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Coquitlam neighbours' disagreement over fence, shed heads to court

Coquitlam neighbours' disagreement over fence, shed heads to court

Lawsuit says neighbours harassed them over the placement of a fence along the Coquitlam property line.
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UBCM pushes for more police training, funding amid officer shortages

UBCM pushes for more police training, funding amid officer shortages

While RCMP train in Regina, the Justice Institute of British Columbia is the only academy available for B.C police forces.
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Truck hitting B.C. overpass 'outrageous,' minister says

Truck hitting B.C. overpass 'outrageous,' minister says

The trucking company's licences have been suspended pending further investigation.
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How B.C. communities are balancing building with flood risks

How B.C. communities are balancing building with flood risks

Local governments using a combination of bylaws and regulations to build safely in flood-prone areas
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Port Coquitlam to delay Step 4 of BC Energy Step Code by four years

Port Coquitlam to delay Step 4 of BC Energy Step Code by four years

“If we go to Step 4 quickly, our building product may suffer,” a Port Coquitlam city engineer told committee of council.
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B.C. government urged to tighten regulations on illicit drug use in public spaces

B.C. government urged to tighten regulations on illicit drug use in public spaces

"Currently, the province regulates where people can smoke tobacco, drink alcohol and use cannabis, but does not have rules about public use of other controlled substances," the resolution said.
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Photos: Violence, intimidation and hatred spewed at SOGI protest in Coquitlam

Photos: Violence, intimidation and hatred spewed at SOGI protest in Coquitlam

The City of Coquitlam issued a statement about 1 Million March 4 Children to reaffirm its "unwavering solidarity with the LGBTQ2S+ community."
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How 5G might soon improve Metro Vancouver traffic flows

How 5G might soon improve Metro Vancouver traffic flows

Recent UBC study shows how smarter traffic can reduce wait times for pedestrians and cut carbon emissions
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Union of BC Municipalities proposes urgent reforms to tackle opioid crisis

Union of BC Municipalities proposes urgent reforms to tackle opioid crisis

Local governments recognize urgent need to address the opioid crisis and support decriminalization
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Put monthly cellphone levy on 911 services, UBCM tells Victoria

Put monthly cellphone levy on 911 services, UBCM tells Victoria

Coquitlam Coun. Craig Hodge said system needed as B.C. faces more disasters and emergencies.
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