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Confirmed measles cases in B.C. climbs to 23

Confirmed measles cases in B.C. climbs to 23

The third case of measles recorded on Vancouver Island, brings the total cases in B.C. to 23
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Learn about vaccines from SFU scientists - not weird celebrities

Learn about vaccines from SFU scientists - not weird celebrities

Simon Fraser University’s Café Scientifique is tackling vaccinations in the wake of recent outbreaks of the measles. Café Scientifique is a series of informal discussions connecting research to important issues of interest to the community.
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A notice to Burnaby NOW readers: Our printing has been delayed

A notice to Burnaby NOW readers: Our printing has been delayed

Many readers of the Burnaby NOW may not receive their newspaper today (Thursday) due to an unforeseen mechanical issue at the manufacturing centre.
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Do it Mary Anne Cooper's way if you want to live to 104

Do it Mary Anne Cooper's way if you want to live to 104

Projects and exercise are how Port Moody's oldest citizen keeps going — Cooper is the subject of an upcoming documentary
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Record-high gas prices expected in Lower Mainland Friday

Record-high gas prices expected in Lower Mainland Friday

Metro Vancouver residents may need to dole out a little extra cash at the pump on Friday, as record high gas prices are expected across the region.
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Tougher role urged for B.C.’s police watchdog

Tougher role urged for B.C.’s police watchdog

Civilian office should be empowered to investigate misconduct, group says
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Meet Canada’s newest citizens

Meet Canada’s newest citizens

36 people from 17 different countries took Oath of Canadian Citizenship in Vancouver on Wednesday
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More Broadway lanes closed in Burnaby starting April 5

More Broadway lanes closed in Burnaby starting April 5

Work on the FortisBC gas line upgrade project will include a major lane closures starting this Friday as work continues to move east.
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Burnaby council holding Monday meeting at Edmonds Community Centre

Burnaby council holding Monday meeting at Edmonds Community Centre

Mayor wants citizens to feel they're part of the decision making process
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This Burnaby 'cannabis connoisseur' will be paid $50/hour to smoke pot

This Burnaby 'cannabis connoisseur' will be paid $50/hour to smoke pot

Cheney Creamer named to committee for her expertise in 'mindful medication'
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