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Pair caught on crime spree targeting Burnaby rec centre lockers

Pair caught on crime spree targeting Burnaby rec centre lockers

Two people who have been on a crime spree targeting the lockers at community recreation centres have been arrested in Burnaby.
Opinion: These ghost developments are ruining parts of Burnaby

Opinion: These ghost developments are ruining parts of Burnaby

The southwest corner of Bainbridge and Lougheed in Burnaby used to be a bustling little neighbourhood hub. I especially enjoyed hanging out in the Soho bar that now sits empty. It’s sat empty for a long time – years even.
Opinion: Burnaby drivers warned to not be dumb by racing a train

Opinion: Burnaby drivers warned to not be dumb by racing a train

The CN Police would like to spread a rail safety message to Burnaby drivers. Not only is it dangerous to disregard signals/signs at railroad crossings, but it is illegal. So keep that in mind the next time you’re tempted to race a train.
Opinion: This Burnaby road isn’t a living room. Stop dumping furniture on it

Opinion: This Burnaby road isn’t a living room. Stop dumping furniture on it

I have only anecdotal evidence to go on, but living room furniture seems to be the most popular item for Burnaby dumpers. Or maybe it’s drywall and construction waste. Let’s call it a tie.
This Burnaby mental health centre saved a young man's life

This Burnaby mental health centre saved a young man's life

Two out of three people with a mental health condition fear stigma and suffer in silence, afraid of judgement and rejection.
Burnaby school district coronavirus letter is 'very misleading', says parent

Burnaby school district coronavirus letter is 'very misleading', says parent

A Burnaby school district letter telling parents that students returning from coronavirus-affected areas in China don’t need to be kept home from school has raised concerns.
Burnaby on a hiring binge with well-paid summer jobs

Burnaby on a hiring binge with well-paid summer jobs

The enduring image of a summer camp leader is of low-paid, worn-out young people in Bill Murray classic Meatballs. Oh how the truth is different.
New childcare spaces on Burnaby Mountain not enough: service provider

New childcare spaces on Burnaby Mountain not enough: service provider

Provincial officials celebrated the creation of 39 new childcare spaces atop Burnaby Mountain this week, but childcare providers there say that number will barely put a dent in their waitlists.
Burnaby on board with new regional ride-hailing licence

Burnaby on board with new regional ride-hailing licence

The Mayors’ Council on Regional Transportation’s agreement for municipalities to work together to develop an inter-municipal business licence for ride hailing strikes an appropriate balance, according to Burnaby Mayor Mike Hurley.
Economic fallout from coronavirus outbreak could spread to Canada

Economic fallout from coronavirus outbreak could spread to Canada

What happened: Economists say the Canadian economy is at risk of taking a hit due to the global impacts of the coronavirus Why it matters: The domestic economy was already in for a slowdown going into 2020 Don’t expect the economic fallout of the nov