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ICYMI: The Big Weekend sees Squamish Arts Festival, Mural Walk Festival and Open Street Day join forces

ICYMI: The Big Weekend sees Squamish Arts Festival, Mural Walk Festival and Open Street Day join forces

The three events will be held from July 25 to 27 as part of The Big Weekend, a mega festival held in downtown Squamish. 
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Squamish editorial: Our readers have lots of opinions

Squamish editorial: Our readers have lots of opinions

From housing affordability to potential ferry service, the latest polling data from The Squamish Chief offers a snapshot into what matters most to the people of Squamish.
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Marin Lowe strikes gold and bronze at Canadian XC Championships, Ella MacPhee grabs two individual silvers

Marin Lowe strikes gold and bronze at Canadian XC Championships, Ella MacPhee grabs two individual silvers

Ethan Wood wins U19 XCO, helps MacPhee and Team BC to relay bronze
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More details on the temporary Squamish pool closure

More details on the temporary Squamish pool closure

Freedom of information documents show what was happening behind the scenes when the Brennan Park Aquatic Centre was closed following a slip in the steam room.
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Kiddie Cloud Montessori takes steps to expand child care spaces in Valleycliffe

Kiddie Cloud Montessori takes steps to expand child care spaces in Valleycliffe

The child care centre located at 38320 Westway Avenue is seeking to rezone the property to accommodate more children.
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Parkrun starts in Squamish this Saturday

Parkrun starts in Squamish this Saturday

The not-for-profit is launching a weekly timed run on the Mamquam Spawning Trail this Saturday.
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Mack Manietta lone teen to break 2:40 at Panorama Canada Cup, Ruby Wells fastest among all women

Mack Manietta lone teen to break 2:40 at Panorama Canada Cup, Ruby Wells fastest among all women

Numerous other locals also collected hardware in their respective divisions
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Four serious illnesses prompt mosquito study in B.C.'s Sea to Sky

Four serious illnesses prompt mosquito study in B.C.'s Sea to Sky

Health authorities are urging people visiting or living in the Sea to Sky region to take precautions against mosquito bites following four serious viral infections last summer.
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New forest boardwalk opens in Squamish this August

New forest boardwalk opens in Squamish this August

A major eco-tourism project 12 years in the making will finally open Aug. 1 as visitors are invited to experience the natural beauty of the new Squamish Canyon attraction.
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Update: Dirt bike may have sparked small brush fire in Squamish

Update: Dirt bike may have sparked small brush fire in Squamish

The District of Squamish commends the actions of a dirt biker who stayed on scene and called for help after their vehicle may have ignited a small wildfire.
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