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Soaring temperatures prompt warning about heat stress on job sites

Soaring temperatures prompt warning about heat stress on job sites

WorkSafeBC is reminding employers and outdoor workers about the risk of developing heat stress during hot weather. If not recognized and treated early, heat stress can lead to heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
New West named to top-30 'intelligent communities' list

New West named to top-30 'intelligent communities' list

The City of New Westminster has been selected by the Intelligent Community Forum as a top-30 global “intelligent community,” ranked by broadband.
Hot, hot, hot: It is going to feel like a sizzling 34 degrees in Metro Vancouver today

Hot, hot, hot: It is going to feel like a sizzling 34 degrees in Metro Vancouver today

The sizzling temperatures are expected to continue through Wednesday
Lawsuit accuses Tim Hortons parent company of unlawful ‘no-hire’ agreements, supressing wages

Lawsuit accuses Tim Hortons parent company of unlawful ‘no-hire’ agreements, supressing wages

A former baker claims the company forces franchisees to sign agreements, suppressing workers’ wages for years
Pride flag flies at Douglas College in New West

Pride flag flies at Douglas College in New West

The flag will be up at both the New Westminster and Coquitlam campuses all month
Bear brouhaha: Can cops and conservation officers take your phone? Yes, says this lawyer

Bear brouhaha: Can cops and conservation officers take your phone? Yes, says this lawyer

But if the consequences of unlocking your phone are not made clear by the officer, any evidence on the phone could be found inadmissible in court, added lawyer Kyla Lee.
Long-weekend weather forecast calls for highs of 29 degrees across Metro Vancouver

Long-weekend weather forecast calls for highs of 29 degrees across Metro Vancouver

The Vancouver weather forecast calls for a chance of thunderstorms throughout the day on Friday, Aug. 2, but the long-weekend looks sunny and clear.
Police nab speeder going 93 km/h over limit on Metro Vancouver highway

Police nab speeder going 93 km/h over limit on Metro Vancouver highway

The call of the open highway might be hard to resist when you’re zooming around Metro Vancouver in your sports car, but the cops just might be there to remind you there’s a posted speed limit.
TransLink rolls out pink bus for Vancouver Pride Parade

TransLink rolls out pink bus for Vancouver Pride Parade

The transit authority is also adding additional service for Pride weekend
Pickle-flavour cotton candy and foot-long French fries food highlights at Fair at the PNE

Pickle-flavour cotton candy and foot-long French fries food highlights at Fair at the PNE

And, who needs mini donuts when plant-based treats are on this year’s PNE menu