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RCMP investigate mischief and break-ins

Sunshine Coast RCMP is investigating a series of break-ins and mischief at the Gibsons Marina. On Jan. 29, RCMP received a report of a mischief and break and enter.

Diesel spill didn't have "serious impact"

Diesel fuel that spilled into Sechelt Inlet on Jan. 18 caused a rainbow sheen to develop over much of the water, however it wasn't cause for concern, according to the Canadian Coast Guard.

Program prepares SIB members for careers in education

A new program to help Sechelt Indian Band (SIB) members prepare for a career in education has been made possible through a grant from the provincial government and a partnership between Capilano University and the SIB.

Majority in favour of Target's diversification

The majority of residents who came to a public hearing about Target Marine Hatcheries' plans for diversification were in favour of the idea, however some nearby neighbours were not.

Teachers win restoration of class-size

The provincial government has been ordered by the B.C. Supreme Court to pay $2 million in damages to the B.C. Teachers Federation (BCTF) in a ruling released Jan. 27.

Pro-George merchants defy boycott threat

Gibsons Landing merchants who are publicly supporting the George Hotel and condo project are defying a resident's threat to boycott their businesses.

Round one approves $500K in new spending

The Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD) board ended its first round of budget deliberations last week by approving about $500,000 in new spending items that will be funded by taxation, treasurer Tina Perreault said in an interview Monday.

Library signs first-ever funding agreement

For the first time in history the Sechelt Public Library has a formal funding agreement to secure its operating funds for the next five years.

Province eyes new process for Howe Sound planning

While no senior government funding has been committed for a comprehensive Howe Sound management plan, the province is looking at trying a new approach to get the process rolling, Future of Howe Sound Society (FHSS) executive director Ruth Simons said

Bat activity

A disease that has killed millions of bats in eastern North America may arrive in British Columbia and Sunshine Coast residents are being asked to report sightings of bats in winter.