Squamish News
Logging Trucks Unfairly Targeted: Forestry Advocates
Forest industry adovactes and logging truck operators say commercial vehicle inspectors have unfairly targeting logging trucks following the accident that claimed the life of a West Vancouver man.
A Trail That Will Spin a Yarn
Meg Fellowes is proposing a trail that will string the town's well-known buildings and its natural assets in a loop, helping us share the stories that bind our diverse community together.
Over $600,000 Paid to consultants in 2012
District of Squamish made out cheques over $600,000 to an array of consultants in 2012, the Statement of Financial Information (SOFI) reveals.
‘Deafening Silence’ on Herring Loss: Harbour Manager
The Harbour Authority of Squamish manager is questioning the ‘deafening silence’ of councillors and environmentalists over an oil spill that he believes affected the herring spawn this March.
Accident Claims Two Lives Near Lions Bay
Two people were killed while another two were transported to hospital with serious injuries in an accident on Highway. 99,
‘Should Have Told Community About Bethel Proposal’: Heintzman
In a rare yet fleeting mea culpa, District of Squamish officials admitted that they should have told the community about the proposal brought forward by Bethel Lands principal, Michael Hutchison, two years ago.
Severance Agreement Costs District $136,421
Two severance agreements signed between the district and non-union employees cost the tax payers $136,421.
More Events Needed to Bring People Downtown: District Study
There would be more visitors walking into downtown stores if there was a wider selection of retailers and dining, events, and more convenient shopping times, says a latest district survey.
No stomach left grumbling
Squamish Breakfast Club has served 7,870 breakfasts to elementary students in Squamish in the last one year alone.
Could Outsourcing Work for Squamish
By Nate DolhaPublished: Nov. 16, 2013 The idea of contracting services is not a new one. The corporate world