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WhatsApp limits message forwarding to reduce spread of misinformation

WhatsApp limits message forwarding to reduce spread of misinformation

In an effort to keep private conversations as private as possible on social media, WhatsApp announced on April 7 that they will be introducing a new feature to limit the number of times a message, that isn’t from a close contact, can be forwarded.

Map: Today's COVID-19 cases in Canada

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16-year-old Coquitlam singer-songwriter raises over $17,000 for food bank

16-year-old Coquitlam singer-songwriter raises over $17,000 for food bank

What began as an hour-long cul-de-sac concert to entertain her Coquitlam neighbours, transformed into an Internet event as Dani Black looked to entertain homebound families.
Air Canada suspending flights to US for one month

Air Canada suspending flights to US for one month

Air Canada announced Tuesday that it will be temporarily suspending all scheduled flights to the U.S. after April 26 for about one month.
Federal financial help a good start but lacks 'urgency': Singh

Federal financial help a good start but lacks 'urgency': Singh

NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh says he’s proud of the federal government’s financial help for those affected by COVID-19 but warns some of that help is coming too late or falling short of people’s needs.
Dad opposes inhaler that could save his 5-year-old son's life amid COVID-19 outbreak

Dad opposes inhaler that could save his 5-year-old son's life amid COVID-19 outbreak

Father who doesn't believe 5-year-old son has asthma ordered by a Port Coquitlam judge to give the boy his inhaler while under his care. The judge cited increased concerns for the boy's health amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Stressed, anxious? Free virtual counselling offered in the Tri-Cites

Stressed, anxious? Free virtual counselling offered in the Tri-Cites

New services available as survey shows more Canadians suffering from mental health concerns
Let's hear it for Tri-City health care workers and first responders

Let's hear it for Tri-City health care workers and first responders

Coquitlam, Port Moody residents and postal workers among those giving thanks to health care workers and other essential service workers who are on the front line during the COVID-19 pandemic

Weapons, suspect found behind false wall in Coquitlam garage

The Uniform Gang Enforcement Team arrested Bolt Trainor, 35, of no fixed address after pursuing a vehicle that had been reported stolen from Surrey to Coquitlam
Port Moody studying province’s offer of financial assistance to municipalities

Port Moody studying province’s offer of financial assistance to municipalities

Mayor Rob Vagramov says municipalities will need a lot more support from the province to weather the COVID-19 pandemic