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B.C. reports three new COVID-19 deaths – lowest daily total in 13 weeks

The number of outbreaks at seniors' homes has declined significantly since vaccines started to be administered in December.

Feb 17, 2021 3:59 PM Read more >

Fraser Valley churches can continue pandemic services: court

Government COVID application against churches dismissed

Feb 17, 2021 3:27 PM Read more >

Court dismisses B.C.'s injunction application to stop in-person church services

Officials worry in-door religious services could increase COVID-19 infection chances and encourage viral spread.

Feb 17, 2021 3:25 PM Read more >

B.C. ranks #3 in Canada for auto thefts

"The number of stolen cars in Canada is on the rise, which is not good news for policyholders."

Feb 17, 2021 2:50 PM Read more >

B.C. Liberals to set leadership vote no later than next February, says party

VANCOUVER — British Columbia's Liberals say the party will elect a new leader no later than next February.

Feb 17, 2021 2:42 PM Read more >

RCMP issue provincewide warrant for wanted man

Anyone with information about Eddie Quilt's whereabouts is asked to call Merritt RCMP.

Feb 17, 2021 1:45 PM Read more >

Conservation officers kill cougar, search for second animal after teen followed

COQUITLAM, B.C. — The Conservation Officer Service says a juvenile cougar has been killed after a teenager reported being followed by two of the animals in Coquitlam, B.C.

Feb 17, 2021 1:35 PM Read more >

Seaspan Ferries to trial massive energy storage battery

West Coast cargo ferry to carry Blue Whale battery

Feb 17, 2021 12:35 PM Read more >

Seaspan Ferries to trial massive energy storage battery

West Coast cargo ferry to carry Blue Whale battery

Feb 17, 2021 12:34 PM Read more >

Scooter is not a motor-assisted cycle, court rules

A scooter is not a motor-assisted cycle, the B.C. Court of Appeal has ruled in the case of a man charged with driving without a driver’s licence and with driving without insurance.

Feb 17, 2021 12:20 PM Read more >

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Do you think New West city council should sign a carbon emission declaration and pledge form?

No, it's an invasion of privacy. No, the climate change focus should be on policy, not on personal choices. No, it's unfair to those who may have mobility or other challenges. No, for another reason not listed here. Yes, councillors should lead by example. Yes, personal responsibility and policy change can co-exist in the fight against climate change. Yes, it would make a symbolic statement. Yes, for another reason not listed here. Don't know/don't care.

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