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'Existential crisis': There's a mental health problem in B.C.'s courts

'Existential crisis': There's a mental health problem in B.C.'s courts

Multiple mental health-related situations are causing delays in B.C.'s court system, delays that could result in people going free as their right to a speedy trial is violated.
Minter: Bringing houseplants indoors

Minter: Bringing houseplants indoors

Master gardener Brian Minter: Lower your house temperatures and keep the plants in well-lit areas for them to survive the winter.
Scooters and skaters and wheels, oh my: Micromobility devices on rise on roads, trails, bike lanes

Scooters and skaters and wheels, oh my: Micromobility devices on rise on roads, trails, bike lanes

Electric kick scooters and other such devices are not currently allowed on public roads or sidewalks, except in cities participating in a provincial pilot project.
Tri-Cities Today: October 29, 2023

Tri-Cities Today: October 29, 2023

What's going on in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam and Port Moody for Sunday, Oct. 29, 2023.
The Window — Scary Story Contest 2023

The Window — Scary Story Contest 2023

This placed third in the 11- to 14-age category. The contest is hosted by the Coquitlam and Port Moody public libraries.
‘I had to adjust to the green,’ Dutch painter says after Port Moody arrival

‘I had to adjust to the green,’ Dutch painter says after Port Moody arrival

On Nov. 4 and 5, Carla Vermaat will show and sell about 25 paintings in the 54th annual display of the Port Moody Art Association.
87 B.C. communities have applied to the Housing Accelerator Fund

87 B.C. communities have applied to the Housing Accelerator Fund

The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation says they're working with the cities and municipalities who have applied for federal support.
Immerse into soulful sounds of sitar with classical concert in Coquitlam

Immerse into soulful sounds of sitar with classical concert in Coquitlam

Sitarist and composer Mohamed Assani will be performing at Place des Arts in Coquitlam in November.
B.C. sheriff celebrated for 50 years of service

B.C. sheriff celebrated for 50 years of service

Vancouver Canuck Todd Bertuzzi's assault trial was one of the many cases for which Dennis Corrigan was the deputy sheriff.
Beware of 'zombie debt' haunting your finances this fall: BBB

Beware of 'zombie debt' haunting your finances this fall: BBB

Ever heard of "zombie debt?" What you need to know if someone calls you from a loan company, law firm or government agency during spooky season.