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Make a child smile, take that lunch break

An hour a day can make a difference in a child's life, especially if it's spent having fun, making a friend and feeling valued.

Wilson hopes to resolve investigation soon

Embattled independent MP Blair Wilson said he hopes to see an outcome of an Elections Canada investigation soon. He said he has no plans to resign and is committed to working for his constituents.

Building better communities

Editor's note: This is the final part in our series profiling the nominees for the inaugural Awards of Excellence for Sunshine Coast Women. There were 22 nominations and nine finalists, which Coast Reporter has profiled in the last three weeks.

Target Marine discusses plans

About 40 people showed up at the Seaside Centre Wednesday night to express their concerns about a proposed bylaw text amendment that would allow Target Marine to process white sturgeon roe at their current hatchery site in Tuwanek.

No coal allowed

The coal burning trials at Port Mellon's Howe Sound Pulp and Paper (HSPP) have been officially snuffed out, after the Ministry of Environment's amended burning permit unequivocally banned the use of coal at the plant. The permit, issued on Dec.

Avalanche awareness on local hills

While skiers, boarders, snowshoers and other backcountry users on the Coast have a vast amount of terrain in which to play, it pays to play it safe when avalanche conditions pose potentially deadly risks.

Halloran's ice wall set to fire up Chicago

A piece of the Sunshine Coast is gaining critical acclaim in Chicago, Illinois. Sunshine Coast artist Gord Halloran's work is the focal point of the Museum of Modern Ice winter celebration in Chicago's Millennium Park Feb. 1 to 29.

Sewer solution getting closer

The District of Sechelt is moving away from reliance on a massive new development to fund its sewage infrastructure and towards a series of modular, expandable treatment plants. At a Jan.

Damage causes power boiler shut down

The power boiler at Howe Sound Pulp and Paper (HSPP) was back in operation Tuesday night after a week-long shutdown.The power boiler was shut down on the evening of Jan. 9 due to damage to some grates.

Three women create a healthier Coast

Editor's note: This is part two of a three part series profiling the nominees for the inaugural Awards of Excellence for Sunshine Coast Women. Ginny Blattler believes that you are never too old to exercise.