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Police officers to pedal - a lot - for cancer research

Five police officers from the Tri-Cities will be among more than 100 who are gearing up to take part in the Cops for Cancer ride this fall.

Mike Clay vs. Gaetan Royer for mayor of Port Moody

A former Port Moody chief administrator is going for another job at city hall: the mayor's. Gaetan Royer announced Wednesday he plans to seek the top chair in the Nov.

61 drivers caught in summer CounterAttack checks

More than 60 people were caught in Coquitlam RCMP CounterAttack road checks throughout the summer. Of the 61 drivers who were caught in July and August, two are facing criminal charges and four were given an administrative driving prohibition. Cpl.

Port Moody cadets lose their meeting space because of school strike

At least one Tri-City group is homeless because of the strike. Members of the 754 Phoenix Squadron Air Cadets have no place to meet because they can't get access to Moody elementary school.

Gaetan Royer to run for mayor in Port Moody

A former Port Moody city manager is now running for the mayor's seat. Gaetan Royer just announced he'll seek the top chair in the Nov. 15 civic election, stating he'll offer PoMo residents a "better plan" for the future.

Coquitlam woman dies in crash near Merritt

A young Coquitlam woman has been identified as the victim of a motor vehicle incident near Merritt on Aug. 31. Elizabeth Joan Savoie, 27, was the front-seat passenger in a car that was heading south on the Coquihalla Highway at about 6:45 p.m.

Sekora runs for mayor of Coquitlam

The Coquitlam city councillor known as "Loud Lou" when he was mayor two decades ago wants the big job back. Last Friday, Lou Sekora told The Tri-City News he will go for the mayor's seat in the Nov. 15 civic election.

Fire shuts down Coquitlam restaurant

Nagano Sushi in Coquitlam is expected to be closed for a couple weeks after an early morning fire did extensive damage to the kitchen of the Glen Drive restaurant.

Parents caught in middle - DPAC43 president

As the ongoing labour dispute between the province and the BC Teachers' Federation threatens a harmonious back-to-school, many parents are wondering what the future holds, says the president of the local District Parent Advisory Council.

Schools behind picket lines today

The traditional back-to-school routine took a dramatic turn in School District 43 and across the province Tuesday as classes remained empty and teachers and CUPE members walked picket lines.