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Highway 101 has been closed outside of Gibsons since late Friday evening while police investigate a collision with a pedestrian. 

Here are the good deeds (and not so good deeds) that happened in our Coast community this week!

The inaugural Great Gibsons Cookie Competition attracted a dozen bakers to a piping-hot bout, as some participants infused their culinary craft with a seasoning of media culture.

On Saturday, Nov. 30, with financial support from the Neighborhood Small Grants initiative, a very successful musical event was held at the Coopers Green Hall. 

Deadline to submit ideas for Sunshine Coast/qathet 'Spark' Mentorships and Grants Program is Dec. 13.

Also, tickets selling for Bargain Barn Christmas Raffle

'Gord’s fondest achievement was with the government in Victoria to establish the Sechelt Fire department where he fought fires and in his later years became a board member.'

'Herb will be remembered for his loving spirit, sense of humour, soft heart, hard work, resilience, and service to others.'

'Jean's love of family and friends sustained her - playing Scrabble, hosting spirited conversation and sharing coffee alongside her freshly baked cookies, squares, and pies.'

'He worked at the Edmonton Journal for 45 years. During this time he had three trades - Stereotyper, Pressman and Machinist/Millwright. In 1963, Dennis and Laura moved to their acreage near Sherwood Park, where they lived for 38 years. They enjoyed retirement in Sechelt for the past 23 years.'