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Nominations have closed for the provincial vote. Advance voting runs Oct. 16 to 21, and Elections BC says 355 candidates are running across the province.
About 15 firefighters from Pitt Meadows and Maple Ridge spent six hours tackling a fire on Neaves Road. Police say two people were taken to hospital in serious but stable condition as investigators look into the cause.
The two-term trustee, who has chaired the board for the past four years, cites literacy, student well-being, AI guidance and a new Silver Valley school among her priorities.
Maple Ridge residents can vote in advance on four dates before the Oct. 17 general voting day. The city also outlines mail ballot deadlines, voter eligibility and three separate borrowing questions.
Thirty-two youth, seniors and other local groups shared proceeds from the 15th annual Rotary Duck Race, which raised more than $97,000. Groups received $8 from each $10 ticket sold.
The mailout explains voting by mail, in advance or on General Voting Day, and outlines three separate assent vote questions on proposed long-term borrowing for recreation projects.
MacDonald points to round-the-clock career fire coverage, faster overnight response times and a community policing model, alongside housing, amenities and financial stewardship, as work completed during her term.
The city has improved drainage in priority areas, updated its Flood Response Plan and continues to monitor water levels and weather as fall storms begin.
The 27th annual tour is scheduled for May 8 and 9, 2027. Applications are free and must be submitted by Nov. 15; selected artists will be notified by Dec. 1.
The Maple Ridge-born singer, songwriter and guitarist will perform at the monthly songwriting gathering, which also features an original-music open mic.
Seventeen-year-old classical vocalist Chelsea (Yunxi) Jiang will perform an operatic and classical programme on Oct. 4, with all donations supporting Operation Smile Canada.
Fire Hall 4 will host a free family open house from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Oct. 3, with tours, safety activities, food by donation and information on lithium-ion battery charging.
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