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'Bears are not tourist attractions': Motorists' dangerous stunt sparks outrage in Whistler

'Bears are not tourist attractions': Motorists' dangerous stunt sparks outrage in Whistler

Video captures people pulling over on the side of a busy highway to get close to a bear and two cubs.
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Whooping cough cases on the rise in Pemberton area

Whooping cough cases on the rise in Pemberton area

VCH asks residents be aware of the symptoms and urges children, pregnant people, and caregivers to get vaccinated against pertussis
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Holmgren sisters lead Canadian podium sweep at World Cup cross-country race

Holmgren sisters lead Canadian podium sweep at World Cup cross-country race

Squamish's Ella MacPhee finished third
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First LNG modules arrive at Woodfibre site in Squamish

First LNG modules arrive at Woodfibre site in Squamish

Construction is 'going vertical' at the Woodfibre LNG site near Squamish as workers begin installing enormous pre-fabricated steel structures that arrived by sea over the weekend.
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Squamish poll: Majority support full-season campfire ban to prevent wildfires

Squamish poll: Majority support full-season campfire ban to prevent wildfires

The Squamish Chief polled 404 readers, asking 'Should there be a campfire ban all season to prevent wildfires?'
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District of Squamish warned for non-compliance over unauthorized wells

District of Squamish warned for non-compliance over unauthorized wells

The municipality has been issued a warning by the Environmental Assessment Office for non-compliance with its water well permits, despite not exceeding licensed water limits.
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Ruby Wells signs with Devinci Development Team

Ruby Wells signs with Devinci Development Team

The 15-year-old mountain biker placed second among women's pros at the Squamish Enduro
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What is the Mamquam Meltdown?

What is the Mamquam Meltdown?

The Mamquam Meltdown is a timed slalom racing event that was held along the Mamquam river on May 24.
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Squamish council move forward with housing development in Loggers East Neighbourhood

Squamish council move forward with housing development in Loggers East Neighbourhood

The development at 1032 Finch Drive will see 40 three-bedroom townhouses be built, each with two parking spaces provided.
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Squamish photographer captures bears in the wild—without disturbing them

Squamish photographer captures bears in the wild—without disturbing them

With patience and a telephoto lens, Brian Aikens spent an hour photographing wild bears in their natural habitat—proving that great shots don’t require getting too close.
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