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Local politicians are offering condolences following the death of New Democratic Party leader Jack Layton. The 61-year-old passed away Monday morning in his Toronto home, a month after he stepped down as leader to fight a second bout of cancer.

The Central Park Horseshoe Club will be sending four members, including defending B.C. women's champion Elyse Brunelle to the provincial championships in Cloverdale Sept. 3 to 4.

The Burnaby RCMP announced on July 21 that its prolific offender suppression team has busted an elaborate theft ring that saw 10 people arrested, 103 charges and more than $40,000 in electronic devices seized.

Chief Supt. Dave Critchley had an amazing year in Afghanistan. But don't just take our word for it. Here are Critchley's own words, with selections from his blog: My Year in Afghanistan: http://davecritchleyinafghanistan.blogspot.

Emergency preparedness includes making plans for extreme heat - if it ever arrives in Burnaby

Refinery wants to work with city on emergency notification system

We're continuing with our popular feature - our staff's Top 5 (Or More) Things To Do This Weekend. We've moved publication to our Friday editions.

Cory Bernard of Burnaby will be sailing into the Royal Canadian Sea Cadets national regatta in Kingston, Ont. from Aug. 20 to 27.

Dave Critchley arrives in city after spending a year serving in Afghanistan

Burnaby residents getting ready for the ordeal of surgery now have access to an innovative program aimed at bettering their chances of a successful operation and recovery.