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Humourous tale about small-town life has Coquitlam roots

Humourous tale about small-town life has Coquitlam roots

Remember when Mundy Park almost became a golf course? Two former journalists recall the joys and sorrows of writing for a community newspaper in 'Cereal Killer and Other Tales from the Newsroom.'
Watch: Through song, Port Coquitlam council candidates encourage residents to vote

Watch: Through song, Port Coquitlam council candidates encourage residents to vote

Erik Minty and Justin Alexander Smith take inspiration from The Beatles to produce a music video reminding eligible voters to cast a ballot on Saturday (Oct. 15).
7 places in B.C. classified as key biodiversity hot spots

7 places in B.C. classified as key biodiversity hot spots

The classification — which could be applied to another 100-plus locations across B.C. — is meant to help drive conservation of the planet's most imperilled species.
Dutch man convicted of cyberbullying B.C.'s Amanda Todd to be sentenced Friday

Dutch man convicted of cyberbullying B.C.'s Amanda Todd to be sentenced Friday

The 12-year jail sentence requested by prosecutors would be "excessive" and "crushing," defence argues.
On Our Radar: Famous tour guide to present piece of LGBTQ+ history to Coquitlam

On Our Radar: Famous tour guide to present piece of LGBTQ+ history to Coquitlam

Glenn Tkach, a historian of Metro Vancouver's queer community, is set to speak on "requeering" diversity at Mackin House.
'Did you see that?': B.C. onlookers dazzled by streaking meteor

'Did you see that?': B.C. onlookers dazzled by streaking meteor

One British Columbian thought it was someone shining a bright flashlight. "Got me out of bed."
Third SkyTrain station for Port Moody gets new life

Third SkyTrain station for Port Moody gets new life

A previous report estimated the cost of such a station could be around $100 million
How to check if you got a surprise cheque from the B.C. government

How to check if you got a surprise cheque from the B.C. government

The one-time tax credit captured about 85 per cent of B.C. residents.
Port Moody entrepreneurs team up for a tasty treat that will only be available for a short time

Port Moody entrepreneurs team up for a tasty treat that will only be available for a short time

The unique sorbet will only be available until its one batch runs out.
Sewer upgrades to slow down traffic for a month in Burquitlam

Sewer upgrades to slow down traffic for a month in Burquitlam

City crews are constructing a new sanitary main line, and commuters are being asked to plan a temporary route.