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Burnaby to scrap 90% of its public hearings

Burnaby to scrap 90% of its public hearings

Staff say new provincial legislation means the hearings are 'prohibited.'
House arrest for ex-clerk who defrauded Burnaby clothing store of $81K

House arrest for ex-clerk who defrauded Burnaby clothing store of $81K

Surrey resident Xining Yiyuan Chong, 32, has been sentenced to 18 months of house arrest and 100 hours of community work service for more than $81,000 in fake refunds he put on his debit card while working at the Metrotown Oak + Fort last year.
How long does it take to get a Canadian passport in Metro Vancouver?

How long does it take to get a Canadian passport in Metro Vancouver?

There is also a new Canadian passport design that includes enhanced security features and artwork.
'Tone it down!': B.C. homeowner gets nasty letter over Christmas decorations

'Tone it down!': B.C. homeowner gets nasty letter over Christmas decorations

The letter used coarse language, describing the Sooke, B.C., house as 'the joke of the neighbourhood' for using so many Christmas decorations.
Province hands out more than $503K in grants to Burnaby school PACs

Province hands out more than $503K in grants to Burnaby school PACs

More than 50 parent advisory councils (PACs) in Burnaby are receiving provincial funds to help pay for school projects.
One traffic lane closed on Lions Gate Bridge Saturday and Sunday morning

One traffic lane closed on Lions Gate Bridge Saturday and Sunday morning

Anyone heading to or from North Van or West Van this Saturday and Sunday should consider the Second Narrows bridge
Metro Vancouver forecast includes above-average temperatures, heavy rainfall

Metro Vancouver forecast includes above-average temperatures, heavy rainfall

You shouldn't expect a White Chrismas this year.
B.C. judge eliminates father's child support to mother

B.C. judge eliminates father's child support to mother

The child has cerebral palsy but sought nothing from her parents other than costs for orthodontic work.
Historic walnut tree behind Molly's Reach felled

Historic walnut tree behind Molly's Reach felled

The black walnut behind Molly's Reach was cut down for safety reasons.
'Local government champions': Burnaby wants to be a leader in pre-fabricated rental housing

'Local government champions': Burnaby wants to be a leader in pre-fabricated rental housing

Mayor Mike Hurley said the provincial project aims to help build rental housing, particularly below-market.