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'Fatbergs' are plaguing Metro Vancouver's sewers — has Coquitlam found a solution?

'Fatbergs' are plaguing Metro Vancouver's sewers — has Coquitlam found a solution?

Understaffed and overworked, Metro Vancouver sewer workers can't keep up with a rising 'fatberg' problem threatening to blow sewage onto streets and into streams — now Coquitlam is looking to crack down on the city's greasy habits, and pave the way for a regional solution.
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New study shows Earth’s glaciers are melting faster than before

New study shows Earth’s glaciers are melting faster than before

A UNBC study used a supercomputer to analyze satellite images of the world’s 217,000 glaciers
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Are 'wildest times' ahead for urban nightlife?

Are 'wildest times' ahead for urban nightlife?

Special Report: Recovery will be slow but exuberant for clubs and bars, industry experts forecast
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As end of COVID-19 comes into focus, are we ready to party yet?

As end of COVID-19 comes into focus, are we ready to party yet?

Special Report: Pandemic promises to leave lasting psychological, emotional scars in B.C.
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14-year search for missing Burnaby SFU student continues

14-year search for missing Burnaby SFU student continues

Asim Chaudhry, 24, went missing on July 21, 2007
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Safety alert: Canada-wide recall issued for hand sanitizers due to 'health risks'

Safety alert: Canada-wide recall issued for hand sanitizers due to 'health risks'

Frequent use of a hand sanitizer containing ethyl acetate may cause dry skin, leading to irritation or cracking.
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Can employers force employees back to the office? Can bosses ask if you got a vaccine?

Can employers force employees back to the office? Can bosses ask if you got a vaccine?

These and more vaccine and COVID-19 related questions answered by an employment lawyer.
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St. John Ambulance encourages everyone to become emergency prepared

St. John Ambulance encourages everyone to become emergency prepared

Emergency Preparedness Week is May 2 to 8, a time for everyone to reflect on how prepared they are for the risks in their area.
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Burnaby strata targeted in revenge tire-slashing spree by man accused of running brothel at his condo

Burnaby strata targeted in revenge tire-slashing spree by man accused of running brothel at his condo

Christopher Nino Diopita, 43, slashed 57 vehicles' tires in building's underground parking lot after strata won court order banning him from prostitution-related activities in his apartment
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Burnaby school board making no sudden moves on police in schools

Burnaby school board making no sudden moves on police in schools

School board chair Jen Mezei says partnership with RCMP different from cancelled school liaison officer programs in New Westminster and Vancouver
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