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Eating locally and organically may still be seen as a trend, but many people view it as a movement that is here to stay.

Saturday handyDART service has its place in the Sunshine Coast Regional District's (SCRD) 2011 budget.

Thanks to some Scout training and quick action by his son, John Jensen is alive and recovering from a cardiac arrest that could have claimed his life March 4.

After 22 years as the face of Howe Sound Pulp and Paper (HSPP), manager of environment and external relations Al Strang will be leaving his post, citing a difference of opinion with the mill's new owners.

A keen group of about 50 community members and business owners came out on March 29 to give their input on two new bylaws that will regulate mobile vending on District and private properties in Sechelt.

With the arrival of spring warming up even the chilliest of air, it's time to pack away the skis and snowshoes.

Local user groups will be hitting the ice with an extra spring in their skate. The issue of spring ice has finally come to a resolution after Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD) staff met with user groups to discuss ice rink operational fees.

Working on one of the most important ongoing global science projects is a big title to lay claim to, but Sechelt-based engineering and environmental consulting firm Pelagic Technologies has been able to do just that.

Lance and Terry Sparling were instrumental in funding the completion of the garden pavilion at the Sunshine Coast Botanical Garden, so the society has decided to name the pavilion in their honour.

Voters will be casting ballots on Monday, May 2, after the Conservative government fell in the House of Commons on Friday, March 25. The government was defeated following a vote of 156-145 on a non-confidence motion supported by the opposition.