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As I write this draft, yes with a pen and paper, the power in Madeira Park is out. The circumstance has me reflecting on conservation of, of course, water but also electricity.

The Aug. 8 wildfire past Port Mellon and Dogpatch is a good reminder as to why Sechelt Fire Department Chief Dwight Davison has kept the campfire/burn ban in place, despite the rain we enjoyed last week.

Also, Legendary Canadian children’s entertainer (and Sechelt resident) Charlotte Diamond is due to perform a free concert on the lawn of the Sechelt Public Library on Aug. 17, alongside her son Matt Diamond.

Resources for dementia patients range from brain games to creative arts

Doctors Ted Krickan and Paul Dhillon were part of the Canadian Medical Football Team competing in Australia.

The shíshálh swiya Dock Management Plan is to be introduced in stages and have an inventory of all existing structures. The inclusion of fresh water infrastructure has been paused.

Warning sent regarding brown granules sold as crack cocaine

The RCMP is asking for the public's help in identifying a man caught on video stealing an expensive planter from a Wharf Street business.

The August long weekend saw between 16.5 million and 18.5 million litres of water per day used out of the Chapman system, according to Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD) communications. 

Proceeds from the T-shirts, mugs and tote bags will benefit Fifty Women Unite, which wants to raise $1.5 million for SCCSS housing.