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B.C. government to provide $27.2M in grants to inter-city bus companies, regional airports

B.C. government to provide $27.2M in grants to inter-city bus companies, regional airports

Aviation sector advocates continue to urge the federal government to also provide support for the industry.
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Partner of Squamish murder victim pleads for public to help police solve case

Partner of Squamish murder victim pleads for public to help police solve case

Homicide detectives need information about the death of Davis Wolfgang Hawke, who was known locally as Jesse James.
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Bonnie Henry has 'hope' sports and religious services can resume in 'coming weeks'

Bonnie Henry has 'hope' sports and religious services can resume in 'coming weeks'

First death from COVID-19 in B.C. was announced one year ago tomorrow.
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Updated: Province confirms Squamish’s pricey gas gripes

Updated: Province confirms Squamish’s pricey gas gripes

The BC Utilities Commission found Squamish, despite its lower taxes, had similar prices to Vancouver.
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Squamish muni shutting down section of Bailey Street leading to Government Road

Squamish muni shutting down section of Bailey Street leading to Government Road

The District of Squamish will install gates on the gravel area leading to the CN Rail crossing, which will still be accessible during emergencies.
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BC Supreme Court orders injunction against Brackendale property owner

BC Supreme Court orders injunction against Brackendale property owner

Company owned by Donald McCarger is being barred from cutting down trees without a permit, following legal action from the District of Squamish.
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Why are those little birdhouses attached to Squamish marine pilings? (Video)

Why are those little birdhouses attached to Squamish marine pilings? (Video)

The work is part of a Squamish Environment Society project supporting purple martins, which return to Squamish in April. 
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BC SPCA warns about 'incorrect information about dog behaviour' in TV and Netflix shows

BC SPCA warns about 'incorrect information about dog behaviour' in TV and Netflix shows

Some TV shows "feature outdated training methods and promote misinformation" which dog owners may follow
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Squamish volunteers rescue golden eagle

Squamish volunteers rescue golden eagle

A local OWL volunteer says the injured raptor has a long way to recovery; the District of Squamish provides tips on what to do if you find a wounded animal.
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B.C. reports second-highest daily total of new COVID-19 cases in 2021

B.C. reports second-highest daily total of new COVID-19 cases in 2021

Testing has also increased to one of the highest totals so far this year.
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