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From tank to freedom: Chapman Creek Hatchery ready for first Salmon Release Festival

From tank to freedom: Chapman Creek Hatchery ready for first Salmon Release Festival

The public is invited to help return the fish to their natural habitat on May 21 for the launch of the inaugural event.
Food bank demand is growing on the Sunshine Coast – what needs to be done?

Food bank demand is growing on the Sunshine Coast – what needs to be done?

The third annual Coast Wide Food Bank Drive launched last week and is looking to raise $150,000 for the Sunshine Coast's four food banks.
Sechelt's accumulated surplus and financial assets up $6.1 million: Council briefs

Sechelt's accumulated surplus and financial assets up $6.1 million: Council briefs

Meeting business included receipt of Sechelt’s audited 2021 financial statements.
There will be at least one SCRD director’s position open this fall

There will be at least one SCRD director’s position open this fall

As the Roberts Creek director announces he will not run for re-election this fall, the Sunshine Coast could be voting in at least two elections come October.
Former Blue Heron site may become a small lodge

Former Blue Heron site may become a small lodge

Future plans for the long time and recently closed Blue Heron restaurant site got a range of “thumbs up” comments from members of Sechelt’s Advisory Planning Commission (APC).
How can sea cans help rural B.C. communities through the next big emergency?

How can sea cans help rural B.C. communities through the next big emergency?

After 2021 saw a heat dome, massive wildfires and an atmospheric river that triggered floods and landslides that cut off supply chains, HEMBC is adding to a program it launched before the pandemic. 
BC Ferries fuel surcharge going up June 1 due to record gas prices

BC Ferries fuel surcharge going up June 1 due to record gas prices

The dollar amount of the increase will vary depending on the route and the fare chosen.
Letter: BC Ferries, cancel the Circle Trip campaign

Letter: BC Ferries, cancel the Circle Trip campaign

Letters: Backyard RVs are win-win on the Sunshine Coast

Letters: Backyard RVs are win-win on the Sunshine Coast

Flying discs enchant Halfmoon Bay students

Flying discs enchant Halfmoon Bay students

The kids were so enthusiastic that an after-school disc golf program was formed