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Developer criticizes Gibsons bylaws

Efforts to build affordable housing in Gibsons have been stymied by unforeseen costs and challenging market conditions, developer Blane Hagedorn reported to the July 17 Gibsons committee of the whole.

Coast veterans 'surprised' with Korean peace honours

Three Sunshine Coast veterans were presented with the Republic of Korea's (ROK) Ambassador for Peace medal, July 7.

Sechelt man charged in ATV accident

Nicholas Sean Forster, 19, of Sechelt was charged July 14 with dangerous driving causing death and failing to stop at an accident causing death in relation to Friday's collision that killed 21-year-old Shelby Rowland.

Weekly police report

Sunshine Coast RCMP reported the following for July 10 to 17: On July 10, an on-duty officer witnessed a vehicle speeding on Gibsons Way near Henry Road and initiated a traffic stop.

New principal for Madeira Park

School District No. 46 (SD46) has appointed Barry Krangle as the new principal of Madeira Park Elementary School effective Aug.

Keep your cool and save some money

This summer, have fun in the sun, but keep your cool indoors. Here are some tips on how to be smart with your power and cut down on your electricity use and costs.

Dog days of summer can be dangerous for pets

As the temperature rises, so do the risks for your pet. That's the message from the BC SPCA as it ramps up efforts to raise awareness about the hazards and potentially fatal consequences when mixing hot summer heat and animals.

Push for passenger ferry taking shape

Local officials are hoping for a chance to pitch the idea of a passenger-only ferry service on the Sunshine Coast to Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Blair Lekstrom this fall.

Community mourning the loss of Shelby Rowland

The community is mourning the loss of Shelby Rowland, 21, who was killed on Friday afternoon, July 13, while riding an ATV on a forest service road in West Sechelt.

New Sechelt bus route proposed

Changes to bus service in Sechelt have been proposed, and should the District offer their approval, the new arena route could be implemented this October.