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PoMo takes action on filming policies

PoMo takes action on filming policies

Port Moody will develop policies governing filming but the city shouldn’t expect an economic windfall, even as it becomes increasingly popular for movie and TV productions, cautioned one councillor.

Coquitlam revisits request for billboards

Coquitlam’s ban on third-party billboard advertising could be coming to an end. Council gave its approval Monday to explore alterations to the city’s sign bylaw that would permit large advertisements in certain locations around the municipality.
Seniors advocate raises concerns about private care homes

Seniors advocate raises concerns about private care homes

Report outlines worrisome comparisons between privately contracted and publicly run care homes
Bike sharing rolls into Port Moody

Bike sharing rolls into Port Moody

Even if you don’t have a bike, you’ll soon be able to ride one in Port Moody.
Watchdog slams B.C. police chiefs for trying to tell it how to deal with MVA offences by cops

Watchdog slams B.C. police chiefs for trying to tell it how to deal with MVA offences by cops

B.C.’s police watchdog has slammed the province’s police chiefs for trying to tell it how to deal with officers involved in motor vehicle incidents. The B.C.
Air quality advisory cancelled

Air quality advisory cancelled

Cooler temperatures, less smoke reduce risk

UPDATE: Coquitlam battles Fortis over pipeline plan

City wants pipe gone; road will be tied up for months
Port Moody helps with Richmond bog fire

Port Moody helps with Richmond bog fire

Port Moody Fire and Rescue’s special expertise in fighting wild land fires has come in handy to help control a fire in Richmond.
Port Moody wants to be Bear Smart

Port Moody wants to be Bear Smart

Port Moody will spend more than $20,000 for a consultant to help the city develop a bear management strategy.
House fire spurs evacuation of neighbours

House fire spurs evacuation of neighbours

A fire in the 3000-block of Spuraway Avenue in Coquitlam was quickly knocked down by firefighters. But not before the home was gutted and residents in the neighbourhood were displaced from their homes for about an hour.