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Coquitlam Express weekend road trip cancelled, schedule changed by highway closures and flooding

Coquitlam Express weekend road trip cancelled, schedule changed by highway closures and flooding

Flooding and road closures are turning the BC Hockey League's schedule inside out as teams are unable to travel to and from some parts of the province.
What's your vision for Coquitlam's new rec centre? The city is calling for comments

What's your vision for Coquitlam's new rec centre? The city is calling for comments

Plans to build an 80,000 sq. ft. recreation centre near the base of Coquitlam’s Burke Mountain will go out for public comment this month.
'Out of character' for Port Coquitlam man to go missing: RCMP

'Out of character' for Port Coquitlam man to go missing: RCMP

Jonathan Romanillos was last seen in an area just south of Coquitlam River Park and family is concerned for his well-being.
Santa ships set to sail again this Christmas. Here's when and where you can see them

Santa ships set to sail again this Christmas. Here's when and where you can see them

The annual Christmas flotilla of Santa ships sets sail around the Burrard Inlet beginning Friday.
Flooding closes parts of Lafarge Lake trail, Coquitlam library parking lot

Flooding closes parts of Lafarge Lake trail, Coquitlam library parking lot

Coquitlam is turning the lights off on parts of the Lights at Lafarge trail loop to keep people out of flooded areas.
KMS Tools launches fundraiser to help communities hammered by floods

KMS Tools launches fundraiser to help communities hammered by floods

A Coquitlam-based business with 13 shops around B.C. and Alberta will give a part of its sales to help with the flood relief efforts.
Opinion: Elected officials exist in a terrible grey area, Port Coquitlam city councillor writes

Opinion: Elected officials exist in a terrible grey area, Port Coquitlam city councillor writes

Thinking of running for city council? Know the risks!
Porch pirates, ye be warned: Coquitlam RCMP shares tips on preventing holiday theft

Porch pirates, ye be warned: Coquitlam RCMP shares tips on preventing holiday theft

Thieves are back to scanning neighbourhoods for packages as more residents are choosing home delivery from online shopping.
Letter: And now... lower prices at the pump?

Letter: And now... lower prices at the pump?

The Editor: Recently our government has asked us to drive our cars only when necessary and carpool where possible, due to a shortage of gasoline.
COVID-19 cases in B.C. ICUs at low since August

COVID-19 cases in B.C. ICUs at low since August

Province reports first case of the Omicron variant.