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ICYMI: Squamish business beat—Meet SparkBlocks, the new STEM toy for kids

ICYMI: Squamish business beat—Meet SparkBlocks, the new STEM toy for kids

‘I actually call it the learning mullet, you've got toys up front, but then in the back, it's really STEM skills and learning,‘ says co-creator.
ICYMI: Engineering student uses DIY tech to track planes during Dryden Creek fire

ICYMI: Engineering student uses DIY tech to track planes during Dryden Creek fire

While most watched the skies anxiously as wildfires raged near Brackendale, one engineering student was watching data streams. Felix Perron used simple tools to build a live aircraft tracking system from scratch.
Squamish Beer Festival expands with food, music, and local vendors

Squamish Beer Festival expands with food, music, and local vendors

As it enters its ninth year, the Squamish Beer Festival is undergoing major changes—from a larger venue to an expanded focus on arts, food, and live entertainment.
By the numbers: See how much District staff and employees made in 2024

By the numbers: See how much District staff and employees made in 2024

The District of Squamish has released its annual Statement of Financial Information (SOFI) for 2024, revealing top earners among elected officials, municipal staff, and contractors.
Squamish business beat: New app for locals to rent out their camera and sporting equipment

Squamish business beat: New app for locals to rent out their camera and sporting equipment

Photographer and videographer Jeremy Allen launches Rented Local to fill a gap in the market and put extra money in locals' pockets.
Day 10: Firefighters focus on lingering Dryden Creek hot spots

Day 10: Firefighters focus on lingering Dryden Creek hot spots

Also, despite progress in containing the Dryden Creek blaze, evacuation orders remain in place for two properties due to slope instability caused by the fire.
ICYMI: Business beat—Family-run fruit stand keeps Squamish stocked with fresh produce

ICYMI: Business beat—Family-run fruit stand keeps Squamish stocked with fresh produce

With planes flying overhead battling wildfires and smoke lingering in the air, you might expect business to slow down—but not at Daniel's Fruit Stand, where customers keep coming for their favourite local fruits.
ICYMI: New general store opens in Britannia Beach for (almost) all your needs

ICYMI: New general store opens in Britannia Beach for (almost) all your needs

In the latest redevelopment of Britannia Village, a new general store has opened, offering not only groceries but also liquor, coffee, and fresh, handmade pizza.
ICYMI: Squamish Prom 2025—Grads Celebrate at Capilano University

ICYMI: Squamish Prom 2025—Grads Celebrate at Capilano University

Saturday, June 14, Squamish grads celebrate prom 2025 at Capilano University.
Bobcat spotted on a stroll near downtown Squamish

Bobcat spotted on a stroll near downtown Squamish

Kyle Kulas and partner Tiffany Brunke spotted the animal while on a walk on June 12.