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New Coquitlam schools already need portables — and they don't come cheap

New Coquitlam schools already need portables — and they don't come cheap

SD43 has to find $2.25 million in its own budget to pay for three portables at two middle schools and five classrooms for Centennial Secondary.
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B.C.'s COVID-19 ICU patient count hits six-month high

B.C.'s COVID-19 ICU patient count hits six-month high

Province adds 26 more people to its 4,680-person COVID-19 death toll
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Cookies, crafts and carols: Coquitlam museum exhibiting holiday spirits

Cookies, crafts and carols: Coquitlam museum exhibiting holiday spirits

Mackin House is hosting a series of events this December in hopes of connecting the community — and educating them on seasonal celebrations.
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Another rental building is being proposed for Port Moody — but a staff report suggests there's problems

Another rental building is being proposed for Port Moody — but a staff report suggests there's problems

The eight-storey building would be constructed on a site with possible soil stability issues
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$40K to add more supports for Tri-Cities LGBTQ adults with cognitive disabilities

$40K to add more supports for Tri-Cities LGBTQ adults with cognitive disabilities

The province has granted a Port Moody non-profit the funds to help expand accessibility and inclusion in the community.
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Brr! Here is how much snow to expect in Metro Vancouver today

Brr! Here is how much snow to expect in Metro Vancouver today

Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for the region.
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Why a Port Coquitlam school wants its students to play Dungeons and Dragons

Why a Port Coquitlam school wants its students to play Dungeons and Dragons

Table top role playing games are set to teach Riverside Grade 11 students leadership skills after SD43 trustees approved the new course this week.
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Just in time for holiday shopping, this Port Moody café and gallery is hosting a curated show — with funky pop art for sale

Just in time for holiday shopping, this Port Moody café and gallery is hosting a curated show — with funky pop art for sale

The show and sale will feature the work of five local artists who will be in attendance to talk about their creations
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Politicians call for a 'snow summit' with B.C. transportation minister

Politicians call for a 'snow summit' with B.C. transportation minister

Two Lower Mainland politicians are calling on B.C. Transportation Minister Rob Fleming to address snow removal snafus on highways and bridges.
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Coquitlam wins fourth straight B.C. award for dedication to worker safety

Coquitlam wins fourth straight B.C. award for dedication to worker safety

The city has also earned nearly $2 million in incentive cash from WorkSafeBC resulting from positive audits.
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