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District of Squamish investigates water-saving system for new splash pad

District of Squamish investigates water-saving system for new splash pad

More updates on local projects include when the new Tantalus fire hall is expected to be finished, current demolition work at Brennan Park and if Valleycliffe residents are still on track for a childcare centre in 2025.
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Teigen Pascual wins first career BMX national title

Teigen Pascual wins first career BMX national title

The Squamolian is coming off three broken collarbones in 18 months
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Investigation launched into fatal kiteboarding incident in Squamish

Investigation launched into fatal kiteboarding incident in Squamish

Tragic death on Canada Day prompts investigation by municipality, with the assistance of the Windsports Society, to review incident and safety protocols at Sp'akw'us Feather Park watersports beach.
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15-year-old Lacey Dennis leads U17 Canada Cup National Mountain Bike series

15-year-old Lacey Dennis leads U17 Canada Cup National Mountain Bike series

The Squamish teen has had a winning season so far, with more racing on the way.
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Updated: Missing person located, say Squamish RCMP

Updated: Missing person located, say Squamish RCMP

The person reported missing in the Sea to Sky Corridor today, has been found.
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ICYMI: Squamish business beat: Keir Fine Jewellery to close Squamish store, keeps Whistler flagship

ICYMI: Squamish business beat: Keir Fine Jewellery to close Squamish store, keeps Whistler flagship

Keir Fine Jewellery announces the closure of its Squamish outlet in August; Whistler flagship remains operational for all services.
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SLRD financials show 45% increase in number of top-paid bureaucrats

SLRD financials show 45% increase in number of top-paid bureaucrats

More than 30 public employees topped the $75K reporting threshold in 2023
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Capilano University and BCIT sign agreement with SLCC

Capilano University and BCIT sign agreement with SLCC

The agreement gives credits to students who take the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre’s Youth Ambassador Program
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B.C. campfire ban set to come into effect Friday at noon

B.C. campfire ban set to come into effect Friday at noon

The campfire ban, which comes into effect at noon on July 12, 2024, will apply to every area of B.C. except the Haida Gwaii Forest District.
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Tourism Squamish launches Red Bag program to help clean up local outdoor hotspots

Tourism Squamish launches Red Bag program to help clean up local outdoor hotspots

The good deed will also be rewarded with a free cold (or hot) drink of choice.
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