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The Tri-City News serves as a vital source for news, events, and stories in the British Columbia communities of Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Anmore, and Belcarra. Established in 1985, this award-winning publication has evolved alongside the communities it serves. It is available in print every Thursday and can be accessed online anytime at www.tricitynews.com. Our platform offers extensive information on various topics, including news, local issues, politics, sports, community events, and arts and culture, in both print and digital formats. Additionally, we feature a variety of reader opinions and encourage you to share your thoughts as well. Dive into our articles, explore our website, and participate in our polls to make your voice heard. We value your perspective on the issues that matter most to you. The Tri-City News: Your stories. Your community. Your newspaper.

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Man charged with arson after authorities say he sparked New Jersey Pine Barrens blaze

10 hours ago | tricitynews.com | Bruce Shipkowski

CHATSWORTH, N.J. (AP) — A man set wooden pallets on fire and failed to properly put them out in New Jersey's Pine Barrens, sparking a quick-moving wildfire, authorities said Thursday. Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer and Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Shawn LaTourette said the Waretown man faces aggravated arson and arson charges in the southern New Jersey wildfire, which authorities said Thursday morning grew to more than 23 square miles. (59 square kilometers).
How many stranger assaults are happening in the City of Vancouver?

11 hours ago | tricitynews.com | Alanna Kelly

Multiple people have been assaulted during violent stranger attacks in Vancouver over the last month. One incident resulted in the death of a 92-year-old man in Chinatown; another involved a Toronto woman who was attacked on the seawall. The Vancouver Police Department confirmed with Glacier Media there are one to two assaults per day throughout the city that are being classified as stranger assaults.
Spring allergies are back. Here's how to check pollen levels and keep from sneezing

5 days ago | tricitynews.com | Kenya Hunter

ATLANTA (AP) — Allergy season can be miserable for tens of millions of Americans when trees, grass, and other pollens cause runny noses, itchy eyes, coughing and sneezing. Where you live, what you’re allergic to and your lifestyle can make a big difference when it comes to the severity of your allergies. Experts say climate change is leading to longer and more intense allergy seasons, but also point out that treatments for seasonal allergies have become more effective over the last decade.
Brian Schottenheimer's first NFL draft as Cowboys coach could fall several ways for Dallas

1 week ago | tricitynews.com | Schuyler Dixon
Courchesne out as CEO of the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce

1 week ago | tricitynews.com | Janis Cleugh

The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce is on the look for a new chief executive director. On Tuesday, April 15, Leslie Courchesne announced she’ll be stepping down as leader of the non-profit organization that serves businesses and groups in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Anmore and Belcarra. Courchesne, a Port Moody resident, joined the Chamber in August 2021 to replace Michael Hind, who had held the post for 11 years.
Coquitlam RCMP warn public after man escapes while on escorted day trip

1 week ago | tricitynews.com | Mario Bartel

Coquitlam RCMP is warning the public not to approach a man who escaped while on an escorted day trip from the Colony Farm Forensic Psychiatric Hospital. Kristopher Leclair was at the Wendy’s/Tim Hortons restaurant at 1450 United Blvd. in Coquitlam when he slipped away. He was last seen at a bus stop at the corner of United and Millside Street at 10:20 a.m., April 15.
Country, pop and covers: Port Coquitlam's got the tunes for May Days

1 week ago | tricitynews.com | Janis Cleugh

The musical lineup is out for the May Days party in Port Coquitlam. And this year’s celebrations to honour the 102-year-old city tradition includes a new entertainment stage at Leigh Square — just for kids. From noon to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 10, families can walk over after the Rotary May Day parade to hear songs from Choral Connections, The Coyotes and Baron Band, as well as see acts from West Coast Circus.
The bears are starting to wake up. Coquitlam is issuing warnings

1 week ago | tricitynews.com | Janis Cleugh

As bears start to wake up and other wildlife peek out this spring, Coquitlam Mounties are reminding residents to be alert and to lock up their garbage. The detachment is advising homeowners and tenants to secure their trash and not to put out compost, recycling or garbage bins until collection day. As well, RCMP is asking the public not to feed wild animals as they’ll become habituated and will return for more — placing danger in neighbourhoods.
Rory McIlroy has the Masters and a Grand Slam. That gives him freedom to chase more

1 week ago | tricitynews.com | Doug Ferguson

AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) — The Mount Rushmore of golf now has six faces carved into granite, and for that Rory McIlroy should feel as though he achieved the highest pinnacle in golf. But there is so much more ahead for McIlroy. He turns 36 next month and believes he is a better player than he was 10 years ago. There is little evidence to suggest otherwise. In his 18 years on tour — half his life as a professional golfer — McIlroy has never won three times before the calendar turned to May.
Nova Scotia moves forward with plan for municipalities to protect coastlines

1 week ago | tricitynews.com | Keith Doucette

HALIFAX — The Nova Scotia government is offering municipalities a blueprint on how they can protect the province’s 13,000 kilometres of coastline. Environment Minister Tim Halman was in Sydney, N.S., Tuesday where he announced a new website link with examples of bylaws and other regulations municipalities can use to prevent coastal erosion.