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Man sentenced in thefts targeting two Burnaby carpet-cleaning fleets' catalytic converters

Man sentenced in thefts targeting two Burnaby carpet-cleaning fleets' catalytic converters

Christopher Begg, 46, has been sentenced for break and enter and mischief to property over $5,000 in connection with catalytic converter thefts at COIT Cleaning and Restoration and Aero Carpet Services during the 2021-2022 holiday season.
SFU celebrates graduates at convocation, awards former MP Svend Robinson with honorary doctorate

SFU celebrates graduates at convocation, awards former MP Svend Robinson with honorary doctorate

Check out a photo gallery of convocation day at SFU.
Here's how much it costs to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Metro Vancouver this June

Here's how much it costs to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Metro Vancouver this June

Canada's top five most expensive cities to rent in are located in Metro Vancouver this month.
Things to do in Burnaby this weekend: June 8-11

Things to do in Burnaby this weekend: June 8-11

From dance showcases to environmental activities, a drag brunch and more, there’s lots of fun coming our way.
Faster 5G internet promised for Burnaby with major $34.4M investment from telecom giant

Faster 5G internet promised for Burnaby with major $34.4M investment from telecom giant

Upgraded network infrastructure to bring faster internet speeds for residents and businesses in the city
Crafting a new identity: Burnaby seeks to overcome regulatory hurdles for brewery haven

Crafting a new identity: Burnaby seeks to overcome regulatory hurdles for brewery haven

A Burnaby city councillor wants to encourage breweries, wine bars, cideries and distilleries to set up shop in town.
New California-inspired restaurant Birdies Eats & Drinks coming to Burnaby

New California-inspired restaurant Birdies Eats & Drinks coming to Burnaby

With a wide variety of cocktails and sharable eats, this new restaurant promises to be a summer favourite.
Drunk driver who killed Ontario grandmother in Burnaby appeals driving ban

Drunk driver who killed Ontario grandmother in Burnaby appeals driving ban

Roberto Gil Francisco, 42, was out of custody less than a year after being sentenced to four years in prison for a fatal June 2019 crash that killed 69-year-old Louise Landreth near Burnaby’s Brentwood Mall. Now he's appealing his four-year driving ban.
Burnaby approves drinking alcohol in parks — but one councillor thinks it's 'rushed'

Burnaby approves drinking alcohol in parks — but one councillor thinks it's 'rushed'

Beginning June 23, you can sip beer, wine, or any alcoholic beverage you want, at four selected public parks in Burnaby.
Letter: Washroom story relied on uninformed opinion

Letter: Washroom story relied on uninformed opinion

Article failed to put all-gender washrooms, which have become common, in context, reader says.