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Is ‘the Blob’ back?: Scientists warn of unusually warm waters off B.C. coast

Is ‘the Blob’ back?: Scientists warn of unusually warm waters off B.C. coast

Researchers are monitoring a new marine heatwave off the West Coast for effects on the marine ecosystem
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Washrooms, picnic tables part of $3.7M festival hub in Coquitlam park

A washroom facility and gathering space are being proposed as part of a new $3.7-million festival hub for Coquitlam’s Town Centre Park.
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Transportation most divisive issue at mayors' barbecue in Port Moody

Transportation most divisive issue at mayors' barbecue in Port Moody

Chamber hosted function was full of laughs, but there were some disagreements, as well
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You can pet puppies and eat pie at this Port Moody fundraising event

You can pet puppies and eat pie at this Port Moody fundraising event

Gabi and Jules fundraiser in Port Moody to help the Pacific Assistance Dogs Society
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As job losses mount, B.C. loses claim to Canada’s lowest unemployment rate

As job losses mount, B.C. loses claim to Canada’s lowest unemployment rate

What happened: Statistics Canada reveals the province lost 8,300 jobs in August Why it matters: It’s the third straight month of job losses for B.C. B.C. no longer holds the bragging rights to being home to Canada’s lowest unemployment rate.
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PoCo's new fire chief promoted from within

"I am truly honoured to serve as the fire chief for the city of Port Coquitlam and excited for the opportunity to lead our great team," he said on Thursday.
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Port Coquitlam gets safety message after 600-lb bear shot

Port Coquitlam gets safety message after 600-lb bear shot

Large bruin was accessing garbage, banged on a door and broke a gate in the 3600-block of Flint Street on Tuesday
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Port Moody meeting Monday for Henry St. condo proposal

Port Moody meeting Monday for Henry St. condo proposal

Port Moody residents will get their first look Monday at the latest iteration of a condo development proposed for the 3000-block of Henry Street that had its genesis in 2006.
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North Vancouver family files court petition over free public education

North Vancouver family files court petition over free public education

Mother asks judge to overturn school district's rejection
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Port Moody mom asks for help after daughter's rare diagnosis

Port Moody mom asks for help after daughter's rare diagnosis

The family is seeking assistance to pay for expensive speech language pathologists, occupational therapy and physiotherapy for their four-year-old daughter.
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