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Coquitlam bricks-and-mortar store wields technology to combat e-commerce rival

Coquitlam bricks-and-mortar store wields technology to combat e-commerce rival

Technological innovations are fun, but also more efficient for shoppers, say sellers
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He was doing what he loved, says family of paraglider who died after Squamish launch

He was doing what he loved, says family of paraglider who died after Squamish launch

Family thanks medical staff for Jordan Irons' care and encourages people to donate blood in his honour
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When student stress becomes a mental health disorder

When student stress becomes a mental health disorder

School District 43 is teaching kids how to deal with an overload of emotions, including when to ask for help
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For remembering others, Coquitlam principal will be remembered

For remembering others, Coquitlam principal will be remembered

John Goheen, a School District 43 elementary school principal, will be honoured with a Sovereign Medal for his volunteer work leading pilgrimages of remembrance
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Coquitlam Styrofoam recycler blames Metro Van for closure

Coquitlam Styrofoam recycler blames Metro Van for closure

Foam Only was the largest Styrofoam-only recycler in Canada, says owner, who blames the closure on poor regulations and lack of political will.
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Coquitlam RCMP beef up school zone enforcement

Coquitlam RCMP beef up school zone enforcement

Police will be monitoring school zones for speeders, ticketing distracted drivers and encouraging parents to install car seats properly
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KidSport equipment sale is a family affair

KidSport equipment sale is a family affair

For Rob Colombo, the semi-annual sale of used sporting equipment to benefit KidSport Tri-Cities is truly a family affair. His brood has been a benefactor and beneficiary of the event. They all volunteer on sale day.
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“We are heartbroken”: Beloved Amazing Race Canada contestant dies hiking B.C. mountain

“We are heartbroken”: Beloved Amazing Race Canada contestant dies hiking B.C. mountain

Kenneth McAlpine was found dead after he didn't return from a hike on Gimli Mountain
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British Columbians ‘ripped off’ by gas companies: Bruce Ralston

British Columbians ‘ripped off’ by gas companies: Bruce Ralston

Minister responsible for BCUC inquiry into gas prices says B.C. wholesale gas market is an 'oligopoly'
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Students: Schedule extra travel time for Como Lake Avenue pipeline work

Students: Schedule extra travel time for Como Lake Avenue pipeline work

Students heading back Tuesday to schools along or near Coquitlam’s Como Lake Avenue are being asked to schedule more time to get to their first session.
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