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Britannia Beach Volunteer Fire Department achieves ‘interior attack’ designation

Britannia Beach Volunteer Fire Department achieves ‘interior attack’ designation

Transition means firefighters can now enter burning structures and attack fires from inside building
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Wildfire near Fawn Lake is out

Wildfire near Fawn Lake is out

B.C. Wildfire Service reported that the fire was left over from an industrial burn and they continue to monitor from an enforcement standpoint
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Squamish council approves property tax increase of 4.2%

Squamish council approves property tax increase of 4.2%

The District announced that property tax and utility bills have been mailed and are due by July 4.
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Here are the Squamish police briefs for last week

Here are the Squamish police briefs for last week

Assault with a weapon. Trespassing. Driver and cyclist collision. Stolen licence plate.
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Updated: Squamish's Fawn Lake wildfire 'being held'

Updated: Squamish's Fawn Lake wildfire 'being held'

The East of Fawn Lake fire is said to be near the Cheekye River. It was discovered at about 5:30 p.m. on May 29.
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Here's a May 29th update on the Squamish Valley wildfire

Here's a May 29th update on the Squamish Valley wildfire

Firefighters continue to monitor the 'under control' blaze for hot spots.
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Insights from a civil engineer: Assessing the Sea to Sky Highway’s design

Insights from a civil engineer: Assessing the Sea to Sky Highway’s design

Beyond the picturesque allure, what does a civil engineer make of B.C.’s iconic Sea to Sky Highway? We delve into expert insights.
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Wheels on the Squamish Route 5 Parks bus start turning June 12

Wheels on the Squamish Route 5 Parks bus start turning June 12

The bus runs between downtown Squamish, the Adventure Centre, Darrell Bay, Sea to Sky Gondola, Stawamus Chief and Chances Casino. 
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B.C. proclaims May 29 as 'Day of the Honey Bee'

B.C. proclaims May 29 as 'Day of the Honey Bee'

Citing the critical contribution honey bees make to the environment and economy, the provincial government made the proclamation on Monday.
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U.S. diplomats visit Porteau Cove and Squamish

U.S. diplomats visit Porteau Cove and Squamish

Consul General and U.S. Ambassador take a trip up the Sea to Sky Highway to learn about emerging environmental threats and solutions and technologies.
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