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Wildfire impact on B.C. tourism varies by region, proximity and visibility of flames

Wildfire impact on B.C. tourism varies by region, proximity and visibility of flames

"It looks completely empty here, and I really can't blame people."
Adams Lake wildfire flares as wind, harsh terrain challenge B.C. on multiple fronts

Adams Lake wildfire flares as wind, harsh terrain challenge B.C. on multiple fronts

It was a scene of confusion, sadness and fear in what is usually an idyllic lakeside community as a "drastic wind shift" caught fire forecasters off guard in British Columbia's Shuswap region on Wednesday.
What do you think of the NWPD?: New West police launch public survey

What do you think of the NWPD?: New West police launch public survey

You may get a letter in the mail asking you to take part.
Convicted B.C. drug trafficker wins new U.S. extradition hearing

Convicted B.C. drug trafficker wins new U.S. extradition hearing

Tenny Guon Lim is alleged to be a leader of an international drug trafficking ring that transported illicit drugs through the United States.
Salsa nights heat up: From New West pier to Vancouver dance floors

Salsa nights heat up: From New West pier to Vancouver dance floors

You are invited to this outdoor salsa party at the New West pier. Bring a plus-one or don't.
New Westminster Record moves to digital-only format

New Westminster Record moves to digital-only format

Next Thursday's print edition will be the last.
Vancouver SRO owner rejects rent control, favours more housing supply

Vancouver SRO owner rejects rent control, favours more housing supply

Greg Spafford: "What Vancouver needs overall is just more housing — any type, any level."
Metro Vancouver speeder busted driving 107km in 60km zone with fake plates, no licence

Metro Vancouver speeder busted driving 107km in 60km zone with fake plates, no licence

The person they called to pick them up also had a suspended license
EV rebates suggest uptake in battery-powered cars soared in spring

EV rebates suggest uptake in battery-powered cars soared in spring

On average about 4,200 rebates were issued each month since the program launched in May 2019. But in April, May and June, over 30,000 rebates were delivered, or more than 10,000 each month.
'Devastating situation': Five homes destroyed by B.C. wildfire

'Devastating situation': Five homes destroyed by B.C. wildfire

The Downton Lake wildfire is estimated to still be 1,795 hectares in size and is burning out of control.