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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.
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.
'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.
Burnaby's velodrome hosting track cycling provincials this weekend

Burnaby's velodrome hosting track cycling provincials this weekend

Licensed riders of all ages are eyeing the top of the podium during the three-day event, which is marking a two-year return to Burnaby.
Here's where to find the cheapest gas in Burnaby

Here's where to find the cheapest gas in Burnaby

Burnaby gas stations are in the season of giving as prices continue to record significant drops ahead of the holidays.
Burnaby councillors want speed cameras, no right on red at crash-prone intersections

Burnaby councillors want speed cameras, no right on red at crash-prone intersections

The city wants to achieve zero traffic fatalities or serious injuries by 2050.
Burnaby pre-fab school addition won't be just 'block of classrooms': district

Burnaby pre-fab school addition won't be just 'block of classrooms': district

Floor plans for a 15-classroom addition at Kitchener Elementary School are still being developed, but amenities like the school's music room, gym, playground and washrooms will be considered, according to Burnaby school district secretary-treasurer Ishver Khunguray.
Burnaby Mounties set to 'Cram the Cruiser' in support of local food hubs

Burnaby Mounties set to 'Cram the Cruiser' in support of local food hubs

Burnaby Neighbourhood House food hubs have seen a jump in visits his year, and local Mounties are stepping up to collect food, money and grocery gift cards to help fill the gap.
Burnaby MP Jagmeet Singh, wife welcome second baby girl

Burnaby MP Jagmeet Singh, wife welcome second baby girl

Baby and mother are healthy and doing well, party officials said.