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Update: Burnaby school district pulls plug on summer school

Update: Burnaby school district pulls plug on summer school

The labour battle between B.C. teachers and the provincial government continues to take a toll on Burnaby school district operations, wiping out summer school this week and throwing summer maintenance work into question.
New program aims to get at-risk Burnaby students outdoors

New program aims to get at-risk Burnaby students outdoors

The Burnaby school district hopes some of its at-risk students take a hike next year. Literally.
Sentence reduced for Burnaby woman’s killer

Sentence reduced for Burnaby woman’s killer

From life in prison to seven years – that was the announcement from China this week in the appeal trial for Amanda Zhao’s killer Ang Li.
Q&A with Michael Genest

Q&A with Michael Genest

There’s a new sheriff – er, chef – at the Hart House restaurant. Michael Genest, formerly of Arms Reach Bistro in North Vancouver, has made the switch from Deep Cove to Deer Lake, serving up authentic Pacific Northwest fare.
Don't dump pets in Burnaby ponds, city says

Don't dump pets in Burnaby ponds, city says

Province has big fines for dumping live, invasive species in B.C. waterways
Dandy Horse kicks in prize bikes

Dandy Horse kicks in prize bikes

Giro di Burnaby is an exciting event, both for racers and spectators, and this year businesses have put together a crowd prime that is sure to impress.
City upset over pipeline fees

City upset over pipeline fees

Economist Robyn Allan says fees collected for pipeline application get passed onto consumers
'Life dropped me back into flour'

'Life dropped me back into flour'

It’s sometimes hard to keep up with fast-talking baker Mark Tsemak, but if your ears are quick enough, you’ll hear the story behind his food production company Red Square, the authentic Russian kitchen turned “healing food manufacturer.
Burnaby mayor and council clash over Metrotown SkyTrain washrooms

Burnaby mayor and council clash over Metrotown SkyTrain washrooms

When it comes to the Metrotown SkyTrain expansion, Burnaby council can agree on most of TransLink’s plans – except public washrooms.
[VIDEO] Fatal Burnaby crash serves as warning

[VIDEO] Fatal Burnaby crash serves as warning

One choice can forever change a person’s life – or end it.