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The population of tent caterpillars on the Sunshine Coast "will probably dramatically increase over the next couple of years," warned retired agrologist Gus Butt.

Gibsons teen Muj 'Rodriguez' Saloojee is progressing well in his recovery, his family reported June 20. Hopes remain high that the injured 17-year-old will recover from his injuries.

After a coroner's inquest into the accidental death of 76-year-old Joan Andrews made nine recommendations to improve conditions, Social Development minister Stephanie Cadieux reacted to calls for a more accountable Community Living BC (CLBC).

About 100 people came out to the fourth public hearing for Target Marine Hatcheries' application to harvest sturgeon for caviar Tuesday night, with the same concerns and reasons for support expressed as in the past.

When you think of rats, you may envision destruction, but the Wharf Rats are working to restore a long-standing landmark in Davis Bay.

A Douglas fir tree found by two residents during a hike through the Roberts Creek back roads could be the oldest on the Sunshine Coast.

The provincial government reached a tentative agreement with teachers Tuesday night that is being celebrated by some and tolerated by others.

A contentious rock wall on Keats Island will be moved following a ruling by the surveyor general, but it may return after a 90-day time frame in which the owners can submit more information.

Sunshine Coast RCMP reported the following for June 19 to 26: A Coast resident reported receiving a suspicious call from a male purporting to be a police officer, requesting a donation for a youth program on the Coast.

After months of negotiations and job actions that affected report cards and extra-curricular activities, the B.C. Teachers' Federation (BCTF) and the provincial government have reached a tentative one-year deal. B.C.