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Three T's for hikers: essentials to stay safe on Sunshine Coast mountains this spring

Three T's for hikers: essentials to stay safe on Sunshine Coast mountains this spring

Sunshine Coast Search and Rescue warns hikers to prepare for winter-like conditions in the mountains despite favourable spring weather in lower areas
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Necropsy planned for dead grey whale that washed up near Tofino

Necropsy planned for dead grey whale that washed up near Tofino

The carcass that washed up near Tofino this week could be part of a troubling trend of spring stranding events along the North American coast.
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Pet Valu Dog Guide walks take place in Gibsons and Sechelt

Pet Valu Dog Guide walks take place in Gibsons and Sechelt

Proceeds raised from both walks help pay for vital dog guides through the Lions Club Foundation of Canada.
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Municipal tax rates rise 8 per cent in Gibsons 2025 budget

Municipal tax rates rise 8 per cent in Gibsons 2025 budget

Gibsons progresses 2025 tax rates with municipal tax hike, along with increases in garbage, sewer, and water rates
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Why climate change wasn't a priority in the federal election

Why climate change wasn't a priority in the federal election

It wasn’t just due to President Donald Trump’s threats, says UBC political science prof.
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Sechelt Q1 report highlights ongoing and completed work priorities

Sechelt Q1 report highlights ongoing and completed work priorities

The Q1 report includes updates on everything from the arts to the environment, communications to pickleball.
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Pender Harbour town hall updated on DRIPA court challenge

Pender Harbour town hall updated on DRIPA court challenge

Close to 200 people attended the Pender Harbour and Area Residents Association (PHARA) April 30 community update session at the area’s community hall.
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shíshálh Nation receives $3.2M for water meters

shíshálh Nation receives $3.2M for water meters

Province is funding 550 automated water meters for the nation
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Electric ferry charge barge design ready for potential 2026 construction

Electric ferry charge barge design ready for potential 2026 construction

Electric passenger ferry service to Gibsons, Bowen Island and Vancouver expects to start formal permitting for the Gibsons charge barge later this year and construction next year, says the Greenline Ferries CEO.
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Watch: Injured dolphin dies despite rescue efforts off North Vancouver shore

Watch: Injured dolphin dies despite rescue efforts off North Vancouver shore

Rescuers from Vancouver Aquarium tried to stabilize the animal, who appeared to have wounds from an orca attack.
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