In the Community

A dozen high school students from around the Tri-Cities spent the first week of their March break trying their hand at a career in firefighting at Coquitlam Fire Rescue's third Junior Firefighters camp.

Saturday podcasts on topical issues for Coquitlam area teens put mental health in the spotlight: Two former Gleneagle students to share how they transitioned from high school to university life in program leading up to April 25 virtual conference

A Coquitlam student will pick up your old TV, printer, laptop, cellphone or other electronic waste so they can be refurbished or recycled responsibly. The effort may also earn her a $10,000 scholarship.

Muted Nowruz celebrations haven't stopped a core group of volunteers from helping quarantined travellers across Metro Vancouver get food and pay rent

A terminally-ill Coquitlam single mom is being evicted from her home. But a friend is hoping her move to a new residence will be eased by the kindness of a GoFundMe campaign.

SFU student seeking volunteers who will train to teach Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam and Port Moody students about B.C.'s opioid overdose crisis and what they can do to reduce stigma, recognize and prevent a toxic drug overdose

The Tri-City News is a finalist for a general excellence Ma Murray award in the largest circulation category of the BC and Yukon Community NewsMedia Association (BCYCNA). As well, it's journalists have been nominated for four individiual awards.

Port Moody is considering locations for two more community gardens. A report says they'll contribute to the city's food security as well as relieve pressure on its two existing gardens.

Residents can expect work at several Port Coquitlam parks as the city plans to spend $973,000 for upgrades to parks, trails and to playgrounds in 2021

The Charlene Reaveley Children's Charity will have its second online silent auction to replace its signature gala, from April 7 to 18.