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Federal election: Liberal Pam Goldsmith-Jones

Federal election: Liberal Pam Goldsmith-Jones

Former West Vancouver mayor wants to restore "civility, respect, fairness and accessibility"
Deer rescued from cliff on Taylor Road

Deer rescued from cliff on Taylor Road

There is one lucky deer roaming Bowen Island. It was rescued from a narrow cliff edge off Taylor Road on Wednesday afternoon. Alex Vallee was walking by the cliff and heard rocks fall.
How I Got Here: Melanie Mason

How I Got Here: Melanie Mason

Wanting to move here is one thing; finding a place to live is quite another, new councillor discovers
Sawdust will fly at Bowfest's Logger Games

Sawdust will fly at Bowfest's Logger Games

New event will certainly become a new favourite at Bowen Island's send-off to summer
Bowen Island gets its first traffic light

Bowen Island gets its first traffic light

Pedestrian crosswalk near BICS is now a little bit safer after new solar-powered warning lights are added.

Cardena Rd parking proposal too dangerous: neighbour

Adding new spots next to Crippen Park entrance is a "tragedy waiting to happen", says Duncan Phillips
Lush puts its ethics where its mouth is

Lush puts its ethics where its mouth is

During a three-day retreat at Bowen Island Lodge, staff enjoy vegetarian meals featuring many grown-on-Bowen products thanks to Snug Cafe
Humpback whales visit Howe Sound

Humpback whales visit Howe Sound

Earlier this week, Mike Shannon might have been tempted to hang a “whale watching” shingle on the windows of his English Bay Launch water taxis.

Theft a reminder to keep valuables secure: RCMP

Bowen Island’s reputation as a safe place to live and visit is largely due to neighbours, businesses, and visitors helping each other out.
Remembering Claus Spiekermann

Remembering Claus Spiekermann

Founder of BICS was one of Bowen's best community builders