Local News

The Town of Gibsons has filled the position of outgoing municipal planner Michael Epp with long-time District of Sechelt community planner André Boel.

The District of Sechelt is now reporting a deficit of $481,093 for 2012, down considerably from the $960,000 deficit projected by interim chief financial officer Tim Anderson in December.

Sunshine Coast RCMP reported the following for Feb. 12 to 15: A Coast resident reported mail theft that occurred while the package was enroute from Ontario.

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Powell River-Sunshine Coast NDP members gathered in Sechelt last Sunday (Feb. 17) for a pre-election potluck lunch and annual general meeting.

British Columbians can now replace their CareCard with the new BC Services Card.

The online commenting platform for the Coast Reporter website was recently upgraded, to offer our#160; readers new options and features.

Gibsons home brewer Jeff Hay-Roe has created a beer fit to be poured alongside the best - and it will be, during the Alibi Room's 400th tap rotation celebration Feb. 18 to 21.

The newly appointed chief for the Roberts Creek Volunteer Fire Department is hoping to build on a team that is already filled with "some really strong" members.

Rogers Communications Inc. is offering to place a new wireless tower on the Gibsons and District Volunteer Fire Department property at 790 North Rd.