Skip to content

Local News

Opinion: I tipped a Burnaby server big time for cracking down on a COVID denier

Opinion: I tipped a Burnaby server big time for cracking down on a COVID denier

People have been generally behaving in restaurants in Burnaby and beyond, which is why Dr. Bonnie Henry hasn’t shut them down - yet.
Read more >
Burnaby business sees sales crash 90% amid COVID so it pivots to making millions of masks

Burnaby business sees sales crash 90% amid COVID so it pivots to making millions of masks

What do you do when your business is crushed by COVID-19. Adapt or die. That’s what South Burnaby company Lonsdale Event Rentals did when it saw 90% of its business crater due to COVID-19 restrictions.
Read more >
These Burnaby stores are selling crazy-rare whiskies and spirits on Saturday

These Burnaby stores are selling crazy-rare whiskies and spirits on Saturday

A selection of rare and pricey whiskies and highly sought-after spirits from around the world make up the 2020 Premium Spirit Release from BC Liquor Stores on Saturday, Nov. 14.
Read more >
Burnaby resident warns about fake Fortis employees at the door

Burnaby resident warns about fake Fortis employees at the door

Men in high visibility vests asking people for their gas bill and possible entry to their home have sparked a warning from a Burnaby resident.
Read more >
WorkSafeBC stepping up inspections as COVID-19 cases soar

WorkSafeBC stepping up inspections as COVID-19 cases soar

To date, 18,000 workplaces have been inspected and 667 orders have been issued to employers for failing to comply with health and safety restrictions
Read more >
Letter: Burnaby school should have been closed for COVID contact tracing

Letter: Burnaby school should have been closed for COVID contact tracing

Editor: Re: COVID-19 positive person was at Burnaby school every day last week , NOW News I am severely critical of the health authority’s response to a COVID-19 exposure at Kitchener Elementary School in Burnaby.
Read more >
Opinion: B.C. officials totally botched rollout of COVID restrictions

Opinion: B.C. officials totally botched rollout of COVID restrictions

Something I’ve learned throughout the pandemic is that the COVID-19 deniers will seize on any mistake or change in messaging to confirm their tinfoil-hat conspiracies.
Read more >
Cut COVID-19 cases or Fraser Health order could be extended, Dr. Henry

Cut COVID-19 cases or Fraser Health order could be extended, Dr. Henry

Orders restricting social gatherings, high-energy indoor classes and some sports could be extended beyond Nov. 23 if cases numbers don't start dropping below 500 a day by next week
Read more >
Air quality not a top concern for Metro Vancouver residents, says survey

Air quality not a top concern for Metro Vancouver residents, says survey

Findings come as Vancouver city council prepares to vote on 371-page climate fight plan
Read more >
BC NDP bolsters wins in Burnaby with mail-in vote

BC NDP bolsters wins in Burnaby with mail-in vote

The BC NDP has only bolstered its lead in Burnaby now that all mail-in ballots from last month’s provincial election have been counted. No candidate benefited more from the mail-in ballots, however, than Katrina Chen, who saw a gain of 2.
Read more >