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The District of Sechelt is looking for input on its first complete review of the zoning bylaws since 1987. Andrew Allen, director of planning and development, is leading the overhaul of Zoning Bylaw 580.

You could install speed-of-light 5G wi-fi across the entire fleet with all the money governments have spent studying B.C. Ferries over the years.

Sunshine Coast Connector makes proposal for system continuance next year

Schools up and down the Sunshine Coast are set to receive half a million dollars to stem funding shortages caused by shifting enrolment patterns brought on by COVID-19.

Two families have been temporarily forced out of their homes following a fire in Sechelt. Sechelt Fire Chief Trevor Pike said the call came in around 2 p.m. on Friday, Oct.

There’s no threat to B.C. after a 7.5-magnitude earthquake near Sand Point, Alaska, that triggered a tsunami warning for parts of Alaska.

"We threw a lot of resources at it but in the end it was a positive outcome with definite lessons learned."

While those dependent on the Chapman water system must deal with their share of water shortage hardships, Keats Island brings the necessity for conservation to a whole new level.

According to the latest update from Elections BC, 8,338 voters in Powell River-Sunshine Coast have requested mail-in ballots – a significant increase over the 114 people who voted by mail in the riding in 2017. Elections BC said as of 11:59 p.m.

Liberal candidate Sandra Stoddart-Hansen is a consultant with a long history in the public and private sectors. She also recently completed a term on the BC Ferry Authority board of directors and has been active as a community volunteer.