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A man and women were both reportedly shot

UPDATE: Police say double shooting targeted

COQUITLAM — Coquitlam Mounties have released more details about a double shooting in a quiet neighbourhood Thursday night.


 
Burnaby Barracuda's Martina Blazevic

Barracudas second at own Grand Prix meet

Burnaby Barracuda's Martina Blazevic and year-round swimmer Mei Stark won four individual races each at the Burnaby Barracudas annual Grand Prix summer swim meet at Central Park outdoor pool last weekend.


 
Homeless camps

Camp site covered up

In a situation that reeks like the one that blew up in Abbotsford last week, officials in Port Coquitlam now find themselves having to explain why fertilizer was dumped on a homeless camp earlier this month.


 
Port Coquitlam's Norman Nelson

PoCo man back for second tour

For a guy who took more than 30 years off of cycling, Norman Nelson sure decided to make a splash when he returned to the world of two wheels.


 

CALENDAR

Port Moody Arts Centre hosts a Mad Hatters' Tea Party and Hat-making Extravaganza, from 1 to 4 p.m. at 2425 St. Johns St. Celebrate the city's centennial by making a wild and wonderful hat to wear to the June 22 centennial parade, picnic or other 100th anniversary events this summer. Bring a hat to decorate or craft an original from supplies at this fun, social event. This is an all-ages event, and costs $2 per person for arts centre society members, and $5 per person (or $15 per family) for non-members. Call the arts centre at 604-931-2008 to reserve your tickets.


 

Bulbs need sun, food

"My tulip bulbs haven't bloomed for years. If they are replanted in a better location in fall, would they bloom?


 

PoCo garden pride

It's time for PoCo residents to show their civic pride and their appreciation of local gardeners' efforts to beautify the community. Nominations for the Pride of PoCo Garden Awards are being accepted until July 13.


 

LOU SEKORA RESPONDS TO HOTEL STORY

Re: "Hotel spending triggers outrage," Wednesday, June 5.


 

Drivers lose vehicles for going over 120 km/h

A trio of drivers will be without their wheels for the next week, after learning it doesn't pay to speed in the Tri-Cities.


 

Islanders control own destiny for at least 2nd place finish

Take care of business this weekend and the Delta Islanders will be in excellent position to take a serious run at a top two finish in the B.C.


 
Last week there were sheep and roosters at the Haney Farmers Market

What's On

June 13: Fundraiser . Alouette Addictions Services will be hosting a barbecue fundraiser, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Mark's Work Wearhouse, 22722 Lougheed Hwy. All proceeds will benefit Alouette Addictions.


 

Weather affects vegetable numbers

"When a package of vegetable seeds lists a number of days, what does that refer to?


 
 
Mary Steinhauser

A story of compassion

For many living in the Tri-Cities and beyond, the story of Mary Steinhauser has either been forgotten or never heard.


 

Sniper a blessing for Saints

What we know so far for certain - the Burnaby Lakers cannot stop Tyler Pace.


 

Calendar

SHARE Family & Community Services Society hosts a free alcohol and drug education session, from 7 to 8: 30 p.m. at 2615 Clarke St. (second floor) in Port Moody. The topic is "Anger - understanding your anger and learning how to manage it more effectively." Info: 604-936-3900.


 

Strawberry tea set for June 22

Trinity United Church will host a strawberry tea on Saturday, June 22.


 

PoCo playgrounds get more accessible

Port Coquitlam will soon become the first municipality in the Lower Mainland, if not B.C., to establish formal guidelines around accessible playgrounds on city property.