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Men the majority of drowning victims: B.C. coroner

Men the majority of drowning victims: B.C. coroner

Data from the B.C. Coroners Service also revealed alcohol or drugs — or a combination — played a contributing factor in 22 of the drownings
Letter: New West needs water meters, not just prayers for rain

Letter: New West needs water meters, not just prayers for rain

"The luxury of being able to use as much water as one pleases is just not sustainable."
B.C. teacher who allegedly told students to 'shut up' reprimanded for demeaning child

B.C. teacher who allegedly told students to 'shut up' reprimanded for demeaning child

Elaine Joy Fraser will have to complete the 'Creating a Positive Learning Environment' course through the Justice Institute of BC by March 31, 2024.
New West hit hard by unregulated drug crisis: 16 deaths in six months

New West hit hard by unregulated drug crisis: 16 deaths in six months

Death count climbs in B.C. – 1,228 deaths so far in 2023 in toxic drug crisis
Silent menace in Burnaby park: locals urge helmets to ward off owl attacks

Silent menace in Burnaby park: locals urge helmets to ward off owl attacks

An aggressive owl has attacked multiple people at Burnaby's Squint Lake Park, but an expert says the behaviour should taper off as the bird's offspring become independent.
Vaccinate your rabbits: Rescue warns of deadly disease in Lower Mainland

Vaccinate your rabbits: Rescue warns of deadly disease in Lower Mainland

A low-cost vaccination clinic is being held in Langley on July 23.
Union rescinds 72-hour B.C. port strike notice that had been set for Saturday

Union rescinds 72-hour B.C. port strike notice that had been set for Saturday

VANCOUVER — The labour dispute at British Columbia ports is receiving a federal reaction previously used for events including the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, blockades associated with the Freedom Convoy, and the short-lived rebellion in Russia la
Join the Scones & Bones fundraiser: Support animals and enjoy delicious scones

Join the Scones & Bones fundraiser: Support animals and enjoy delicious scones

Green's and Beans Deli is hosting a fundraiser to support Wild West Animal League
Province directs Surrey, B.C., to stay with local police force despite city's wishes

Province directs Surrey, B.C., to stay with local police force despite city's wishes

VICTORIA — It was, in British Columbia Solicitor General Mike Farnworth's own estimation, an "extraordinary" use of his powers.
B.C.-wide Amber Alert issued for Surrey girl and boy

B.C.-wide Amber Alert issued for Surrey girl and boy

If you see them, do not approach and call 911.