Read more >

Conservation Officer warns against feeding deer

Understanding Foundering Disease in deer and Its risks

Mar 25, 2025 6:30 AM Read more >

qathet poetry reading a meditation in unordinary times

Book presentation at the library will be immersive and uplifting, says poet Cynthia Sharp

Mar 24, 2025 7:30 PM Read more >