Sandra Thomas

2 months ago | nsnews.com | Sandra Thomas

At just 18-years old, Jäger Rosenberg has been acclaimed as the NDP’s candidate for West Vancouver-Sunshine Coast-Sea to Sky electoral district for the upcoming federal election. At a nomination meeting March 9, following the withdrawal of his opponent, the West Vancouver–Sunshine Coast–Sea to Sky NDP unanimously acclaimed Rosenberg as their candidate for the 2025 election.

Jan 2, 2025 | nsnews.com | Sandra Thomas

According to a post on the Facebook page of Black Bean Café in Gibsons, the popular eatery is closing. The good news is, it’s taking over the iconic Molly’s Reach location. “It is with mixed emotions that we announce the closing of the current Black Bean Cafe location at the end of January 2025. While this closure was not part of our original plans, it comes as a result of our landlords not renewing our lease due to "a family decision,” the Facebook post said.

Dec 30, 2024 | richmond-news.com | Sandra Thomas

It's a story even the creatives over at Netflix couldn't have imagined. It was just days before Christmas and the biggest pop star of the 21st century was set to hit the stage of the NFL 2024 Christmas Day Halftime Show, riding in on a horse to perform in what was to become one of the most viewed TV moments in history. Problem was, the flooring was too slippery for the horses and the massive production was at risk.

Oct 10, 2024 | squamishchief.com | Sandra Thomas

Could the Village of Egmont on the Sunshine Coast, soon become the “next Tofino?” That’s the prediction from the co-owner of the West Coast Wilderness Lodge, who believes the village now has everything it needs to compete with Tofino, an ocean-front destination on Vancouver Island, famous for its sandy beaches and outdoor recreation. “You know, the only difference between Tofino and Egmont is they’ve got that big, long beach,” says Paul Hansen, who owns the lodge with wife Patti Hansen.

Oct 1, 2024 | timescolonist.com | Sandra Thomas

The “Save the Persephone” campaign is officially under way, with a goal to restore the iconic boat, made famous by the popular Canadian TV series The Beachcombers, and build a permanent, weather-protected home where it can continue to be a cultural landmark for generations to come. For decades, the Persephone was a fixture at the Five Corners intersection in Lower Gibsons, drawing fans from around the world to take photos and visit the town immortalized by the series.