Mini Flea Market in Downtown Squamish to close for good
December 28, 2018Life
One of the oldest stores in Downtown Squamish will be closing its door to the community next year. The mini-flea market on Cleveland Avenue will close down in February.
Liam, Olivia, Emma top baby names in BC for 2018
December 27, 2018BC/Canada
Liam is the most popular name for babies born in British Columbia this year.
VCH warns of carbon monoxide risk in winter
December 24, 2018Squamish
During the past few week, there have been several instances of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning in B.C. with as many as 14 people treated in the hyperbaric chamber at Vancouver General Hospital.
Police seize huge cache of cannabis in Upper Squamish Valley
December 22, 2018Squamish
Police found a barn had been converted into a 1,500 plant Cannabis cultivation operation and an active Butane Honey Oil (BHO) operation.
Feeling guilty about drinking? Well, ask the saints
December 22, 2018Life
As a historical theologian, I researched the role that pious Christians played in developing and producing alcohol. What I discovered was an astonishing history.
DOS aims for speedy snow removal with new machine
December 22, 2018Squamish
The machine will be used throughout the season on active transportation networks and sidewalks in critical locations, including Safe Routes to School.
District closes Brennan Park Rec Center until further notice
December 20, 2018Squamish
Sections of the Corridor Trail are being closed for safety reasons due to the risk of falling branches and trees.
Very strong winds, heavy rain expected for Howe Sound today
December 20, 2018Sea to Sky
Along with heavy rain, there will be a significant wind storm likely causing widespread damage.
Squamish River dike upgrade work begins in Brackendale
December 19, 2018Squamish
The project includes raising, widening and strengthening the dike for approximately one kilometre to enhance the community’s flood protection.
‘100-year-old yoga teacher, ballroom dancer, lover of wine, former actress & remarkable human being’
December 19, 2018Life
New York-based Porchon-Lynch is the world’s oldest yoga teacher and living testimony to the celebration of life. Her determination and sheer to will to live life to the fullest has rendered her age into a meaningless number.
Storm breaks White Rock pier, one rescued
December 18, 2018BC/Canada
A Royal Canadian Air Force helicopter was pressed in service to rescue a man stranded on the pier that was shattered by heavy winds.
New fitness centre planned in Squamish Business Park
December 18, 2018Squamish
Squamish council will vote on a development permit application for a new light-industrial building project that will likely include a fitness centre.
Two charged with animal cruelty for starving dog
December 17, 2018Squamish
The dog had a body condition score of only one out of nine, was covered in pressure sores and had to have surgery to remove a deflated football from his stomach.
Police looking for suspicious man in Brackendale
December 17, 2018Squamish
The male is described as dark-skinned, thin face, wearing a 3/4 length coat with a fur trim, and red, green, and white pajama pants.
Development permit sought for over 100 townhomes
December 17, 2018Squamish
This would be the second phase of the proposal, with phase one for 88 town homes approved by the council in December last year
A new gym opens in Squamish
December 13, 2018Squamish
Steve and Tiera Wilson opened the Wildlife Gym in the Squamish Business Park in September this year.
CN to install no-parking signs on Government Road; will tow vehicles starting Feb.1
December 12, 2018Squamish
CN Railways staff will be installing No Parking signage and will be towing vehicles found parked on CN Property.
VGH has a new life saving technique for traumatic injury
December 12, 2018BC/Canada
A temporary balloon is placed in the patient’s aorta, via the large artery in the thigh (femoral artery). This prevents patients from “bleeding out,” or dying of internal bleeding.
High streamflow advisory issued for Stawamus River
December 11, 2018Squamish
Heavy rain is forecast for Thursday with rainfall totals up to 60 millimetres. An additional storm is expected to arrive later on Friday.
BC Ferries adds over 160 extra sailings for holiday season
December 11, 2018Sea to Sky
BC Ferries is also over 30 extra sailings on the West Vancouver – Nanaimo route (Horseshoe Bay – Departure Bay).
Rainfall warning issued for Howe Sound
December 10, 2018Squamish
Environment Canada has issued a rainfall warning for Howe Sound.
BC to hire 150 to 200 wildland firefighters
December 10, 2018BC/Canada
Between 150 and 200 positions will be filled throughout the province, including in Williams Lake, Quesnel, 100 Mile House and Alexis Creek.
Police warn man caught on camera defecating on property in Squamish
December 9, 2018Squamish
On Wednesday, December 5, at 12:20 pm, Squamish RCMP received a complainant of an individual who had defecated twice on a property along Highway 99 in Squamish.
Whistler to install new gateway signs
December 6, 2018Sea to Sky
The projects were launched four years ago, and were funded BC’s Resort Municipality Initiative.
Help sought for badly injured barred owl
December 5, 2018BC/Canada
Once the owl recovers, staff will assess her ability to hunt before release. At present, the owl is on pain meds and in pretty rough shape.






















