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Two Burnaby lives lost to toxic drugs in first month of 2023

Two Burnaby lives lost to toxic drugs in first month of 2023

This follows data that showed 2022 was Burnaby's second deadliest year for illicit drug overdose deaths.
Burnaby firefighters rescue woman from glass awning beneath Metrotown SkyTrain station

Burnaby firefighters rescue woman from glass awning beneath Metrotown SkyTrain station

Vehicle and pedestrian traffic was shut down on Central Boulevard Tuesday afternoon as emergency crews rescued a woman who had jumped from the Metrotown SkyTrain station.
Eby: Federal government needs to reform bail system 'now' to target repeat offenders

Eby: Federal government needs to reform bail system 'now' to target repeat offenders

B.C. has already taken a number of steps, such as directing new teams of prosecutors, probation officers and police to focus on repeat offenders within existing federal law.
Law Society of BC fails to disbar lawyer Hong Guo following review

Law Society of BC fails to disbar lawyer Hong Guo following review

Hong Guo is scheduled to start her one-year suspension on March 8 after the Law Society of BC unsuccessfully argued for her disbarment in relation to various trust account violations.
Two B.C. men reconnect over 35-year-old photo

Two B.C. men reconnect over 35-year-old photo

We're both in our 50s now. I'm still a journalist and he's still skateboarding.
This meteor shower may produce massive, bright 'fireballs' in Metro Vancouver skies

This meteor shower may produce massive, bright 'fireballs' in Metro Vancouver skies

Here is how to view this epic display.
B.C. court upholds Surrey second-degree murder conviction

B.C. court upholds Surrey second-degree murder conviction

Pee Lee Pi said his heavy methamphetamine use prevented him from forming intent to murder.
Growing traffic congestion increases bus delays in Metro Vancouver region

Growing traffic congestion increases bus delays in Metro Vancouver region

Bus ridership is currently greater than pre-pandemic ridership of all other transit modes combined.
Stoned Sunshine Coast raccoon makes it into the New York Times

Stoned Sunshine Coast raccoon makes it into the New York Times

The new movie 'Cocaine Bear' has folks discussing other notable animals that have ingested drugs, including a stoned raccoon from Elphinstone.
Volunteers needed to survey Burnaby long-term care home residents

Volunteers needed to survey Burnaby long-term care home residents

Give the gift of time to B.C. seniors and make every voice count.