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Budget talks slow going

The Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD) is facing some difficult decisions during this season's budget process.

District joins hunt for shelter space

The District of Sechelt has joined the hunt for a space to hold drop-in dinners for the lower Coast's homeless community.

Commissioner's report calls for change

B.C. Ferries needs a shift in focus and a change in funding to make the service viable again, according to review of the Coastal Ferry Act by B.C. Ferry Commissioner Gordon Macatee.

Liquidation World puts up a closed sign

Bargain hunters left Liquidation World empty handed and disappointed this week when the Gibsons store closed its doors.

Dewar comes to the Coast

The federal New Democratic leadership race will see another candidate on the Sunshine Coast next week. Paul Dewar will be on hand to meet the public and answer questions and concerns about the NDP leadership on Wednesday, Feb. 1 from 7 to 9 p.m.

Fatal accident in Roberts Creek

A 26-year-old Gibsons male passed away in a single-vehicle collision near Roberts Creek Road, Jan. 19.

Three cougar sightings reported

Several recent cougar sightings on the Sunshine Coast have prompted local conservation officers to offer safety reminders to the public.

Nominations open for child care awards

Do you know an exceptional family child-care provider, early childhood educator or innovative individual who consistently goes above and beyond in their role of helping young children grow and learn? Does your local government make a positive differe

CRTC nixes Squamish radio station bid

Squamish won't be getting a proposed new commercial FM radio station after an application put forth by Matthew McBride was denied by the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) last Friday (Jan. 20).

Celebrating Coastal volunteers

Organizers are gearing up for the second biannual Celebration of Excellence for Sunshine Coast volunteers.