Local News

A local author tripleheader at the Gibsons and District Public Library on Saturday, Sept. 16, at 2 p.m.

The fate of the four trees on the corner of Gibsons Way and North Road is in the hands of St. Bartholomew's parish council today, Sept. 8.

Remember when Scouts did good deeds, helped friends and neighbours, shared stories around the campfire and just enjoyed being kids? Well, they still do! And they do it in more exciting ways than ever before.

A string of fire calls ended last week with a potentially devastating blaze at Suncoast Lumber and Milling at the top of Field Road.

Business partners Dale Allenback and Denis Goulah unveiled their plans for a 227-unit congregate care seniors' housing project Wednesday evening in Sechelt.

It's back to square one for the developers of lots A and B at 458 Marine Drive. Council decided to not grant second and third readings on bylaw amendments at Tuesday's meeting, effectively killing the project - at least for now.

When Melanie Reid nominated her husband Aron for Lou Lou magazine's What a Catch contest, the pair laughed at the possibility of a win. "It was just a big joke really. We didn't think there was any way I could win," he said.

The NDP MLA for Powell River - Sunshine Coast has embarked on a fact-finding mission into the community of Bountiful, B.C. to address calls for the provincial government to investigate alleged human rights abuses.

Workers at Christensen Village in Gibsons have joined the Hospital Employees' Union (HEU) and plan to have the union bargain on their behalf for higher wages, more staff and a safer working environment at the seniors' care home.

Christine Wood Dale Allenback and his business partner Denis Goulah are planning to build a new 227-unit congregate care seniors' housing complex in Sechelt. They are holding an open house to unveil their plans to the public on Sept. 6 at 7 p.m.