Dear Editor, Copy of a letter sent to Finance Minister Brenda Bailey, MLA Lisa Beare, and BC Seniors Advocate Dan Levitt I just heard the news about the increase in the cost of property tax deferral and I’m angry and appalled. I am 66 years old and have just enrolled in the tax deferral program, […]
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Jordan Eberle scored twice, lifting the Seattle Kraken to a 5-1 win over the visiting Vancouver Canucks in NHL action Saturday at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle. Chandler Stephenson had a goal and two assists for the Kraken (28-22-9), with Vince Dunn and Matty Beniers adding single goals. Joey Daccord earned the win in goal,
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Tickets are now on sale for a new fundraiser to help children and youth who are victims or witnesses of abuse. The inaugural Alisa’s Wish Hearts and Teacups Fundraiser will be a high tea event taking place the weekend before Mother’s Day and money raised will be going to the Alisa’s Wish Child & Youth
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Anyone else routinely read the obituaries? I’ve read newspapers, in print and later online, for as long as I can remember. Still do, every day. But only recently have I begun to semi-regularly check the obituaries (of my hometown paper). Is that morbid? A routine concession to advancing age? Just something lots of folks do
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Maple Ridge residents and businesses are invited to comment on the city’s draft 2026 budget. At a special meeting on Feb. 17, council directed staff to proceed with community engagement on the proposed 2026–2030 Financial Plan, and a proposed property tax increase of 3.5 per cent, up to 4.1 per cent including sewer and water.
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