Squamish News
Test of Metal: ‘A Great Day Out with 800 of Your Closest Bike Friends’
The test is not the most technical race course, nor the hardest but it is just a great day out with 800 of your closest bike friends, says Test of Metal director Cliff Miller in this special interview with Paula de Jong.
New in Town: Bill Stoner
BILL Stoner has been in Squamish for only a few months but his new job has placed him in the thick of Squamish action during a major event.
Squamish Air Quality at ‘High Health Risk’
As a result of the Elaho Valley wildfire, the Air Quality Health Index is currently indicating that air quality in Squamish is 9 or “high health risk”.
Fire Crews Battle Human-Caused Wildfire in Elaho Valley
Reports from the Wildfire Management Branch indicate that the fire at Elaho Valley is approximately 15 to 20 hectares in size, and appears to have been human caused.
Growth Could Result in a Sick Community
AS MENTAL Health week dwindles to an end, my friends on social media are still asking others to share a post on how life isn’t easy. It suggests that many of us are living with issues that can cause mental health challenges in one form or another.
International Day of Yoga to be Celebrated in Squamish
Squamish will take the lead in celebrating the inaugural International Day of Yoga on the Summer Solstice at Stan Clarke Park from 9 to 11 am. The event will be organised by the Chopra Wellness and Addiction Centre.
Iconic Brackendale Art Gallery Goes on Sale
Here is a once in a life time opportunity to own one of Squamish's most iconic established business. The Brackendale Art Gallery has been listed for sale for $2.7 million by local realtor,Tara Hunter.
District Releases Annual Report
The District of Squamish has released its 2014 annual report highlighting the work of council and staff in 2014.
John Howe Gets 2015 Volunteer of the Year Award
John Howe from Squamish Search and Rescue was awarded the 2015 SAR Volunteer of the Year Award for his long time involvement in West Vancouver – Sea to Sky and his outstanding contribution in managing the April 2014 rescue of Christine Newman, who was resuscitated after being found unconscious in deep snow in a tree well.
District Distances Itself from Controversial Report
In response to our story on the rockfall report, the District of Squamish has clarified that it did not pay for the controversial report.