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Schoenborn hearing on Thursday

A decision to allow child-killer Allan Schoenborn escorted day trips from a Coquitlam psychiatric institution where he now resides will be reviewed at a new hearing this week. Two weeks ago, the B.C.

A bigger thrift store for Crossroads Hospice Society

The insulation is exposed, the floors are bare and the walls remain unpainted but Barb Henham scans the new home for the Crossroads Hospice Society thrift store and breathes a sigh of relief.

Taxes on rise in Coquitlam: 3.49%

Residential property taxes will jump 3.49% this year in Coquitlam. But a few councillors say they don't like the way city hall is handling its revenue from taxpayers.

Port Moody says yes to new fire hall

Port Moody residents voted 'Yes' to a new fire hall Saturday, allowing the city to borrow up to $16 million to replace its aging No. 1 station.

Session on estate planning in Port Coquitlam

Learn about estate planing at a complimentary information session co-hosted by financial services companies Edward Jones and Manulife. The session will be held Thursday, April 28 at The Gathering Place, 2254 Leigh Square, unit 1100, Port Coquitlam.

Plehanov trial delayed until next year

The trial of a former School District 43 substitute teacher facing multiple sex-related charges against students has been delayed until 2012.

Drivers should be aware of wildlife, says PoMo

The city of Port Moody is reminding motorists to be careful of critters and wildlife when driving on local roads. Many animals are starting to wake up from their winter slumber, exploring neighbourhoods and crossing busy roads.

Metro Ford in Port Coquitlam wins President's Award

Metro Ford is among an elite group of Ford and Lincoln dealerships to be recognized with The 2010 President's Award by Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited.

Police warn of Fingerling Festival fraud

Organizers of the Noon's Creek Fingerling Festival say that someone has been fraudulently soliciting donations over the phone for their event and is warning the public to be aware.

Wheels turning for ERH

As a former nurse and the current co-owner of Westwood Cycles in Port Coquitlam, getting involved in Wheel to Heal was a natural for Kelly Hobbis.