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Burnaby Fire Department holding a clothing drive in conjunction with activities

No engine grease here: race entries must be made from zucchinis and other veggies

Three police forces are investigating a tragic Fraser River scene where a newborn baby boy's body was found. "It's on the border between Burnaby and Richmond - both forces were called out," said Sgt.

Burnaby Mayor Derek Corrigan has been recognized for his 25 years of service in local government by the Union of British Columbia Municipalities. Corrigan received the Long Service Award on Thursday, Sept.

This week, until Oct. 15, anyone replacing a thermostat or upgrading an HVAC system is encouraged to recycle the old thermostats, which contain mercury, at Canadian Tire.

Mayor Derek Corrigan issued a proclamation last week declaring October Islamic History Month, despite concerns raised by residents last year.

An early morning blaze has gutted a home in Burnaby. The fire was started at about 5 a.m. Monday in a home under construction in the 6600-block of Elwell Street in the Edmonds neighbourhood.

It's official. Parents' Voice has formed a civic party and will run five school trustees in the November election. "Our candidates bring a rich diversity of experience and expertise," said Heather Leung, Parents' Voice president and mother of three.

Health sciences students at the British Columbia Institute of Technology are using 3-D virtual technology to study radiation therapy techniques.

They're the unsung heroes who help direct traffic and provide support to the police during big events and now there are another 27 auxiliary constables in the city.