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But museum still faces challenges in recouping lost revenue after decision to make admission free

Mayor Derek Corrigan and Burnaby city councillors will each receive a raise of slightly more than three per cent for 2011.

Phil Hochstein was incorrectly identified in a July 22 story in the Burnaby NOW about Adrian Dix speaking at the Burnaby Board of Trade luncheon. Hochstein was identified as representing the B.C.

It's time to pack their bags - including the kinds that make music - and head out once again. The SFU Pipe Band is gearing up for the annual World Bagpipe Championship in Glasgow, Scotland in mid-August.

Burnaby's Hindu temple is hosting its annual picnic this weekend, and people of all faiths are invited to celebrate and enjoy a free vegetarian lunch. The picnic is Sunday, July 31, from 10: 30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Local MP Peter Julian wants the government to move faster to protect Canadians from paying too much at the gas pumps. Julian was critical of inaccurate measurements from gas pumps, causing Canadians to pay an extra $20 million for gas annually.

Jack Layton, leader of Canada's official Opposition, has stepped down after test results showed he has more cancer, and SFU public policy professor Doug McArthur is calling it a real blow to the NDP.

They had their 60-inch flat-screen TV taken, their house is a ransacked mess - but all a Burnaby family really wants back after a break-in Friday night is Lily, their chihuahua. "We're absolutely, completely heartbroken that Lily is gone.

Burnaby residents got a taste of Fijian culture this weekend during the annual Fiji Festival held on Saturday, July 23, at Swangard Stadium. People gathered for a day of performances, singers, a soccer tournament, a fashion show and food.