ICBC reveals most dangerous intersections in Squamish
July 30, 2020Squamish
Cleveland Avenue and Highway and Loggers Lane remain the most dangerous intersection for accident in Squamish, according to the latest data published by ICBC.
Second edition of ‘Squamish: The Shining Valley’ is now out
July 30, 2020Squamish
Local climber and historian Kevin McLane has released the second edition of “Squamish, The Shining Valley”, an extended poem of words and images in praise of Squamish Valley, in his words.
Web page to compare Squamish fuel prices launched
July 30, 2020Squamish
The British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) has created a New Developments page on GasPricesBC.ca to feature fuel for Squamish gas prices as well as other select cities in BC.
Temporary parking restrictions on Cleveland Avenue
July 29, 2020Squamish
Parking will be temporarily affected on Cleveland Avenue for a film shooting that takes place this week in Downtown Squamish.
Impaired driver arrested in Downtown Squamish
July 29, 2020Squamish
Squamish RCMP arrested an impaired driver in Downtown Squamish, who refused to provide a urine sample when he was taken back to the detachment.
BC gives $1.2 million to expand Sea to Sky composting facility
July 29, 2020Sea to Sky
The Province of BC is giving $1.3-million to expand the Sea to Sky Soils composting facility in Pemberton.
Former Mayor Gardner cautions council on rezoning decision
July 29, 2020Squamish
Former Mayor Greg Gardner wants the council to be cautious about rezoning land parcels in Valleycliffe and Garibaldi Highlands.
Spit road will be closed for two weeks
July 29, 2020Squamish
The Squamish Spit road will be closed from August 9 to August 24 for Central Estuary Restoration Project.
Vancouver man dies after drowning in Alta Lake
July 28, 2020Sea to Sky
The man who was rescued by Whistler RCMP from Alta Lake yesterday has passed away.
District plans to reduce speed limit in town
July 28, 2020Squamish
District of Squamish is following the lead of the District of Saanich for a pilot project that would create a speed limit of 40 km/hour on local roads that don't have a continuous yellow centre line.
Illegal campers on Spit Road issued tickets
July 28, 2020Squamish
Squamish RCMP issued two violation tickets to people for illegal camping on the spit road.
New coffee and doughnut shop to open in Downtown Squamish
July 28, 2020Life
Four Squamish entrepreneurs are working together to open Fox and Oak, a coffee and doughnut shop in Downtown Squamish.
American tries to evade RCMP by floating in river for 2.5 hours
July 27, 2020BC/Canada
BC RCMP has arrested a US citizen who tried to evade Canadian officials by floating in the Kettle River for several hours.
Man fined for driving 162 km/h on Highway 99
July 27, 2020Sea to Sky
Whistler RCMP has impounded a car and ticketed the driver for speeding on Highway 99.
Province boosting e-bike rebates
July 27, 2020BC/Canada
BC is boosting -bike rebates for individuals and businesses to help make electric-powered bikes more affordable and accessible.
Serious crash involving motorcycles shuts down Highway 99
July 26, 2020Sea to Sky
A serious collision involving motorcycles has injured many people on the Lillooet Lake Road on Highway 99.
RMOW creates new underpass for migrating toad
July 26, 2020Sea to Sky
A toad underpass has been constructed under the Valley Trail just behind the events lawn and a toad boardwalk has been constructed under Blackcomb Creek Bridge, at the intersection of Lost Lake Loop and Cedar Way.
New zoning proposed for North Yards land parcel
July 25, 2020Squamish
District of Squamish staff is proposing to rezone land in North Yards from Multiple-Unit Residential to Neighborhood Node Commercial.
Squamish Public Library is a fine-free library now
July 25, 2020Squamish
The Squamish Public Library is no longer charging for overdue items and has eliminated all existing late fines.
Road closures in downtown and highlands
July 25, 2020Squamish
There will be temporary road closures in Garibaldi Highlands as well as in Downtown Squamish.
Our ‘unexpected blessing’ turns 19
July 24, 2020Life
They say don’t blink or you may miss something. Having children in your life really emphasizes this. Having my baby, my first born turn 19 makes one reflective.
Heat warning issued for Sea to Sky
July 24, 2020Sea to Sky
Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement, making people aware of the first heat of the season starting Sunday.
District eyes two crown parcels for affordable housing
July 24, 2020Squamish
District of Squamish has identified two crown land parcels in the district for affordable housing.
District moves to Stage 2 water restrictions next week
July 24, 2020Squamish
The District of Squamish will move to Stage 2 water restrictions effective Monday, July 27 due to seasonal temperature increases and corresponding increases in outdoor water demand.
American arrested with 198 kilogram of meth
July 23, 2020BC/Canada
BC RCMP has arrested a US citizen with 198 kilograms of meth.
























