http://www.squamishchief.com Squamish News , Squamish Events , Squamish Directories. http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100729/SQUAMISH0101/307299998/1043/downtown-house-burns-to-the-ground Flames shot dozens of feet above the southern end of downtown early Thursday morning as a detached home on the corner of Second Avenue and Main Street became completely engulfed just after 2 a.m. Meagan Robertson mrobertson@squamishchief.com Thu, 29 Jul 2010 12:06:00 -0400 http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100729/SQUAMISH0101/307299998/1043/downtown-house-burns-to-the-ground http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100727/SQUAMISH0101/307279996/1043/local-re-enacts-great-grandfather-s-historic-trek One hundred years ago Saturday (July 31) will mark the centennial of naming the first B.C. expanse of land dedicated purely for public enjoyment, Strathcona Park.During an expedition to assess Vancouver Island's lands in 1910, then-B.C. Minister of Meagan Robertson mrobertson@squamishchief.com Tue, 27 Jul 2010 06:00:00 -0400 http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100727/SQUAMISH0101/307279996/1043/local-re-enacts-great-grandfather-s-historic-trek http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100727/SQUAMISH0101/307279997/1043/government-road-closed-to-southbound-traffic The District of Squamish sent out a notification at 3:25 p.m. today advising travellers Government Road is closed to southbound traffic between Garibaldi Way and Mamquam Road.Only one-way northbound traffic is being allowed onto this stretch of Tue, 27 Jul 2010 18:03:00 -0400 http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100727/SQUAMISH0101/307279997/1043/government-road-closed-to-southbound-traffic http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100726/SQUAMISH0101/307269996/1043/harbour-enforcement-to-be-stepped-up Anyone hoping to enjoy unlimited stay aboard their sailboat, houseboat or other marine craft moored along the Squamish Oceanfront may not have that opportunity for much longer. Meagan Robertson mrobertson@squamishchief.com Mon, 26 Jul 2010 06:00:00 -0400 http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100726/SQUAMISH0101/307269996/1043/harbour-enforcement-to-be-stepped-up http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100726/SQUAMISH0101/307269997/1043/gearjammer-turnout-exceeds-expectations Mountain bikers keen on riding in next year's Gearjammer XC MTB race will have to register early if last Saturday's (July 24) turnout is any indication.'It's been amazing,' said race director Jo-Anne Sykes.'I think next year we're probably on the Nicole Trigg Special to The Chief Mon, 26 Jul 2010 06:00:00 -0400 http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100726/SQUAMISH0101/307269997/1043/gearjammer-turnout-exceeds-expectations http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100723/SQUAMISH0101/307239958/1043/japanese-visit-adds-to-squamish-fan-base Seventy 14-year-old Japanese girls now call Squamish their Canadian home after attending an English language camp at Quest University for eight days from July 12 to 20.The Vancouver-based Muskoka Language International exchange co-ordinator Meagan Robertson mrobertson@squamishchief.com Fri, 23 Jul 2010 06:00:00 -0400 http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100723/SQUAMISH0101/307239958/1043/japanese-visit-adds-to-squamish-fan-base http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100723/SQUAMISH0101/307239974/1043/council-terms-extended-to-four-years If changes in municipal election rules had come into effect before the 2008 campaign, Squamish might have a different mayor today. And it's unclear if the new four-year term will mean a certain change in leadership in 2011.On July 7, the B.C. Meagan Robertson mrobertson@squamishchief.com Fri, 23 Jul 2010 06:00:00 -0400 http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100723/SQUAMISH0101/307239974/1043/council-terms-extended-to-four-years http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100723/SQUAMISH0101/307239975/1043/crime-stats-highlight-downtown-problems Squamish has seen a dramatic spike in business break-ins, theft under $5,000 and assaults in 2010, reaching the same rate in the first six months as all of last year.The spike is largely due to a rash of downtown crime, and substance abuse is often Meagan Robertson mrobertson@squamishchief.com Fri, 23 Jul 2010 06:00:00 -0400 http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100723/SQUAMISH0101/307239975/1043/crime-stats-highlight-downtown-problems http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100723/SQUAMISH0101/307239950/1043/sunshine-tourney-makes-for-good-season-finisher Bats were cracking, line drives were flying and good times were had by all at the wrap-up weekend tournament for the Squamish Slo Pitch Association (SSPA) this past weekend (July 16 to 18) at Brennan Park and Hendricksons baseball diamonds. Meagan Robertson mrobertson@squamishchief.com Fri, 23 Jul 2010 06:00:00 -0400 http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100723/SQUAMISH0101/307239950/1043/sunshine-tourney-makes-for-good-season-finisher http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100723/SQUAMISH0101/307239954/1043/new-signs-promote-bike-friendliness More alert Squamish residents may have noticed several new signs popping up around town over the past week, and local biker and community activist Jim Harvey hopes everyone heeds the sentiments behind the new 'Share the Road' signage. Steven Hill Special to The Chief Fri, 23 Jul 2010 06:00:00 -0400 http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100723/SQUAMISH0101/307239954/1043/new-signs-promote-bike-friendliness http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100723/SQUAMISH0101/307239955/1043/ring-creek-still-needs-work-resident Long time local Karl Schaer has lived at the top of Ring Creek Road for 42 years and says he's dealt with his fair share of road issues. Meagan Robertson mrobertson@squamishchief.com Fri, 23 Jul 2010 06:00:00 -0400 http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100723/SQUAMISH0101/307239955/1043/ring-creek-still-needs-work-resident http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100723/SQUAMISH0101/307239957/1043/briefs-from-the-squamish-rcmp Mischief Submitted Fri, 23 Jul 2010 06:00:00 -0400 http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100723/SQUAMISH0101/307239957/1043/briefs-from-the-squamish-rcmp http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100722/SQUAMISH0101/307229998/1043/council-passes-ssc-reins After four years promoting tourism, advancing business interest and managing the Adventure Centre, the Squamish Sustainability Corporation (SSC) as the town knew it is no more. Meagan Robertson mrobertson@squamishchief.com Thu, 22 Jul 2010 06:00:00 -0400 http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100722/SQUAMISH0101/307229998/1043/council-passes-ssc-reins http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100721/SQUAMISH0101/307219997/1043/capilano-agrees-to-enter-oceanfront-project Capilano University is one step closer to being an official partner in the Squamish Oceanfront Development Corporation (SODC) plans. Meagan Robertson mrobertson@squamishchief.com Wed, 21 Jul 2010 17:03:00 -0400 http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100721/SQUAMISH0101/307219997/1043/capilano-agrees-to-enter-oceanfront-project http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100721/SQUAMISH0101/307219998/1043/material-gathered-where-jodi-henrickson-last-seen Investigators are processing several bags worth of material gathered Saturday (July 17) after volunteers, police, and search and rescue workers combed the Bowen Island locale believed to be the last place missing Squamish teen Jodi Henrickson was... Sylvie Paillard spaillard@squamishchief.com Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:03:00 -0400 http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100721/SQUAMISH0101/307219998/1043/material-gathered-where-jodi-henrickson-last-seen http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100719/SQUAMISH0101/100719995/1043/north-vancouver-exchange-student-dies-after-near-drowning-at-alice A 17-year-old Chinese exchange student is dead after being found unconscious in the water at Alice Lake during a busy Saturday afternoon (July 17). Sylvie Paillard spaillard@squamishchief.com Mon, 19 Jul 2010 06:00:00 -0400 http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100719/SQUAMISH0101/100719995/1043/north-vancouver-exchange-student-dies-after-near-drowning-at-alice http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100716/SQUAMISH0101/307169946/1043/time-running-out-to-spend-funding The district only has seven months to spend the $375,000 grant to re-build the pavilion and no one seems to know where it's headed. More than a year and a half after Squamish was awarded the grant no work has been done, no one outside the district is Meagan Robertson mrobertson@squamishchief.com Fri, 16 Jul 2010 06:00:00 -0400 http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100716/SQUAMISH0101/307169946/1043/time-running-out-to-spend-funding http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100716/SQUAMISH0101/307169954/1043/locals-save-injured-barred-owl Saving raptors has become one of Thor Froslev%26#8217;s favourite things.%26#8220;It feels good every time,%26#8221; he says.And last week, the local eagle hospital builder got to do just that thanks to a few other animal lover. Sylvie Paillard spaillard@squamishchief.com Fri, 16 Jul 2010 06:00:00 -0400 http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100716/SQUAMISH0101/307169954/1043/locals-save-injured-barred-owl http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100716/SQUAMISH0101/307169955/1043/uncertainty-surrounds-on-call-teachers It's not an easy life being an on call teacher in the Sea to Sky Corridor. Uncertainty around scheduling, income and the future permeates every moment. Meagan Robertson mrobertson@squamishchief.com Fri, 16 Jul 2010 06:00:00 -0400 http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100716/SQUAMISH0101/307169955/1043/uncertainty-surrounds-on-call-teachers http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100716/SQUAMISH0101/307169956/1043/legendary-alpinist-recounts-intense-adventures Climbers from around the world generally flock to Squamish to experience the challenges of famous local pitches, and starting Wednesday (July 14), outdoor enthusiasts are enjoying even more adventures ' albeit vicariously. Meagan Robertson mrobertson@squamishchief.com Fri, 16 Jul 2010 06:00:00 -0400 http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100716/SQUAMISH0101/307169956/1043/legendary-alpinist-recounts-intense-adventures http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100716/SQUAMISH0101/307169959/1043/developer-introduces-new-small-lot-concept It's been five year in the works, but now a new type of neighbourhood is set to be unveiled by the end of summer.The Maples, located at the Loggers Lane and Finch Drive intersection, is the first small lot development project in Squamish. Meagan Robertson mrobertson@squamishchief.com Fri, 16 Jul 2010 06:00:00 -0400 http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100716/SQUAMISH0101/307169959/1043/developer-introduces-new-small-lot-concept http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100716/SQUAMISH0101/307169964/1043/police-return-to-scene-of-missing-teen-case RCMP investigators are returning to the scene of Jodi Henrickson's disappearance Saturday (July 17) in an attempt to 'narrow down the area of a possible crime scene,' according to a police press release. Sylvie Paillard spaillard@squamishchief.com Fri, 16 Jul 2010 06:00:00 -0400 http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100716/SQUAMISH0101/307169964/1043/police-return-to-scene-of-missing-teen-case http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100716/SQUAMISH0101/307169965/1043/you-can-help-women-s-society-help-women Residents have the power to help the Howe Sound Women's Centre prove that 'Healthy Women Change the World' by voting for a proposal that can earn organizers $25,000.Centre organizers provide numerous programs to improve the health of women in the Meagan Robertson mrobertson@squamishchief.com Fri, 16 Jul 2010 06:00:00 -0400 http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100716/SQUAMISH0101/307169965/1043/you-can-help-women-s-society-help-women http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100716/SQUAMISH0101/307169966/1043/businesses-staying-afloat-after-golf-course-closure Despite having to lay off a few employees, two local businesses affiliated to a recently shutdown golf course are staying afloat.Since the Garibaldi Springs golf course shut down on May 31, sister businesses Rockwell's Bar and Grill and Executive Meagan Robertson mrobertson@squamishchief.com Fri, 16 Jul 2010 06:00:00 -0400 http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100716/SQUAMISH0101/307169966/1043/businesses-staying-afloat-after-golf-course-closure http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100716/SQUAMISH0101/307169968/1043/environmental-club-seeks-guides If taking long walks, listening to the birds and sharing knowledge about the ecosystem seem like a great way to spend free time, than you may be the ideal volunteer interpretive guide. Zoe Szuch zszuch@squamishchief.com Fri, 16 Jul 2010 06:00:00 -0400 http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100716/SQUAMISH0101/307169968/1043/environmental-club-seeks-guides http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100716/SQUAMISH0101/307169970/1043/council-disagrees-over-email-rules District of Squamish council members held a heated debate over transparency and what individual members are entitled to express during the Tuesday (July 13) Committee of the Whole meeting.A document presented during the meeting outlined a new Meagan Robertson mrobertson@squamishchief.com Fri, 16 Jul 2010 06:00:00 -0400 http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100716/SQUAMISH0101/307169970/1043/council-disagrees-over-email-rules http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100716/SQUAMISH0101/307169977/1043/publisher-on-the-move After more than 11 years with the paper, Chief publisher Tim Shoults is on the move to B.C.'s Interior as publisher of the Kamloops Daily News at the end of this month.Glacier Media, the parent company of The Chief and the Daily News, announced Fri, 16 Jul 2010 06:00:00 -0400 http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100716/SQUAMISH0101/307169977/1043/publisher-on-the-move http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100716/SQUAMISH0101/307169951/1043/police-arrest-drunk-driving-dine-and-dash-vandal On Friday (July 9) at 9:28 p.m. police were called to the Essence of India restaurant after an intoxicated customer had caused damage inside the restaurant and left without paying for his meal. At 11:02 p.m. police attended to a vehicle blocking a... Submitted Fri, 16 Jul 2010 06:00:00 -0400 http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100716/SQUAMISH0101/307169951/1043/police-arrest-drunk-driving-dine-and-dash-vandal http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100715/SQUAMISH0101/307159997/1043/-8220-extreme-8221-fire-hazard-leads-to-district-wide-open-fire-ban Effective noon today (Thursday, July 15), all open fires, including those for cooking, warmth, and ceremonial purposes, are prohibited. Submitted Thu, 15 Jul 2010 14:03:00 -0400 http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100715/SQUAMISH0101/307159997/1043/-8220-extreme-8221-fire-hazard-leads-to-district-wide-open-fire-ban http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100714/SQUAMISH0101/100719997/1043/stranded-chief-base-jumper-rescued A stranded base jumper is now safely back on the ground more than four hours after being blown off course while attempting to jump off the Stawamus Chief's middle peak this afternoon. Sylvie Paillard spaillard@squamishchief.com Wed, 14 Jul 2010 19:17:00 -0400 http://www.squamishchief.com/article/20100714/SQUAMISH0101/100719997/1043/stranded-chief-base-jumper-rescued