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Obituary: Barrie Ian Hermanson

Obituary: Barrie Ian Hermanson

The tide was at it’s only low of the day in the early hours of the morning when Pop, Barrie Ian Hermanson, passed at Sechelt Hospital, Sunday, November 24.
Obituary: Anna Banana-Frankham

Obituary: Anna Banana-Frankham

'From her early days as the self-appointed Town Fool of Victoria, her Dadaist years, her European tours, the Banana Olympics in Surrey, her Mail Art and production of Artist Stamp editions, Anna pursued a unique career as a serious clown. Anna drew attention through humour and art to the human condition and our connections with one another.'
Sunshine Coast RCMP respond to a weapons call in Madeira Park

Sunshine Coast RCMP respond to a weapons call in Madeira Park

Police are hoping witnesses in Madeira Park may have dashcam or home video to share from Friday night.
Updated: Transportation Safety Board investigating Woodfibre boat crash

Updated: Transportation Safety Board investigating Woodfibre boat crash

A crash occurred between two marine vessels working on the Squamish LNG project on Dec. 18, authorities confirm.
Trash less or pay more; SCRD solid waste fees increasing

Trash less or pay more; SCRD solid waste fees increasing

Sechelt Landfill and Pender Harbour solid waste transfer stations will be closed on New Year’s Day and new tipping fees will be in effect upon their reopening on Jan. 2.
Months of effort, mentorship make Nutcrackers come alive on the Sunshine Coast

Months of effort, mentorship make Nutcrackers come alive on the Sunshine Coast

Fourteen full-scale performances of the Nutcracker ballet marked the 12th anniversary of the holiday dance tradition on the Sunshine Coast, as two unique productions packed audiences into venues in Sechelt and Gibsons last weekend.
Nurturing human rights, commissioner reaches for bookshelf

Nurturing human rights, commissioner reaches for bookshelf

An online book club newly launched by B.C.’s human rights commissioner has selected an alumna of the Sunshine Coast Festival of the Written Arts as its first author recommendation.
SCRD adjusts board committee and liaison appointments

SCRD adjusts board committee and liaison appointments

In 2025, there will be split chairmanship for the Sunshine Coast Regional District’s committee of the whole, per a motion endorsed by the board at its Dec. 12 meeting.
Just ask Sarah: Holiday gatherings, support available

Just ask Sarah: Holiday gatherings, support available

The holiday season is here, bringing festive events and support services for people of all ages in our community.
Kisses and Kicks: December 20 edition

Kisses and Kicks: December 20 edition

Here are your kicks and kisses for the week of December 20! Kisses to the community from your posties for all of the support –– your kind words, waves, and honks…all the coffee and treats mean so much to us.