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‘Big issues at play,’ Anmore mayor says, as residents chafe at proposed density near Metro Vancouver parks

‘Big issues at play,’ Anmore mayor says, as residents chafe at proposed density near Metro Vancouver parks

Village considers urban designation for 150-acre parcel called Anmore South: but some residents say they are worried about development and call for a referendum; Port Moody hasn't been consulted about the plan
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Developer donation is the largest to Port Moody's arts scene

Developer donation is the largest to Port Moody's arts scene

PoMoArts received a $15,000 donation from EDGAR, the developer proposing to build a massive community in the Seaview neighbourhood of Port Moody.
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Virtual road trip to southern U.S. leads to scholarship win, solo show in Port Moody

Virtual road trip to southern U.S. leads to scholarship win, solo show in Port Moody

Nicole Ponsart, a Dr. Charles Best secondary graduate, is one of two winners of the 2021 Kwi Am Choi Scholarship through PoMoArts. The Port Moody arts hub will show Ponsart's first solo exhibit starting May 20.
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COVID-19 public exposure warnings issued for Metro Vancouver dance competitions

COVID-19 public exposure warnings issued for Metro Vancouver dance competitions

The exposures took place at the Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel and the Clarion Hotel and Conference Centre last week
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B.C. sees lower active COVID-19 infections for 13th straight update

B.C. sees lower active COVID-19 infections for 13th straight update

600 new COVID-19 cases identified, while 423 people are treated in hospital – 141 of those in ICU.
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Maps give a colourful but not very detailed picture of COVID-19 shots, cases in the Tri-Cities

Maps give a colourful but not very detailed picture of COVID-19 shots, cases in the Tri-Cities

New maps show Tri-Cities's cases are down and vaccination is high among people 55 and older, but details for specific cities lacking
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Coquitlam man arrested, drugs seized, after dramatic takedown in Surrey

Coquitlam man arrested, drugs seized, after dramatic takedown in Surrey

Large amount of cocaine seized from suspect's car — equivalent to more than 1,000 doses — as Surrey anti-gang squad steps up enforcement in response to Lower Mainland gang shootings
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Coquitlam to close Poirier pool, fitness room in June for annual scrub

Coquitlam to close Poirier pool, fitness room in June for annual scrub

If you’re looking to take a dip at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex next month, you’ll be out of luck.
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Wildfire training will light up this Coquitlam mountain on Thursday

Wildfire training will light up this Coquitlam mountain on Thursday

Loud noise? Police cruisers? A helicopter? Don't worry, it's Coquitlam Fire/Rescue practising on Eagle Mountain on Thursday.
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New Coquitlam Express coach brings youth, new ideas

New Coquitlam Express coach brings youth, new ideas

The Coquitlam Express announced Wednesday its new head coach will be 26-year-old Brandon Shaw. It's his first head coaching gig after serving as an assistant in Port Alberni and Merritt.
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