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Tweaks coming for Sunshine Coast riparian rules: SCRD holding public hearing

Tweaks coming for Sunshine Coast riparian rules: SCRD holding public hearing

The Sunshine Coast Regional District wants to strengthen its protection of local riparian areas by making three amendments to bylaws as a way to meet provincial requirements. These proposed amendments will be discussed at a public hearing June 24, 2024.
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Local Charm/Global Polish: Pender Harbour’s Painted Boat Resort is an integral part of the community

Local Charm/Global Polish: Pender Harbour’s Painted Boat Resort is an integral part of the community

Waking up in one of 31 guest villas at the Painted Boat Resort consciousness is accompanied by mild surprise. No bedside alarm beams the time with crimson rigidity. No wall clock admonishes the late sleeper.
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A motley fleet hits the water for offbeat, no-motor race to Alaska

A motley fleet hits the water for offbeat, no-motor race to Alaska

The race starts at noon on Wednesday from Victoria’s Inner Harbour.
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School District 46 discusses safety, growth with new classroom additions and earthquake retrofitting

School District 46 discusses safety, growth with new classroom additions and earthquake retrofitting

Capital projects including Gibsons Elementary expansion and new childcare facility at Cedar Grove
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Gibsons RCMP service calls down in Q1 — for good reason

Gibsons RCMP service calls down in Q1 — for good reason

Boundary change for detachment means Elphinstone is no longer included in Gibsons RCMP quarterly statistics.
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Youngster from Tla'amin completes Sunshine Coast Trail

Youngster from Tla'amin completes Sunshine Coast Trail

Solo journey from Sarah Point to Saltery Bay cultivates patience and sense of accomplishment
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Opening of new playground at Gibsons Public Market draws big crowd

Opening of new playground at Gibsons Public Market draws big crowd

Thanks to $1 million donation, the new Judi 'Bubs' Libin Park and Play Centre at Gibsons Public Market officially opened June 6, with a large gathering of family and friends.
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Letters: Sue Big Oil presenting to District of Sechelt this week

Letters: Sue Big Oil presenting to District of Sechelt this week

Editor: We are delighted to report that a petition circulated by the Sunshine Coast Sue Big Oil campaign has reached a milestone of more than 2,000 local signatures.
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Halfmoon Happenings: Difficult goodbyes

Halfmoon Happenings: Difficult goodbyes

Linda McMahon steps back from Halfmoon Happenings
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Airline resumes service to and from Powell River Airport

Airline resumes service to and from Powell River Airport

Runway had been closed for rehabilitation since April
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