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'Just the beginning': New discovery in ovarian and breast cancer research made by B.C. doctors

'Just the beginning': New discovery in ovarian and breast cancer research made by B.C. doctors

The study revealed new information to help fight deadly breast and ovarian cancers.
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Burnaby's immigrant population rises since last census

Burnaby's immigrant population rises since last census

At 57.2 per cent, proportion of city made up of immigrants and non-permanent residents has risen since 2016, new data shows.
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Burnaby researcher to be inducted into 2023 BC Sports Hall of Fame

Burnaby researcher to be inducted into 2023 BC Sports Hall of Fame

"Dr. Borisoff’s impact on Canadian wheelchair basketball cannot be overstated."
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Almost half of British Columbians believe in ghosts, says poll

Almost half of British Columbians believe in ghosts, says poll

Beyond ghosts, some British Columbians reported seeing a witch or a vampire.
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Want to get your hands on Drake's clothes? Head to Metrotown

Want to get your hands on Drake's clothes? Head to Metrotown

Rapper's fashion brand, October's Very Own, opened its second Metro Vancouver retail location at Metropolis at Metrotown .
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15K Burnaby Metrotown residents without family doctor now have health centre

15K Burnaby Metrotown residents without family doctor now have health centre

Burnaby's Metrotown Urgent and Primary Care Centre at 4555 Kingsway will open its doors 'close to fully staffed' on Nov. 1, says health minister.
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First responders going to RCMP officer's funeral can travel free on ferry

First responders going to RCMP officer's funeral can travel free on ferry

Burnaby RCMP Const. Shaelyn Yang's regimental funeral service is set for Nov. 2, and BC Ferries' free travel offer is available Nov. 1-3.
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Weekend rainfall warnings 'likely' as atmospheric river drenches B.C. coast

Weekend rainfall warnings 'likely' as atmospheric river drenches B.C. coast

Expect heavy rain and some gusty winds, but nothing like last November, says Environment Canada.
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Where are the best-decorated Halloween homes in Burnaby?

Where are the best-decorated Halloween homes in Burnaby?

Here's how to get in the Halloween spirit this year.
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Back when a DIY toothbrush-knife at a Burnaby prison sparked the biggest breakout in B.C. history

Back when a DIY toothbrush-knife at a Burnaby prison sparked the biggest breakout in B.C. history

Thirteen prisoners doing time for everything from robbery to murder broke out of Oakalla prison in the wee hours of New Year's Day 1988. Three were caught the same day having drinks at a New Westminster pub.
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