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COVID and flu shots to be offered in B.C. starting Oct. 10; masking in hospitals returns next week

COVID and flu shots to be offered in B.C. starting Oct. 10; masking in hospitals returns next week

“We need and we want everyone, when they’re invited to do so, to get vaccinated,” said Health Minister Adrian Dix. “It’s important for influenza. It’s important for COVID-19.”
Sapperton train whistles could cease by 2025: city

Sapperton train whistles could cease by 2025: city

“The first time the train came through at two o’clock in the morning, I felt like the cartoon cat with its claws in the ceiling," one resident says.
Humpbacks vs. orcas: Intense whale chase caught on camera

Humpbacks vs. orcas: Intense whale chase caught on camera

The encounter lasted for about an hour.
Kitty litter purchased by B.C. school district not for students who identify as cats

Kitty litter purchased by B.C. school district not for students who identify as cats

Conspiracy theory gaining traction on social media has no basis in fact — the litter is for actual traction in cold winter weather
French immersion, Montessori amalgamation suggested for New West

French immersion, Montessori amalgamation suggested for New West

Here's what a consultant found in a review of programs of choice in New Westminster schools.
Pedestrian safety on sidewalks prompts discussion about e-scooters in New West

Pedestrian safety on sidewalks prompts discussion about e-scooters in New West

Electric devices aren't permitted on roads – less clear if they’re allowed on sidewalks
New West marks a record year for summer school

New West marks a record year for summer school

More than 1,000 students took part in summer courses this year.
Black B.C. teen awarded almost $28K for restaurant discrimination

Black B.C. teen awarded almost $28K for restaurant discrimination

Manager's heightened suspicion, scrutiny and monitoring consistent with persistent and harmful stereotypes, tribunal rules.
Thief buzzes off with North Vancouver church's bees

Thief buzzes off with North Vancouver church's bees

Who steals bees? The congregation at St. Andrew's United Church would like that question answered after a sticky-fingered bandit stole their hive, bees and all
Is another storm coming to Metro Vancouver? Here's what to know

Is another storm coming to Metro Vancouver? Here's what to know

Wet weather might dampen local soil, but it likely won't be as windy.