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SkyTrain delays, downed trolley wires and more transit issues Friday morning

SkyTrain delays, downed trolley wires and more transit issues Friday morning

This week's snowy conditions continue to have an impact on TransLink service across Metro Vancouver, as Friday morning's commute is already hampered by SkyTrain delays and bus issues.
New West-Burnaby crime spree lands man in prison

New West-Burnaby crime spree lands man in prison

A 51-year-old New Westminster man was handed a sentence just shy of three years for robberies in the city, as well as in Coquitlam and Burnaby.
Q to Q has “memorable” runs on snowy day in New West

Q to Q has “memorable” runs on snowy day in New West

The Q to Q ferry was a hit among Queensborough residents during Wednesday’s extreme weather event. Laura Ranalletta of the Queensborough Residents’ Association said the Jan. 15 run of the Q to Q was a resounding success.
New West college claims fraudulent enrolment from int’l student

New West college claims fraudulent enrolment from int’l student

A New Westminster care aide college is suing a former international student, claiming the student was not serious about actually attending or completing the college’s courses.
Clear your vehicle of snow, people!

Clear your vehicle of snow, people!

Drivers are still not getting the message about the importance of clearing your vehicle of snow before heading out on the road.
More than 140 ‘ice bomb’ insurance claims reported to ICBC

More than 140 ‘ice bomb’ insurance claims reported to ICBC

Reports of damage due to ice falling from Metro Vancouver bridges a fraction of claims calls received by the insurer over the past week
Updated: Death-row dog Punky to be euthanized next week

Updated: Death-row dog Punky to be euthanized next week

Heartbroken owner tried to save pet’s life through multiple courts
New Westminster drug investigation cited in $7.5M forfeiture suit

New Westminster drug investigation cited in $7.5M forfeiture suit

A New Westminster drug-trafficking investigation that didn’t lead to criminal charges is now forming the basis of a multi-million-dollar civil forfeiture claim by the province. The B.C. Civil Forfeiture Office is going after about $7.
VIDEO: Watch Caber and Puma go dashing through the snow

VIDEO: Watch Caber and Puma go dashing through the snow

Very good dogs Caber and Puma didn't mind all the snow yesterday judging from this video posted to the Paws with Puma Facebook page .
Watch a playful otter making snowballs at Vancouver Aquarium (VIDEO)

Watch a playful otter making snowballs at Vancouver Aquarium (VIDEO)

For the second year in a row, the Vancouver Aquarium has dropped what might be the cutest winter video of the season: an adorable sea otter playing in the fresh snowfall.