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PoMo considering ban on plastic bags, styrofoam

PoMo considering ban on plastic bags, styrofoam

Port Moody is considering banning the use of single-use plastic shopping bags and styrofoam containers. But such a ban won't happen until businesses, interested stakeholders and the public have had a chance to weigh in on the idea.
Sheffield target of Burke parent lobbying

Sheffield target of Burke parent lobbying

Another new school is needed for fast-growing area of Coquitlam, parents say
Moving from loss to hope goal of fentanyl seminar

Moving from loss to hope goal of fentanyl seminar

Port Coquitlam church hosts panel discussion at the Terry Fox Theatre next week — police, medical professionals and grieving families will share their insights
Port Moody police warn of phone scam

Port Moody police warn of phone scam

Automated callers identify as police and make threats if call isn't returned
Mobile foodbank on its way to Port Coquitlam

Mobile foodbank on its way to Port Coquitlam

Fresh fruits, vegetables and dairy will be provided monthly to registered families via refridgerated truck
Year-long garbage crackdown starts in PoCo

Year-long garbage crackdown starts in PoCo

If you live in a Port Coquitlam townhouse or apartment with city waste pick-up, you may see some “auditors” in your communal bins this and next month.
Leeburn leaving PoCo top job

Leeburn leaving PoCo top job

Port Coquitlam’s chief administrative officer is moving on.

Take your mental health to boot camp

Fitness boot camps have become a popular with people looking to shed a few pounds and get into shape. Now, Chris Boyd, a registered clinical counsellor in Coquitlam, is looking at applying the same concept to mental health.
Chamber gives cautious nod to minimum wage hikes

Chamber gives cautious nod to minimum wage hikes

Money in pocket now, but cuts in hours could come later as businesses adjust, Webster warns
Backyard bird count paints global picture

Backyard bird count paints global picture

That little green hummingbird with the fuchsia neck feathers that’s been hanging out at your feeder may just be a sign of climate change.