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BIM appoints planner and manager of development and operations

In a press release, the Bowen Island Municipality announced the appointment of Keith Wahlstrom as the new manager of development and operations.

Blaze illustrates high fire risk

On Sunday, August 5, smoke coming from the south side of Bowen was seen from West Vancouver and prompted a number of reports, says Bowen Island's fire chief Brian Biddlecombe, adding that the incident illustrated the increased fire risk on the island

Bring your own bottle to some local restaurants

There are a number of benefits to being able to bring your own (B.Y.O.) wine into a restaurant with a primary food licence, according to Paul Rickett of the Bowen Island Beer and Wine Cellar.

Islands Trust invites public to participate in town hall meeting

The Islands Trust Council's next quarterly business meeting will take place on Bowen Island, September 11 to 13.

What about stockpiling, burning and composting at Sunset quarry?

The public hearing about the Twin Island Excavating rezoning application on July 31 marked the last chance for island residents to speak out about concerns with the proposed changes to the operation at the Sunset Road quarry.

Library takes on operation of med shed

In addition to books and movies, Bowen Islanders are now able to borrow walkers, crutches and other assorted medical equipment from the library.

Soylent Green stays open for business

The signs read: Bylaws kill dreams, Save the Soylent Green and Muni fix this now.

Accessible from the outside

The Bowen Island Community School grounds with the playground and sports fields play an important role in the community as they are a hub for sports and recreational activities.

Feedback about TransLink service

TransLink has recently completed a public consultation process and at the July 23 council meeting, Brian Mills, director of services and infrastructure planning, and Martin Lay, director of contracted transit services, shared some of the feedback and

BC Ferries reduces fuel surcharges

Just in time for the upcoming B.C. Day long weekend, BC Ferries is pleased to announce that the company is in a position to reduce the fuel surcharges by over 50 per cent on some routes due to the recent reduction in fuel prices.