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Reunion celebration for former Woodfibre residents: A nostalgic gathering awaits

Reunion celebration for former Woodfibre residents: A nostalgic gathering awaits

Save the date: Sept. 13 for a gathering of former town residents and mill employees.
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Five tips to stay safe while adventuring in the Sea to Sky

Five tips to stay safe while adventuring in the Sea to Sky

Following recent deaths and rescues in the corridor, BC AdventureSmart's Sandra Riches shares her expertise.
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New Squamish child care centre at Valleycliffe Elementary

New Squamish child care centre at Valleycliffe Elementary

Squamish Nation has bestowed name on the 36-spot facility.
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Whistler COS issues alert after coyote bites off-leash dog

Whistler COS issues alert after coyote bites off-leash dog

Public advised to avoid Hot Dog Alley trail and keep dogs on-leash
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Editorial: Is Squamish ready for car-free living?

Editorial: Is Squamish ready for car-free living?

The push to make communities more walkable and less reliant on cars took a dramatic turn this week as the District of Squamish approved a zero-parking residential project downtown.
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Tragedy on the water: Man dies near Squamish-Cheakamus river junction

Tragedy on the water: Man dies near Squamish-Cheakamus river junction

A suspected medical event may have led to the death of a man who was enjoying time on the water before being discovered by his companion.
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District of Squamish faces potential strike as union votes 100% in favour of job action

District of Squamish faces potential strike as union votes 100% in favour of job action

A unanimous vote by CUPE Local 2269 members has set the stage for a potential labour disruption in Squamish, where approximately 250 municipal employees are demanding better wages and working conditions.
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Squamish startup’s firefighting drone advances in global competition

Squamish startup’s firefighting drone advances in global competition

From Squamish to Sweden, FireSwarm’s innovative Thunder Wasp is gaining international recognition for its potential to revolutionize fire response.
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How dangerous are mosquito bites in the Sea to Sky? Health official weighs in

How dangerous are mosquito bites in the Sea to Sky? Health official weighs in

After four people became seriously ill from mosquito bites last year, health authorities have launched a new surveillance project across the Sea to Sky region.
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Update: RCMP still seeking information on Dryden Creek wildfire

Update: RCMP still seeking information on Dryden Creek wildfire

The District of Squamish has officially entered a recovery period following the containment of the human-caused Dryden Creek wildfire that burned nearly 60 hectares.
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