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December’s windstorm was most damaging in BC Hydro’s history

December’s windstorm was most damaging in BC Hydro’s history

BC Hydro says December’s massive windstorm was the most damaging in its history and demonstrates improvements are needed in order to be ready for future outages. A report from the Crown corporation says the Dec.
B.C.'s first baby of 2019 born in New Westminster

B.C.'s first baby of 2019 born in New Westminster

B.C.’s first baby of 2019 was almost named Q. OK, perhaps “almost” is a stretch because the baby’s mom, Janet Shimizu, shut that one down pretty quickly when dad Lukasz Soswa suggested it.
These are the federal tax changes coming to your wallet in 2019

These are the federal tax changes coming to your wallet in 2019

Tax changes are coming to a wallet near you – some good, some not so good. The new year brings with it tax changes at the federal level that will affect just about every Canadian, as well as small businesses.
Here’s a look at all 22 breweries that opened in 2018 in B.C.

Here’s a look at all 22 breweries that opened in 2018 in B.C.

So here’s a crazy thing: it turns out British Columbians really like craft beer. Who knew! There are currently 172 craft breweries pouring beer in B.C.
Drug dealer might have been selling vitamins at time of murder, mother told court

Drug dealer might have been selling vitamins at time of murder, mother told court

Murdered drug dealer’s mother can’t collect life insurance, appeal court rules
Here’s what to look for and what to do if you think someone’s being sexually or verbally harassed

Here’s what to look for and what to do if you think someone’s being sexually or verbally harassed

Good Night Out coordinator Stacey Forrester lists six indicators to counter bad behaviour
'Liam' is B.C.'s most popular name for babies born in 2018

'Liam' is B.C.'s most popular name for babies born in 2018

The Province of B.C. has cobbled together some fascinating stats about babies in 2018. Such as the most popular names.
Stricter impaired driving rules in effect

Stricter impaired driving rules in effect

Rudolph may have gotten a pass on his red nose over the Christmas season. But anyone else – particularly those whose holiday cheer comes in a bottle – should be aware that Canada’s new drunk driving laws are now in effect, say local police.
You can ride transit for FREE starting this afternoon for New Year's Eve

You can ride transit for FREE starting this afternoon for New Year's Eve

TransLink is offering all of their transit services for free on New Year’s Eve this year.
Year end: Folks who make New West a better place to live

Year end: Folks who make New West a better place to live

This year’s These Folks Make the City a Better Place awards go to several local residents who have contributed to the community in different ways.