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Target dominates OCP hearing

About 75 Target Marine Hatcheries supporters overflowed Sechelt council chambers at the official community plan (OCP) public hearing June 23.

Locals unable to save washed up shark

Pender Harbour residents sprang to action recently trying to save a shark that had washed up on the shoreline of Garden Bay. Area resident Vera Horicky was out walking her dog when she came upon her neighbours taking photos on the beach.

Governments unveil access upgrades

Accessibility improvements worth $46,000 were officially unveiled at the Rockwood Centre in Sechelt during a ceremony June 28.

Summer time safety tips

With summer finally here, Vancouver Coastal Health want to ensure you stay healthy by offering the following safety tips. Stay cool Avoid strenuous activities when the sun is at its hottest, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Weekly police report

Sunshine Coast RCMP reported the following for June 21 to 28: A witness reported a possible impaired driver on Highway 101 near Pratt Road after noting a vehicle with substantial front end damage being driven by a driver who appeared to be intoxicate

Coast Guard assists RCMP in apprehending suspect

Coast Guard members helped Sunshine Coast RCMP apprehend a Sechelt man early Thursday morning after an incident near Snickett Park. Shortly after 1 a.m. on June 30, RCMP attended Snickett Park to break up a group who were causing a disturbance.

Boat collision sends one to hospital

A 59-year-old Madeira Park man was airlifted to hospital in Vancouver following a boat accident in Pender Harbour June 28. Sunshine Coast RCMP said the accident happened around 3 p.m. on Tuesday and involved two boats.

Discourtesy increases risk of crash and road rage

With more traffic, construction-related delays, and cyclists and pedestrians on our roads than ever, how are B.C.

School vandalized after break-in

Two people were arrested at the scene of a break-in at Madeira Park Elementary School early Wednesday morning. At approximately 5 a.m. on June 29, several members of the Sunshine Coast RCMP responded to an alarm at the school. According to Cpl.

Long weekends and impaired drivers - a dangerous mix

Long holiday weekends over the summer usually see a spike in the consumption of alcohol and drugs paired with driving. The result is often a serious injury or death caused by an impaired driver.