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RCMP seek cigarette thief

Sunshine Coast RCMP are asking for assistance from the public in identifying a woman who allegedly stole cigarettes and ice cream from the Petro Canada service station on Sunday, July 24.

Fundraiser helps firefighter pedal for funds

James Ingram is encouraging residents to eat pancakes in the name of health - and for a good cause. The Gibsons resident and volunteer firefighter is holding a pancake breakfast at Smitty's Oyster House on Saturday, Aug.

Eichar receives service award

Dale Eichar, past CEO of the Sunshine Coast Credit Union, is thrilled to be named the latest recipient of the Credit Union Foundation of B.C. Dis-tinguished Service Award. "It came as a huge surprise.

Government's carry on with anti-trap measures

The Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD) is continuing its effort to ban animal traps on the Sunshine Coast.

No stalling for parking ideas

Sechelt council continued its discussion of parking management in downtown Sechelt, with some matters causing lengthy conversation at the July 20 regular meeting.

Reporter sees Coast from high above

When I was given the assignment of covering the Fraser Blues aerial performance at this year's Sea Cavalcade, I added it to my story list like any other assignment.

Chat student prepares for Brazilian adventure

While most teenage girls are enjoying the summer and gearing up for their return to school in September, 15-year-old Acacia Slingerland is preparing to embark on the trip of a lifetime.

District adopts OCP

After five years of work that began with a vision plan followed by public hearings, workshops and numerous discussions between council and community members, the District of Sechelt adopted its new official community plan (OCP) at their July 20 counc

SCRD nearing closing to adoption

After making rounds at recent open houses, the solid waste management plan (SWMP) is set to receive a few final tweaks to its final draft.

Seal saved in Sargeant Bay

A premature baby seal pup, found struggling to survive on Sargeant Bay beach, is now healthy and gaining weight at the Vancouver Aquarium, thanks to the help of Halfmoon Bay's Laura Zanini and her children.