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Public trickles in to SCRD water events

Public trickles in to SCRD water events

Water strategy public engagement to carry SCRD areas, including Pender Harbour, Halfmoon Bay, Sechelt, Langdale and Keats Island to 2050 on during June.
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Someone built a miniature Beachcombers boat that actually works

Someone built a miniature Beachcombers boat that actually works

The Beachcombers TV show's iconic Persephone floats once again — on a much smaller scale — thanks to a hobbyist in Ontario and his radio controller know-how.
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How to pay for sewage treatment? SCRD users band together on issues

How to pay for sewage treatment? SCRD users band together on issues

Sewer system users in SCRD want local government to adjust asset management plan funding formulas to be based on shared reserve, debt and grant models.
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West Van MP highlights federal plan for single-use plastics ban

West Van MP highlights federal plan for single-use plastics ban

The ban on manufacture and import of the plastics comes into effect in December 2022 with the ban on sale a year later.
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Porsche fire in Gibsons 'appeared to be deliberately set'

Porsche fire in Gibsons 'appeared to be deliberately set'

Firefighters quickly extinguished the fire and prevented fuel runoff from contaminating a salmon-bearing stream.
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Letters: Consultation on Sechelt's new zoning bylaw – what’s the point?

Letters: Consultation on Sechelt's new zoning bylaw – what’s the point?

'Bylaw 580 is a significant and complex land use document and the proposed changes are major for West Sechelt residents. As every residential property will be rezoned via this bylaw, residents need a clear understanding of what this will mean as these new regulations will affect them for years to come.'
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Here's how you can plant for pollinating partners on the Sunshine Coast

Here's how you can plant for pollinating partners on the Sunshine Coast

Want to help? Here are some native plant species for butterflies and bees
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Letters: Coast must act to prevent future heat wave deaths

Letters: Coast must act to prevent future heat wave deaths

'The majority of these deaths occurred indoors. At the same time, many of our community members who are homeless, or who are inadequately housed, also face danger from these extreme weather conditions. B.C. will at last finally implement a Heat Alert Warning System but this is not enough to directly help people.'
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Letters: Gibsons Marina would be glad to support cleanup

Letters: Gibsons Marina would be glad to support cleanup

'In the past, we at Gibsons Marina have worked with community groups on a number of environmental projects. We have partnered with Chapman Creek Hatchery’s summer programs, and were proud that we were the first (and so far only) marina in B.C. to qualify for the International Blue Flag designation, recognizing our commitment to environmental stewardship.'
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In newly opened dog park, legacy of beloved local dog trainer lives on

In newly opened dog park, legacy of beloved local dog trainer lives on

Ardent local animal advocate Jane Bowers was known for her compassion, dedication and knowledge. After receiving 75 letters to council, District of Sechelt named its new dog park in her honour. The park opened with a celebration June 19.
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