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The construction company behind a fatal rock blast in the Callaghan Valley in June 2006 has been issued the third highest fine in WorkSafeBC history after the investigative body released a report naming the company's "gross negligence" as a factor.

Break out your best cruise wear and limber up those legs because the Caribbean Summer Jam is back for an 11th year.The event is hosted by Vertical Reality and will take place in front of the store at 37855 Second Ave. from 2 to 7 p.m. on Sunday (Aug.

CN and the District of Squamish have reached an agreement for compensation over damage caused by the 2005 CN derailment that saw 40,000 litres of caustic soda spill into the Cheakamus River.

The B.C. Electoral Boundaries Commission released a preliminary report with recommendations for new electoral boundaries and names on Wednesday (Aug. 15), and most electoral districts saw changes, including West Vancouver- Garibaldi.

The Squamish Oceanfront Development Corporation (SODC) announced in a press release Wednesday (Aug. 8) that CEO Mike Chin will complete his contract on Sept. 9 as he moves on to an unspecified "next challenge in his career.

Art, industry and exploration came together Sunday (Aug. 12) during the fifth annual Copper and Fire festival at the BC Museum of Mining.

Last weekend most of Squamish's attention was on the 50th anniversary of Squamish Days, with events and parties running all weekend long to celebrate the historic occasion. But for John Buchanan and Meg Fellowes, Saturday (Aug.

A family of five residing on Government Road in the North Yards is without a home after fire destroyed their house in the early morning Sunday (Aug. 5).

Officials and environmental groups across the corridor say they're pleased with federal and provincial government decisions to charge CN Rail for the 2005 derailment leading to 40,000 litres of caustic soda being dumped into the Cheakamus River.

Ray Wangenrwangen@squamishchief.