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Incumbent Meghan Lahti, Coun. Haven Lurbiecki go head-to-head for Port Moody mayor's seat; 16 candidates vie for city council.

Read the Dispatch's pre-election Q&A roundup of Port Moody's civic election candidates: buff.ly/453BcTw

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Lurbiecki challenges Lahti in Port Moody mayoral race – Tri-Cities Dispatch
cropped photo supplied Northwest After four years of debate, voters are set to get the last word as incumbent Meghan Lahti and Coun. Haven Lurbiecki
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September 16, 2026 at 6:30 PM
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The Dispatch's pre-civic election Q&A series (for 2026) continues with a comprehensive list of Port Coquitlam's candidates for mayor and council - and their promises.

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Two mayoral candidates challenge West in Port Coquitlam – Tri-Cities Dispatch
file photo Jeremy Shepherd After running unopposed in 2022, Port Coquitlam Mayor Brad West will have to fend off challenges from Connor Fesenmaier and
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September 15, 2026 at 10:20 PM
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Thanks to Cathy Nichols for sharing this stunning sunset, as seen in today's issue of the Tri-Cities Dispatch newsletter.

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A view of a sunset over Port Moody Arm, facing west from Port Moody City Hall.
September 15, 2026 at 6:30 PM
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Here's what Coquitlam's candidates for mayor and council are promising ahead of this year's municipal election on Oct. 17 - find it all in this Dispatch Q&A: buff.ly/LAksPQ4

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Three candidates vying to be Coquitlam's next mayor – Tri-Cities Dispatch
file photo Jeremy Shepherd It’s a three-way race in Coquitlam as Coun. Craig Hodge, Madhavee Inamdar, and Coun. Trish Mandewo all look to move into the
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September 14, 2026 at 6:30 PM
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The federal government is set to contribute as much as $67.4 million toward the Burke Mountain Community Centre, according to an announcement Wednesday.

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Feds chip in as much as $67 million on Burke Mountain rec centre – Tri-Cities Dispatch
photo supplied The ground is broken and the money is pouring in. The federal government is set to contribute as much as $67.4 million toward the Burke
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September 11, 2026 at 10:20 PM
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Thanks to Teresa David for spotting this beautiful burst of colour near Rocky Point pier, as seen in yesterday's Dispatch newsletter.

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Bunches of pink zinnias among clusters of long green foliage.
September 11, 2026 at 4:04 PM
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“The housing market is in turmoil right now,” Port Coquitlam Coun. Steve Darling said.

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Port Coquitlam behind on ‘Colossal waste of time’ provincial housing targets – Tri-Cities Dispatch
photo Scott Betson Two years after being issued a housing target order from the province, Port Coquitlam is nearly 200 homes off the pace. However, that
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September 10, 2026 at 6:30 PM
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Port Coquitlam’s two-term mayor officially announced his re-election campaign on Tuesday.

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Mayor Brad West is running for re-election in Port Coquitlam – Tri-Cities Dispatch
photo supplied Brad West is looking to keep his seat for four more years. Port Coquitlam’s two-term mayor officially announced his re-election campaign on
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September 9, 2026 at 10:20 PM
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Thanks to Scott Pearce for this lovely view of rose mallow in Coquitlam's Inspiration Garden, as seen in today's issue of the Dispatch newsletter.

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Green, pointed flower buds ready to open, nestled among large purple leaves with soft-focus garden foliage in the background.
September 9, 2026 at 6:30 PM
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Ryan Kohler of Anmore is facing one charge of fraud over $5,000 and two charges of theft. The alleged offences occurred between October 2024 and May 2025, according to a release from Coquitlam RCMP.

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Former Anmore Elementary PAC treasurer faces charges for fraud and theft – Tri-Cities Dispatch
photo supplied Approximately 10 months after the Anmore PAC reported “significant financial discrepancies” in their bank accounts, B.C. Prosecution
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September 8, 2026 at 6:30 PM
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Coquitlam Mayor Richard Stewart bears responsibility for the misuse of his login credentials that led to a 2022 data breach, according to Metro Vancouver.

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Metro Vancouver accuses Stewart of ‘shifting blame’ following data breach – Tri-Cities Dispatch
stock photo supplied Confidential data by Nick Youngson CC BY-SA 3.0 Pix4free Coquitlam Mayor Richard Stewart bears responsibility for the misuse of his
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September 4, 2026 at 10:20 PM
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Thanks to Gillian Wark for this lovely photo of a Mundy Park customer waiting for a little service, as seen in yesterday's Dispatch newsletter.

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A small, gray-and-orange squirrel gripping a wooden railing with its front paws, alert and whiskers-forward against a sunlit, leafy background.
September 4, 2026 at 4:04 PM
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The former Union of B.C. Municipalities president recently announced her campaign to become Coquitlam’s next mayor.

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Mandewo announces Coquitlam mayoral bid – Tri-Cities Dispatch
photo Sarah Artico Photography After two terms as a councillor, Trish Mandewo is looking to switch seats. The former Union of B.C. Municipalities
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September 3, 2026 at 6:30 PM
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Coquitlam Mayor Richard Stewart filed a civil claim against Metro Vancouver on Friday, alleging he suffered loss of income and damage to his reputation during the fallout from a 2022 data breach.

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‘Dishonorable, unreasonable, and defamatory.’ Stewart sues Metro Vancouver over handling of data breach investigation – Tri-Cities Dispatch
stock photo supplied Confidential data by Nick Youngson CC BY-SA 3.0 Pix4free Coquitlam Mayor Richard Stewart filed a civil claim against Metro Vancouver
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September 2, 2026 at 10:20 PM
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Thanks to Teresa David for sharing this beautiful view of the inlet from Newport Village, as seen in yesterday's issue of the Dispatch newsletter & atop our Bluesky page!

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The sun, breaking through clouds over a river inlet and casting a bright reflection on the water between forested hills.
September 2, 2026 at 6:30 PM
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Mary Hill and Eagle Ridge elementary schools are each set to get 24 spots for before- and after-school childcare, according to a release issued from the province on Monday.

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48 new school childcare spaces announced – Tri-Cities Dispatch
file photo Tire Stewardship B.C. Mary Hill and Eagle Ridge elementary schools are each set to get 24 spots for before- and after-school childcare,
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September 1, 2026 at 6:30 PM
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The owners of Coquitlam’s tallest skyscraper have launched a sprawling lawsuit alleging the landmark 49-storey tower suffers from an extensive list of construction defects.

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Coquitlam’s tallest skyscraper hit with lawsuit alleging widespread construction defects – Tri-Cities Dispatch
Google Street image The owners of Coquitlam’s tallest skyscraper have launched a sprawling lawsuit alleging the landmark 49-storey tower suffers from an The owners of Coquitlam’s tallest skyscraper…
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August 31, 2026 at 10:20 PM
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Thanks to Vincent Gorman for this eye-catching sunset, as published in today's Tri-Cities Dispatch newsletter.

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A glowing red sun in a cloudy, dim sky above a stand of trees.
August 31, 2026 at 6:30 PM
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Ali Cina, a 21-year-old Simon Fraser University student, has announced his candidacy as an independent for Coquitlam council in the Oct. 17 municipal election.

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SFU student declares candidacy for Coquitlam council – Tri-Cities Dispatch
Ali Cina. Photo submitted Ali Cina, a 21-year-old Simon Fraser University student, has announced his candidacy as an independent for Coquitlam council in
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August 28, 2026 at 4:04 PM
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Coquitlam Coun. Teri Towner has announced she will seek re-election in the Oct. 17 municipal election as an independent.

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Coquitlam councillor announces re-election bid – Tri-Cities Dispatch
Photo submitted Coquitlam Coun. Teri Towner has announced she will seek re-election in the Oct. 17 municipal election as an independent. “I care deeply
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August 27, 2026 at 10:20 PM
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From last Friday's issue of the Dispatch newsletter, here's a photo of our feathered friend beating the heat - many thanks to reader Cathy Nichols!

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A heron standing on a flat rock in a shallow, clear stream among smooth pebbles and larger stones.
August 27, 2026 at 6:30 PM
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Port Moody residents could eventually get discounted or free parking at Rocky Point Park after council directed staff to develop two potential resident parking pass programs for a one-year trial.

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Port Moody to consider free or discount parking passes for residents at Rocky Point Park – Tri-Cities Dispatch
City of Port Moody image Port Moody residents could eventually get discounted or free parking at Rocky Point Park after council directed staff to develop Port Moody residents could eventually get…
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August 26, 2026 at 6:30 PM
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A Port Moody yoga studio is wondering why a city bylaw officer approached staff about a possible infraction while they were leading a puppy yoga session.

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Puppy yoga draws visit from Port Moody bylaws officer – Tri-Cities Dispatch
The puppies at the RVN Wellness event. Photo submitted A Port Moody yoga studio is wondering why a city bylaw officer approached staff about a possible
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August 25, 2026 at 10:20 PM
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Thanks to Richard Smith for this photo of a Port Moody sunset, as featured in today's Dispatch newsletter!

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A cloud-streaked sunset over a city surrounded by mountains and trees; a row of birds can be seen flying toward the sunset.
August 25, 2026 at 6:30 PM
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“Today, Phil officially joins the Port Coquitlam Fire and Emergency Services — not as a mascot, but as a working member of the team,” said Port Coquitlam Mayor Brad West.

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Phil the dog joins Port Coquitlam fire department to keep things chill – Tri-Cities Dispatch
Phil the dog. Photo submitted Meet Phil, a truly good dog. The City of Port Coquitlam Fire and Emergency Services proudly welcomed Phil as an official
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August 24, 2026 at 6:30 PM