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Man nets $18K fine for prawn fishing in Howe Sound glass sponge reef area

Flouting rules for recreational fishing can result in environmental damage, judge says

Nov 29, 2022 10:30 AM Read more >

Watch: Decaying whales are 'islands of food' for aquatic organisms

"There are whole food webs that have evolved around these whale carcasses in deep water."

Nov 29, 2022 7:00 AM Read more >

'Impactful winter storm': Weather Network forecasts 'significant snow' for Metro Vancouver

Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement due to snowfall, plunging temperatures, and powerful winds.

Nov 28, 2022 11:21 AM Read more >

Missing kayaker found dead near Gibsons

Intensive all-night search involved the Canadian Coast Guard and three search and rescue units.

Nov 27, 2022 3:17 PM Read more >

Howe Sound documentary charts course for Bowen

The documentary Uncharted Waters showcases the collaborative efforts of a new generation of Howe Sound stewards

Nov 27, 2022 6:00 AM Read more >

'Confluence of bad air': How climate change is undermining B.C.'s air quality

In 2021, 16 municipalities exceeded provincial or federal air quality standards for PM 2.5, ozone or sulphur dioxide. Experts say climate change is driving a worrying trend.

Nov 25, 2022 6:00 PM Read more >

Delta Mayor George Harvie to chair Metro Vancouver board

The board oversees regional urban and rural planning for 21 municipalities, Tsawwassen First Nation and Electoral Area A.

Nov 25, 2022 1:37 PM Read more >

October’s most (and least) expensive home sales on Bowen

Three properties went for $1.39 million and up

Nov 24, 2022 2:30 PM Read more >

B.C.'s COVID-19 ICU patient count hits 16-week high

New presumed COVID-19 deaths in the province declined to 21, from 30 one week ago

Nov 24, 2022 1:40 PM Read more >

Belgium squeezes by Canada in World Cup opener

Bowen fans were eager to welcome the Canadian men's soccer team back to the tournament after nearly four decades

Nov 23, 2022 5:46 PM Read more >

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