More than 1,000 people showed up to the Maple Ridge RCMP’s free open house event on Saturday, May 9. They saw police officers, vehicles and equipment, as well as many interative booths, games and prizes. “We were thrilled by the amazing turnout and enjoyed answering residents’ questions about some of the resources, tools, and techniques […]

Dear Editor, I got back into cycling after moving to Maple Ridge in 2021. I’ve greatly enjoyed the numerous cycling trails, multi-use pathways (MUPs), and bike lanes that I can access from my home to either get around town or simply enjoy some exercise. Recently, in looking up the new cycling laws that I’ve heard

The trial of a man accused in a double murder in Saanich continues as he was expected to present his self-represented defence in the fatal stabbing of two homeless people more than three years ago. Christopher Cathcart, a tall man in his late 30s, appeared in Victoria court on May 7 to face allegations in

Maple Ridge Mayor Dan Ruimy was in Victoria recently, lobbying cabinet ministers for more funding to build infrastructure in one of the province’s fastest-growing cities. “We regularly go out there for advocacy,” explained Ruimy. “What’s really important now, is with the federal government creating more funds, its imperative that we work with the province to

For years Karli Mann has been waiting for the right moment to unleash her rather unique party trick. In front of a flock of over 100 bird lovers in Beacon Hill Park, she finally got her chance to spread her wings and fly. Competing in the second annual Scream Like a Gull contest, Mann soared