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District of Squamish expedites patios, opens up parks to businesses

District of Squamish expedites patios, opens up parks to businesses

The new programs will help business operate with physical distancing during pandemic
The Squamish retail landscape so far — during COVID-19

The Squamish retail landscape so far — during COVID-19

Some businesses have been surprisingly successful, while others, not so much, due to COVID-19 restrictions
Pemberton traffic stop uncovers drugs, cash and loaded machine gun, police say

Pemberton traffic stop uncovers drugs, cash and loaded machine gun, police say

A routine traffic stop led Pemberton police this week to a trove of suspected drugs, cash and weapons—including a fully loaded machine gun, according to a release. At approximately 8:30 a.m.
Summer camp without staying overnight

Summer camp without staying overnight

Squamish camps adapt and hang on during COVID-19
'Pandemic fatigue': Canadians say they are physical distancing less

'Pandemic fatigue': Canadians say they are physical distancing less

A new study finds that a sizeable number of Canadians aren't as stringent about following certain behaviours aimed at preventing the spread of the coronavirus.
Squamish police briefs

Squamish police briefs

Person in crisis talked out of jumping off bridge. Lamborghini impounded. Thieves target vehicles. Found ring. Racoons at Alice Lake.
Burnaby teacher designs platform to help find a campsite

Burnaby teacher designs platform to help find a campsite

In response to the recent surge of reservations on the BC Parks Discover Camping website , a Burnaby instructor has created a platform to help you find availability.
Body of dog swept over waterfall found in North Vancouver

Body of dog swept over waterfall found in North Vancouver

Maya the golden retriever went missing in Lynn Canyon last month
Province investigating Squamish gas prices

Province investigating Squamish gas prices

Complaints prompt attention from B.C. Utilities Commission
Province gives $800,000 for Squamish’s upcoming new Youth Hub

Province gives $800,000 for Squamish’s upcoming new Youth Hub

The money will go to building a support centre the Buckley Avenue affordable housing project