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B.C. coal mine penalized after dust emissions reach 375% over limit

B.C. coal mine penalized after dust emissions reach 375% over limit

The B.C. government penalized Conuma Resources Limited $13,000 after it breached air quality limits 32 times over 18 months.
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Woman in critical condition after Highway 99 motorcycle crash

Woman in critical condition after Highway 99 motorcycle crash

Investigators say two people were riding side by side when they collided, sending one into the wall.
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Rob Shaw: All stick, no carrot in B.C.'s housing strategy

Rob Shaw: All stick, no carrot in B.C.'s housing strategy

Coquitlam's mayor says his city is beating provincial housing targets, but government hasn't stepped up on schools, transit or child care.
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UPDATE: ICARS investigating 'serious' vehicle incident near Horseshoe Bay in West Vancouver

UPDATE: ICARS investigating 'serious' vehicle incident near Horseshoe Bay in West Vancouver

The incident near Horseshoe Bay Junction initially closed Highway 99 in both directions
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Sunshine Coast teen crochet prodigy goes public

Sunshine Coast teen crochet prodigy goes public

Matias Gannon: "I've always been artsy, so I learned to crochet during the quarantine."
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ICYMI: Judge sides with Squamish council after challenge by company behind scuttled Paradise Trails

ICYMI: Judge sides with Squamish council after challenge by company behind scuttled Paradise Trails

A British Columbia Supreme Court judge has upheld the District of Squamish council’s unanimous decision to reject a proposed eco-village near the Cheakamus River, citing fairness and good faith in the process.
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ICYMI: Squamish artists unite for sensory-rich 'Portals' exhibit

ICYMI: Squamish artists unite for sensory-rich 'Portals' exhibit

'Portals' isn’t just an art show—it’s a sensory journey designed to evoke emotion and reflection. The unique installation will be part of this year’s Squamish ArtWalk.
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Squamish business beat: Britannia Village is officially open

Squamish business beat: Britannia Village is officially open

The community hub boasts renovated and restored mine town buildings that are now home to ice cream shops, restaurants, gift stores and more.
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Q&A: Mayor Armand Hurford on why he’s not running in the next election

Q&A: Mayor Armand Hurford on why he’s not running in the next election

The Squamish Chief interviewed Hurford to ask about what led him to his decision, his plans for the future and any parting advice for the next mayor.
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When heat and drought stress trees, the consequences can be tragic

When heat and drought stress trees, the consequences can be tragic

Sometimes it happens without any more warning than the sound of cracking.
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