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Warnings expand as heat wave settles over B.C., with weekend temperatures set to rise

Warnings expand as heat wave settles over B.C., with weekend temperatures set to rise

VANCOUVER — A heat wave has settled over much of British Columbia with Environment Canada issuing warnings in more than two dozen regions about soaring temperatures that could reach into the 40s and continue next week.
Opinion: Churches don't pay taxes. Should they?

Opinion: Churches don't pay taxes. Should they?

Critics argue that church tax exemptions represent millions in lost government revenue. However, others say that churches can and should use their funds to support local communities.
BC United lags in fundraising in lead-up to fall B.C. election

BC United lags in fundraising in lead-up to fall B.C. election

B.C.'s official opposition party has fallen to third place in recent quarterly fundraising
New Richmond pet-friendly coworking space, cafe brings community together

New Richmond pet-friendly coworking space, cafe brings community together

Free and paid community workshops will start later this month.
Pro-Palestinian protesters vow to fight on, as numbers dwindle at UBC encampment

Pro-Palestinian protesters vow to fight on, as numbers dwindle at UBC encampment

VANCOUVER — When the pro-Palestinian encampment at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver started in late April, the scene resembled a festival.
More than 10 Richmond drivers fined for illegally driving in bus lanes

More than 10 Richmond drivers fined for illegally driving in bus lanes

Drivers caught driving in bus lanes can be fined $109.
How hot will it get this weekend in B.C.?

How hot will it get this weekend in B.C.?

Two locations in B.C. are forecast 'to flirt' with 40 C amid the region's first prolonged heat wave of 2024.
One sent to hospital after tractor tips into ditch on Richmond farm

One sent to hospital after tractor tips into ditch on Richmond farm

Emergency services and WorkSafeBC attended the scene.
Vancouver mayor says 'iconic' Kitsilano Pool will reopen this summer

Vancouver mayor says 'iconic' Kitsilano Pool will reopen this summer

"It's literally the most iconic pool on the planet. There's nothing like it," said Sim.
Richmond RCMP seek witnesses to unprovoked assault

Richmond RCMP seek witnesses to unprovoked assault

The suspect was seen inside CF Richmond Centre shortly before the incident on July 2.