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There are still dirt roads, pieces of heavy machinery and on weekdays, up to sixty construction workers on the Belterra site, but there are now actual residents of Bowen’s first co-housing development.

After 34 years working as an educator in the public school system and five years as the principal of Bowen Island Community School [BICS], Jennifer Pardee is retiring.

This week, BC Ferries announced its decision to remove the 3.4 percent fuel surcharge added to all ferry fares. The decision came into effect on Wednesday December 17. “The price of fuel is coming down,” says BC Ferries spokesperson Deborah Marshall.

Bowen Island residents will get the chance to vote on whether or not to add a 0.

There are two lots with homes built and occupied and five lots under construction at The Cape On Bowen.

Last week, Environment Canada issued a rainfall warning for the Metro Vancouver region, and offered a prediction of sub-tropical storms for three days.

Sarah Jane Scouten, a homegrown roots and old-time country songwriter now living out East is returning to Bowen Island.

Family, friends, neighbours and colleagues came together at the Bowen Island Legion on Saturday to share memories of the late mayor, Jack Adelaar. Master of Ceremonies, Bill Pocklington said that Jack would’ve wanted a party.

Bowen Islander Geoff Soloway wants to help men reduce their stress, anxiety and depression, and boost their focus, creativity, and performance. His method is teaching practices of mindfulness.

The winner of the “Most Valuable Mo” Award on fundraising for men’s health