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Orphaned Blueridge bear cubs sponsored by neighbourhood

Orphaned Blueridge bear cubs sponsored by neighbourhood

The killing of a mother bear in May, leaving her two cubs orphaned, was a call to arms for Blueridge area residents who are raising awareness on how humans can co-exist with these large mammals.
PHOTOS: A look inside the province's first B.C. Cannabis Store in Kamloops

PHOTOS: A look inside the province's first B.C. Cannabis Store in Kamloops

Media got a tour of the B.C. Cannabis Store in Kamloops Wednesday morning, prior to the doors opening to the public at 10 a.m. The design theme of the store is "West Coast casual." "It's pretty open. It's pretty airy. It's light.
No safe cannabis impairment for driving

No safe cannabis impairment for driving

Government won't say how long after cannabis consumption you can drive, but McGill study says impairment lingers even after 5 hours
Teacher, EA shortage reflected in last year's Burnaby school district budget

Teacher, EA shortage reflected in last year's Burnaby school district budget

The Burnaby school district has closed the books on another school year further in the black than expected. The district ended 2017/18 with about $4.
You’ll be paying a $10 shipping fee to buy legal cannabis online in B.C.

You’ll be paying a $10 shipping fee to buy legal cannabis online in B.C.

The B.C. government revealed that when Canada legalizes cannabis on October 17, online orders for cannabis will carry a $10 shipping fee. That is double the shipping fee that Ontario is charging.
This kitty fell from a highrise and shattered her pelvis

This kitty fell from a highrise and shattered her pelvis

The BC SPCA is asking the public for their help in funding a vital surgery for a local feline. An adorable kitty named Keefer fell from a high-rise and was left unclaimed.
Here’s why you should wait until Thursday to fill up your tank this week

Here’s why you should wait until Thursday to fill up your tank this week

Last week on Tuesday, October 10th, over 100 members of a First Nation community near Prince George were evacuated when a gas pipeline ruptured.
An extremely fast and bright meteor shower to paint our skies this weekend

An extremely fast and bright meteor shower to paint our skies this weekend

Metro Vancouverites were privy to the Draconid Meteor Shower earlier this month , but they will see an even more dazzling display this week.
Demovictions, SOGI likely topics at Burnaby all-candidates meeting tonight

Demovictions, SOGI likely topics at Burnaby all-candidates meeting tonight

Looking for one last chance to decide who to vote for in Burnaby for mayor, council and school board? Look no further.
2 sent to hospital after trying to snuff out Burnaby kitchen fire with garden hose

2 sent to hospital after trying to snuff out Burnaby kitchen fire with garden hose

Two people were taken to hospital for smoke inhalation after attempting to contain a kitchen fire in a Burnaby basement suite with a garden hose Monday morning. Firefighters were called to 4630 Canada Way, near BCIT, at about 11:35 a.m.