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A Fraser Health family has a party and one guest dies, underscoring dangers

A Fraser Health family has a party and one guest dies, underscoring dangers

'It reminds us that the virus can’t tell the difference, and even a small gathering when this virus is circulating can be dangerous,' says Dr. Bonnie Henry.
UPDATED: Unlawfully at large teenager may present risk to himself or public: Coquitlam RCMP

UPDATED: Unlawfully at large teenager may present risk to himself or public: Coquitlam RCMP

The 15-year-old may behave in a way that presents a risk to himself or the public, and anyone seeing him should call 911, say police.
Outbreak declared at Port Coquitlam seniors home

Outbreak declared at Port Coquitlam seniors home

The outbreak at the Mayfair Terrace Retirement Residence, located at 2267 Kelly Avenue, was first revealed Oct. 28 and marks the first return of COVID-19 to a Tri-City Care home since June.
Coquitlam school trustee said ‘no’ to pay hike — now her salary is 16.5% less

Coquitlam school trustee said ‘no’ to pay hike — now her salary is 16.5% less

Latest income figures show Jennifer Blatherwick making less than her school board colleagues
Top earners in Coquitlam school district revealed (with interactive data base)

Top earners in Coquitlam school district revealed (with interactive data base)

Superintendent Patricia Gartland ranked third in pay compared to Vancouver, Surrey colleagues, expenses dropped, too, as COVID-19 prevented international travel

Port Coquitlam man wins $66,000 while watching TV

Stuart Gemmell got more than just bragging rights after predicting the outcome of more than a dozen live sporting events last month.
Coquitlam McDonald’s shut after staff tests positive for COVID-19

Coquitlam McDonald’s shut after staff tests positive for COVID-19

The Austin Avenue location was shut Tuesday, Oct. 28, after an employee tested positive; other employees have been asked to self-quarantine
22nd Coquitlam district school reports COVID-19 exposure

22nd Coquitlam district school reports COVID-19 exposure

There are now 12 active investigations into a COVID-19 exposure in the district
YVR, WestJet preparing COVID-19 rapid test pilot for takeoff

YVR, WestJet preparing COVID-19 rapid test pilot for takeoff

Vancouver International Airport and WestJet are aiming to get a COVID-19 rapid test pilot up and running some time in November.
How to practise 'safe six': a COVID-19 primer

How to practise 'safe six': a COVID-19 primer

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought new terms into our lexicon, such as physical distancing and self-isolation. One new term that has many people scratching their heads, however, is “safe six.” It’s become a regular in provincial health officer Dr.