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Coquitlam has too much parking near SkyTrain stations, says city staff

Only 65% of stalls are being used in 15 strata buildings surveyed by the city
Beware of freelance imposters, warns BBB

Beware of freelance imposters, warns BBB

Owners of small businesses looking to hire freelancers should be aware of scammers who may advertise low rates, according to the Better Business Bureau (BBB).
Opinion: Sorry, folks, but this isn’t ‘wearing’ a mask

Opinion: Sorry, folks, but this isn’t ‘wearing’ a mask

So, you’ve made the excellent decision to wear a face mask when you head out during the COVID-19 pandemic. I applaud your decision to protect people, especially when you enter indoor public places.
Student’s parents speak out about dragging video

Student’s parents speak out about dragging video

The parents of Mona Wang, a UBC Okanagan nursing student who was seen in a video being dragged and stepped on by a police officer during a wellness check, shared an open letter on social media recently demanding that the officer “pay the price for he
SFU students worried about quality of remote learning

SFU students worried about quality of remote learning

Students at Simon Fraser University are worried they won’t be getting the same quality of education online while they’re being charged the same tuition fees they’d be paying if they were attending classes in-person at the Burnaby campus.
Make sure the mask is fitted, says SFU researcher

Make sure the mask is fitted, says SFU researcher

If you’re going to wear a mask, it’s best to get it fitted properly to realize its maximum safety benefits, according to a Simon Fraser University study.

Guns, cash and illegal cannabis seized by Port Moody police

Guns, money and cars were seized along with 110 pounds of illegal cannabis after Port Moody police raided two Tri-City properties last month.
Lone sockeye returns to Coquitlam River; 5,000 salmon still missing

Lone sockeye returns to Coquitlam River; 5,000 salmon still missing

Early sockeye spotted in trap near Coquitlam Dam this week could provide a glimpse into nature's resiliency despite challenging times for species
Anmore seeks urban designation for 150 acres of former Ioco lands

Anmore seeks urban designation for 150 acres of former Ioco lands

Mayor promises public consultation before village approaches Metro Vancouver for a change to the regional strategy from the special study area designation
Plan on five-day school week in fall for K-7, education minister says

Plan on five-day school week in fall for K-7, education minister says

Parents of children entering kindergarten to Grade 7 should plan for a five-day-a-week return to school in September, says B.C. Education Minister Rob Fleming.