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'What makes me feel loved is the amazing response from my community, which has been immeasurable,' says Brian Smith, of Persephone Brewing Company, who became paralyzed in a cycling crash in July.

BC Ferries reports 36.5 per cent uptick in cancellations in spring 2023, compared to spring 2022 — a figure that could rise amid ongoing mechanical problems

‘It was like something exploded, almost like a dynamite explosion woke me up’

The Gibsons park will be closed when the work is taking place 

As of Aug. 25, the Town of Gibsons will increase water restrictions. Water consumption in June, July and August down from two previous years says director of infrastructure.

Gibsons and Halfmoon Bay fire chiefs take task force leader postings

Delays impact efforts by Sunshine Coast Regional District staff to increase Chapman Water System supplies.

While the SCRD has a draft evacuation plan for the Coast, where and how disaster may strike is uncertain. The regional district's emergency program coordinator is asking locals to be prepared to leave at a moment's notice – and know where to find the information of where to go.

'Basically, my whole purpose was to bring people in neighbourhoods together,' Amber Lidstone reflects as she retires. The new owners of the Wandering Wonders ice cream truck plan to carry on the tradition.

Selma Park Road will be closed between Highway 101 and Benner Road from about 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 23 to 25.