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MMBC has an app for you

Coquitlam residents in detached homes will soon have a quick way to find out how and what can be recycled as of July, when Multi-Material BC (MMBC) takes over collection in the city.

Big increase in bear sightings in Coquitlam

Coquitlam city staff are counting on new wildlife-resistant garbage cans to cut down on the number of bear and wildlife complaints. The city's new solid waste collection system will begin in July, when BFI Canada Inc.

Onni wants pub for Dominion Triangle

A Lower Mainland real estate developer is looking to build a neighbourhood pub and liquor store at the heart of Port Coquitlam's new Fremont Village development.

Tri-City residents turn off the lights for Earth Hour

The Tri-Cities saw a noticeable dip in power consumption on Saturday night as many residents shut off their lights and electronic devices in recognition of Earth Hour.

Cancellation of English practice group concerns Share

A YouTube video touting the benefits of English language practice groups has been posted by Share Family and Community Services just days after it announced the program had been cut.

Big plans for Maillardville

Coquitlam's oldest neighbourhood has a new vision for its future.

Beedie tower a go for Burquitlam

Beedie Living cleared a major hurdle this week in its bid to bring new life to the biggest intersection in one of Coquitlam's oldest neighbourhoods. After a three-hour public hearing Monday, city council voted 7-2 - at 1:30 a.m.

Open house in Coquitlam for Trans Mountain pipeline expansion

An open house for Kinder Morgan's Trans Mountain Pipeline Expansion project is taking place Thursday, April 3. People interested in talking to experts, engineers and other project team members can attend the drop-in session running from 7:30-9:30 p.

Pipeline foes aim to protect Coquitlam park

Members of the Colony Farm Park Association say they were shocked to learn that grassy fields on the west side of the regional park could be a construction site for the proposed Kinder Morgan Trans Mountain pipeline expansion.

Coquitlam mayor makes Bosa pitch

Coquitlam's mayor says a promotional video for a prominent developer that features him is just part of doing business in the community.