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Mysterious salmonella poisonings traced to this U.S. vegetable

Mysterious salmonella poisonings traced to this U.S. vegetable

British Columbia among five provinces warned to avoid U.S.-sourced red onions in all its forms.
Some hot tips for the B.C. Day long weekend

Some hot tips for the B.C. Day long weekend

The B.C. Day long weekend promises to deliver warm weather and mainly sunny skies. Environment Canada is anticipating temperatures of 24 C on Saturday and Sunday, and 23 on Monday. A mix of sun and cloud is expected on all three days.
Return of Medical Services Plan 90-day wait comes under fire

Return of Medical Services Plan 90-day wait comes under fire

B.C.’s Health Ministry is under fire for its plans to reinstate a 90-day waiting period for medical coverage and to cut off some temporary foreign workers as of Saturday.
B.C. is experiencing an outbreak of salmonella, says BCCDC

B.C. is experiencing an outbreak of salmonella, says BCCDC

The BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) is warning British Columbians about an outbreak of salmonella in the province.
New West teachers' union raises questions about the return to school

New West teachers' union raises questions about the return to school

'I totally trust Dr. Bonnie,' says the local union president - but unanswered questions about how the new 'learning cohort' plan will work are numerous as teachers and administration start planning for September
This New West overpass is finally opening on Friday

This New West overpass is finally opening on Friday

The Sixth Street pedestrian overpass and ramp to Westminster Pier Park will be open on Friday, July 31, according to a notice sent out to area residents.
What does Stage 2 mean for B.C. schools?

What does Stage 2 mean for B.C. schools?

Here's a brief explainer of what parents and students can expect under the newly announced Stage 2 of the B.C. K-12 Education Restart Plan
Here's what we know about back-to-school in New West so far

Here's what we know about back-to-school in New West so far

The vast majority of students will be back in class full-time on Sept. 8, but NWSS students may still see some hybrid or remote learning as the district reorganizes schools to accommodate a new "learning group" approach
Another two flights through Vancouver warned over COVID-19 exposure

Another two flights through Vancouver warned over COVID-19 exposure

One flight from Montreal and another two Hong Kong have been added to the growing list of public
Police check points out in force this B.C. Day long weekend

Police check points out in force this B.C. Day long weekend

Drivers are being warned this long weekend to avoid drinking and driving, with police CounterAttack road checks out in force. On average, four people are killed and 620 people injured in 2,200 crashes across the province over the B.C. long weekend.