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B.C. confirms 10 new cases of COVID-19, for total of 2,517

B.C. confirms 10 new cases of COVID-19, for total of 2,517

There have been two new deaths.
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How will the COVID-19 pandemic affect public transit long term?

How will the COVID-19 pandemic affect public transit long term?

A recent poll found that 69 per cent of respondents who normally took transit stopped during the outbreak, and only 19% of those respondents said they would return during a Stage 2 reopening.
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Pandemic threatens B.C. book industry: publishers

Pandemic threatens B.C. book industry: publishers

Homegrown companies say free access to books online is financially unsustainable
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Charging your EV vehicle in Port Moody? Expect a rollercoaster of price changes

Charging your EV vehicle in Port Moody? Expect a rollercoaster of price changes

It could cost you less, or maybe more, to charge your electric vehicle in Port Moody under a new proposed system that looks to scale rates to strike a balance between spurring more charging and increasing turnover.
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People invited to get out and count bats in our communitites

People invited to get out and count bats in our communitites

Is being cooped up starting to drive you batty? The BC Community Bat Program is looking for volunteers to help with its annual bat count, noting it's an easy, fun and safe activity for the whole family.
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You can help the food bank by buying booze at these Coquitlam shops

You can help the food bank by buying booze at these Coquitlam shops

The campaign is being held Saturday, May 30.
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'Time is running out for him and me' — Port Coquitlam couple cope with separation under lockdown

'Time is running out for him and me' — Port Coquitlam couple cope with separation under lockdown

Brigitte Beurmann has visited her husband through a sealed window every day since his retirement home went into lockdown two months ago — now, as his dementia progresses, she's worried they won't get a chance to meet face-to-face again before he forgets her altogether.
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No Frills releases a surprisingly awesome rap song about COVID safety at the grocery store (VIDEO)

No Frills releases a surprisingly awesome rap song about COVID safety at the grocery store (VIDEO)

The latest sign that these truly are unprecedented times comes from a Canadian discount grocery store chain that released an electro-rap song and video about COVID-19 safety that is actually pretty great.
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Port Coquitlam to boost patio service with free construction

Port Coquitlam to boost patio service with free construction

Mayor Brad West says he doesn't want local business to suffer during COVID-19 and is offering help for those that want to expand outdoor space
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Port Coquitlam farmer’s market set to open… online?

The Port Coquitlam Farmers Market is taking its operation online to keep customers safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. Starting June 1, shoppers can pick out fresh food and produce on the market’s website (www.farmersandmore.
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