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Belcarra byelection called for Jan. 23 to elect new mayor, councillor

Belcarra byelection called for Jan. 23 to elect new mayor, councillor

Belcarra residents will go to the polls to replace former mayor Neil Belenkie and former councillor Rob Begg.
Coquitlam pharmacy reports COVID-19 among staff

Coquitlam pharmacy reports COVID-19 among staff

A Coquitlam Shoppers Drug Mart has reported one of its employees has tested positive for COVID-19, according to the chain’s parent company.
UPDATE: 9th Coquitlam district high school flagged for COVID-19 exposure

UPDATE: 9th Coquitlam district high school flagged for COVID-19 exposure

Families of students at Dr. Charles Best secondary received early notification letters from Fraser Health Monday, Nov. 9, Tuesday, Nov. 10, indicating COVID-19 exposures Nov. 2, 3 and 4.
This Port Coquitlam store is selling rare whiskies, spirits on Saturday

This Port Coquitlam store is selling rare whiskies, spirits on Saturday

A selection of rare and pricey whiskies and highly sought-after spirits from around the world make up the 2020 Premium Spirit Release from BC Liquor Stores on Saturday, Nov. 14.
WorkSafeBC stepping up inspections as COVID-19 cases soar

WorkSafeBC stepping up inspections as COVID-19 cases soar

To date, 18,000 workplaces have been inspected and 667 orders have been issued to employers for failing to comply with health and safety restrictions
This Coquitlam restaurant will feed veterans for free on Remembrance Day

This Coquitlam restaurant will feed veterans for free on Remembrance Day

Owners of Jamila's Kitchen has a history of helping the community.
Port Moody shutters city hall, rec complex for two weeks

Port Moody shutters city hall, rec complex for two weeks

Moves are in response to latest public health order for the Fraser and Vancouver Coastal health regions.
Cut COVID-19 cases or Fraser Health order could be extended, Dr. Henry

Cut COVID-19 cases or Fraser Health order could be extended, Dr. Henry

Orders restricting social gatherings, high-energy indoor classes and some sports could be extended beyond Nov. 23 if cases numbers don't start dropping below 500 a day by next week
A COVID-19 exposure has shut down IKEA in Coquitlam

A COVID-19 exposure has shut down IKEA in Coquitlam

The large retailer closed its store for a deep cleaning after it learned a worker tested positive for COVID-19
More high-rises, a hotel and school planned for Coquitlam City Centre

More high-rises, a hotel and school planned for Coquitlam City Centre

Coquitlam residents will be able to have their say in the draft City Centre Area Plan (CCAP) update when it goes to a public hearing on Nov. 16.