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Halloween disappearance of SFU student still baffles Burnaby RCMP 36 years later

Halloween disappearance of SFU student still baffles Burnaby RCMP 36 years later

In 1988, SFU's security director suggested the case could be linked to occult activity on the Burnaby Mountain campus, but police said that was 'very unlikely.'
Three Metro employees dismissed following fatal Cleveland Dam incident

Three Metro employees dismissed following fatal Cleveland Dam incident

Metro Vancouver says three staff have been dismissed for their role in the Oct. 1 sudden release of water from the Cleveland Dam that left a North Vancouver father and son dead.
New report questions Trans Mountain expansion’s ‘Asian markets’ rationale

New report questions Trans Mountain expansion’s ‘Asian markets’ rationale

A new study is questioning one of the central rationales for the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project — that it would allow Canada to fetch a fair price for its oil.
Clearing up COVID confusion: The skinny on safe six, the ban on gatherings and what it means to you

Clearing up COVID confusion: The skinny on safe six, the ban on gatherings and what it means to you

A surge in COVID-19 cases over the past week has seen new information coming at Fraser Health residents at a rapid pace. Provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry issued a public health order on Monday, Oct.
No school shutdown planned in the face of rising COVID-19 numbers: Dr. Bonnie Henry

No school shutdown planned in the face of rising COVID-19 numbers: Dr. Bonnie Henry

A general shutdown of schools in British Columbia isn’t on the horizon in the face of rising COVID-19 case numbers and a crackdown on social gatherings . Provincial health officer Dr.
Burnaby veterans ramp up poppy fundraising efforts this weekend

Burnaby veterans ramp up poppy fundraising efforts this weekend

The South Burnaby Royal Canadian Legion will be collecting donations in exchange for poppies as early as this weekend as it adjusts to COVID-19 protocols. Members will operated a kiosk at Metrotown on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, from noon until 6 p.m.
BCCDC offers tips on Halloween safety

BCCDC offers tips on Halloween safety

The BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) is urging all ghouls and goblins to keep safe this Halloween by following some basic COVID-19 safety tips when celebrating.
Burnaby council approves $20.5M for Highway 1 pedestrian bridge

Burnaby council approves $20.5M for Highway 1 pedestrian bridge

The City of Burnaby is seeking grant funding from senior governments as it prepares to spend nearly $20.5 million on construction of the Highway 1 pedestrian overpass. City council recently authorized staff to pull $20.
A Fraser Health family has a party and one guest dies, underscoring dangers

A Fraser Health family has a party and one guest dies, underscoring dangers

'It reminds us that the virus can’t tell the difference, and even a small gathering when this virus is circulating can be dangerous,' says Dr. Bonnie Henry.
Burnaby firm close to $366M deal for U.S. data company

Burnaby firm close to $366M deal for U.S. data company

Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Inc. is drumming up a sizeable sale for itself. The Burnaby-based company, best known for facilitating sales of heavy equipment and trucks through live auctions and online bidding, is set to acquire U.S.