B.C.’s Ministry of Finance is investigating Surrey’s Kwantlen Polytechnic University’s student association to see if it has been misusing any funds or if there has been “other problematic conduct.” Brenda Bailey, Minister of Finance, issued the ministerial order on Friday (March 13). It states that effective immediately, “pending the investigation, a ministerial order prohibits the […]

Kids can learn to code at an event on March 14 at the Maple Ridge Public Library. The Scratch 3.0 Club uses a 75-card deck to teach children aged eight to 12 simple coding skills. It is running today from 2 to 3 p.m. They will create interactive stories, games and animations such as Pong

March 14 is the birthday of famed theoretical physicist Albert Einstein, who is best known for developing the theory of relativity. Einstein was born on March 14, 1879 and is still revered as an important figure in science. His birthday is also Pi Day, or π Day, in celebration of a mathematical constant. Pi Day

The City of Maple Ridge is asking for public feedback on the latest city budget, and is offering the chance to win a $150 gift card. City hall is inviting residents and businesses to share feedback on the draft 2026–2030 Financial Plan. The budget for 2026 will see the average home in Maple Ridge get

Thieves targeted a community bus for seniors last week, stealing important safety and operational items. Maria Perretta, executive director of the Ridge Meadows Seniors Society, described the discovery of the break and enter as “heartbreaking.” Thieves stole wheelchair tie-downs, first aid kits, a fire extinguisher, a backup camera, and other equipment. They also damaged the