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Milne top spender in first civic election under new rules

Milne top spender in first civic election under new rules

New limits on contributions and spending in municipal campaigns changed the pattern of election spending, but didn’t seem to have a huge impact on the totals in the Sechelt mayoral race.
Shíshálh language remembered amid loss of most fluent speakers

Shíshálh language remembered amid loss of most fluent speakers

Yvonne Joe (kekshiwa) died on the morning of Jan. 24 at the age of 81. The respected elder was venerated for her lifelong effort to preserve she shashishalhem – the traditional language spoken by the shíshálh people.
SCRD seeks partnership with province and shíshálh

SCRD seeks partnership with province and shíshálh

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Information needed: hit and run

Information needed: hit and run

Sunshine Coast RCMP are seeking the public's assistance after a hit and run collision at approximately 5:55 Thursday morning.
Gibsons may have to borrow for major water and sewer projects

Gibsons may have to borrow for major water and sewer projects

Gibsons council is moving forward with loan authorization bylaws so it’s able to borrow money for major water and sewer projects if necessary. During a briefing on the long-term financial plans for the water and sewer systems at the Feb.
Second wave of snow predicted

Second wave of snow predicted

First blast of winter weather cancels buses and ferries
Arena user groups clash at regional district meeting

Arena user groups clash at regional district meeting

A “stop-gap” decision means athletes will have to wait a couple more weeks to find out how ice and dry floor time will be divvied up at the two arenas operated by Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD).
Fong’s Market: Well-known Gibsons businessman mourned

Fong’s Market: Well-known Gibsons businessman mourned

Gibsons has lost a well-respected and much-loved figure in the local business community. Tain Sung Chong, co-owner of Fong’s Market on Marine Drive, died Jan. 29 at the age of 84. He leaves behind his wife, Mrs.
Youth rep could join Gibsons council at next regular meeting

Youth rep could join Gibsons council at next regular meeting

A youth representative could be joining Gibsons council at the next regular meeting, now that councillors have signed off on the terms of the reference for the position.
Robert Hogg: Creeker receives Order of Canada

Robert Hogg: Creeker receives Order of Canada

Roberts Creek resident and Simon Fraser University researcher Robert Hogg officially joined the Order of Canada Feb. 1 in an investiture ceremony at Rideau Hall. Hogg was among 125 new appointments to the order announced by Gov. Gen.