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Cap students seek legislative love

Capilano students were looking for love at the provincial legislature on Vale-ntine's Day, asking politicians to address their concerns with post-secondary funding.

Lawsuit launched against District

Another lawsuit has been filed against the District of Sechelt for their handling of the Target Marine Hatcheries rezoning application.

B.C. unveils 2012 budget

British Columbia's 2012 budget forecasts a deficit of $968 million during the next fiscal year, a number that would bring total debt in the province to $57.6 billion. The budget was released Feb.

ELF considers A87124 occupation

The controversy surrounding B.C. Timber Sales (BCTS) cutblock A87124 continued to mount last week when it was revealed that Elphinstone Logging Focus (ELF) began construction of a protest site on a logging road into the area.

NDP targets lumber exports

The B.C. NDP has set its sights on raw log exports, criticizing the province for exporting the resource at the expense of home grown manufacturing jobs.

Diagnosis in on B.C. health care

A report called into question the adequacy of seniors' health care in the province Feb. 14, making 176 recommendations to address what critics have called a "crisis" in B.C.

Garden to preserve biodiversity

The Sunshine Coast Botanical Garden Society hopes to preserve biodiversity by creating a 1.6-hectare native plant garden at their site on Mason Road in West Sechelt.

Jean Clarke leaves a legacy of love and music

Jean Clarke, a long-time supporter of the Sunshine Coast and its Community Foundation has died at age 92 of age-related complications. Clarke was a passionate advocate of children and families.

B.C. named forest capital of Canada

The Province of British Columbia has been named Forest Capital of Canada for the year 2012 by the Canadian Forestry Association (CFA) in honour of the 100th anniversary of the BC Forest Service.

Coast Reporter nominated for five awards

Coast Reporter has been named a finalist in five categories for this year's British Columbia and Yukon Community Newspaper Awards (BCYCNA).