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Coast hockey group ready for franchise bid thanks to SCRD board

Coast hockey group ready for franchise bid thanks to SCRD board

The society’s goal is to have a Coast-based team on the ice for the 2023-24 season.
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Stonehurst proposal passes first reading, but heads for more developer discussions

Stonehurst proposal passes first reading, but heads for more developer discussions

Design and community amenity contributions are headed for more staff-developer discussions as council has asked for a reduction in height and massing.
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How forecasted warmer weather affects SCRD water operations

How forecasted warmer weather affects SCRD water operations

SCRD water treatment plant staff prepare for higher creek flows and adjust treatment process to ensure that drinking water quality is maintained to our high standards
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'Stowaway' on Langdale ferry had changed into a chef’s uniform

'Stowaway' on Langdale ferry had changed into a chef’s uniform

The man, who a passenger announcement said had been 'passing himself off as a member of the crew and evading the crew,' is facing charges of theft under $5,000, mischief and break and enter
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Sechelt Councillor Alton Toth to seek second term

Sechelt Councillor Alton Toth to seek second term

Councillor Alton Toth used his Sunshine Coast Regional District area director’s report at the June 23 Board meeting to announce that he will run for a second term on District of Sechelt Council.
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Sechelt council tweaks short-term rental definitions

Sechelt council tweaks short-term rental definitions

Temporary use permits may be required for secondary residence (formerly known as 'commercial') STRs
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Opinion: It's hard to be a good long-term landlord on the Coast

Opinion: It's hard to be a good long-term landlord on the Coast

'While the BC government capped rent increases for residential properties at 1.5 per cent this year, increases for property taxes and utilities, two of the larger expenses that I need to cover with the rent that I charge, went up by 28 per cent over last year’s levels.'
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B.C. COVID-19 deaths, hospitalizations, testing decline

B.C. COVID-19 deaths, hospitalizations, testing decline

Province's COVID-19 death total falls to 26 in the week ended June 18
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Harbour-Egmont Highlights: Geopia sure to be a highlight of July’s Pottery Prowl

Harbour-Egmont Highlights: Geopia sure to be a highlight of July’s Pottery Prowl

Also, Madeira Market has paused – for now
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It's the Gibsons Landing Jazz Festival this weekend!

It's the Gibsons Landing Jazz Festival this weekend!

The Gibsons Landing Jazz Festival kicks off this weekend with five performances at Gibsons-area venues, and a bonus performance on July 1. 
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