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Culinary star Rob Feenie to become chef-in-residence at this Coquitlam golf club
Chef Rob Feenie officially joins the Vancouver Golf Club in Coquitlam as culinary director and Chef-In-Residence, with a menu launching in late-April. → Read More
New Coquitlam restaurant to open from ashes of electrical fire
Construction is underway at 102-100 Schoolhouse St. for Naan Club, which will offer Indian cuisine, and is currently hiring a manager, cooks and kitchen staff. → Read More
Why are historical photos popping up around town in Port Coquitlam?
Port Coquitlam Heritage will be showcasing its collection of May Day celebration photos during Heritage Week to mark the 100th anniversary of the event. → Read More
Why this Port Coquitlam mom rented a 6,000 sq. ft. warehouse, and what she plans to do next
Jessica Skuk started with a home-based, online gift box business. Now, she wants to create a community marketplace for artisan gifts made by Canadian women. → Read More
Coquitlam students take their plea for 'kindness' to the B.C. legislature
Porter Elementary students are spreading kindness and asking the B.C. government to proclaim Real Acts of Caring week Feb. 12 to 18, 2023. → Read More
Prominent Coquitlam corner about to undergo a transformation
Once an older neighbourhood of 1920s and 1930s working class houses, this south west Coquitlam neighbourhood is changing. Signage has gone up to promote the Salishan by Ledingham McAllister on Lougheed Highway. → Read More
Port Moody bakers selling 'mochi doughnut bouquets' in time for Valentine's Day
Stuck for a Valentine's Day gift? These small batch mochi doughnut bouquets may win the heart of your loved one. Plus partial proceeds support Share Society. → Read More
B.C.'s biggest francophone music and cultural festival coming to Coquitlam
This is the 34th year for Festival du Bois, which offers musical performances, dancing, food, workshops, shopping and a traditional francophone experience at Mackin Park. → Read More
Coquitlam teen shocked after thieves smashed into her gift store before opening day
Thieves smashed the front door of Artisan Gifts and Flowers shop in Austin Heights in Coquitlam on Jan. 31, 2023, before opening day of teen's business. → Read More
Daughter using Instagram to find life-saving kidney donor for her Port Coquitlam father
Joshy Reddy is desperate to find a kidney for her father, who is a long-time Port Coquitlam resident. → Read More
Long-awaited Cactus Club opens in Coquitlam with two new dishes to try
Tri-City residents have been watching for months as Cactus Club was constructed in a parking lot at Coquitlam Centre. This evening it will open for walk-in guests. → Read More
Korean chicken joint opens in Port Coquitlam for evening and late-night cravings
This fried chicken restaurant doesn't open until 4 p.m. For all the Korean fried chicken lovers out there, you can order delivery, take out or dine in. → Read More
Fake bank manager steals thousands of dollars in cryptocurrency scam: Coquitlam RCMP
Coquitlam RCMP area warning the public of a fraud where someone posing as a bank manager tells victims to transfer money from bank account to Bitcoin ATM. → Read More
Court throws out $50M 'vexatious' lawsuit against Port Coquitlam politician
Anti-vaxxer suit deemed 'vexatious' by court in claiming province is a dictatorship and demanding $50 million from public safety minister Mike Farnworth. → Read More
Watch: Bird watchers get creative to help hummingbirds survive B.C.'s cold snap
Coquitlam, Langley, Surrey, Maple Ridge readers offer tips to keep hummingbird feeders from freezing during B.C.'s recent cold snap, with photos and video. → Read More
Here's how to keep hummingbirds from freezing during B.C.'s cold snap
Frozen hummingbird feeders can cause injury unless they are heated to keep nectar warm and other tips for keeping B.C. birds safe during winter's cold. → Read More
Photos: Pedestrian in hospital after being hit on Highway 1 in Coquitlam
Traffic on Highway 1 was tied up for several hours Sunday evening while RCMP conducted an accident investigation. Anyone who witnessed the incident and hasn't yet come forward is asked to contact BC Highway Patrol. → Read More
Here's what it costs to own a hobby farm along this Port Coquitlam road
A five-acre property listed on Prairie Avenue features a large home and two barns. → Read More
Plant-based Port Moody restaurant with West Coast vibe opens this week
Kokomo, a plant-based restaurant, located in Suter Brook Village in Port Moody, is holding a grand opening on Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022 offering menu samples. → Read More
This Port Coquitlam brewery is back in business after a year-long closure
Craft beer in B.C. is seeing a resurgence in Port Coquitlam after Taylight Brewing on Coast Meridian Road re-opened its tasting room after a long closure. → Read More