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B.C. gamblers still backing Trump to win U.S. election

B.C. gamblers still backing Trump to win U.S. election

Do you think Donald Trump will hold onto his U.S. presidency next week? If you do, BCLC will give you odds of around 6/4 (one and a half times your stake) against Republican Trump staying in the White House.
Richmond RCMP launch pedestrian safety campaign

Richmond RCMP launch pedestrian safety campaign

High-traffic intersections will be the focus of Richmond RCMP’s recently-launched pedestrian safety campaign, as the days get shorter and the weather changes. More than 2,600 pedestrians are hit by vehicles each year in B.C.
Tips to keep pets safe on Halloween

Tips to keep pets safe on Halloween

For some, Halloween is the best time of year, but for others, the loud noises and shadowy figures lurking in the night can be traumatizing including our four-legged companions.
After 30 years in politics, Carole James prepares for retirement — and boxing lessons

After 30 years in politics, Carole James prepares for retirement — and boxing lessons

Carole James has advice for first-time members of B.C.’s legislative assembly. “Trust your gut. Trust your heart,” B.C.
Roads named after fallen Richmond RCMP constable

Roads named after fallen Richmond RCMP constable

Two roads in Richmond will be named after Const. Jimmy Ng, an RCMP officer who was killed in a hit and run in 2002. Cst. Jimmy Ng Road and Cst. Jimmy Ng Place will be part of the Richmond Centre redevelopment project.
UPDATED: Port Coquitlam schoolyard stabbing could result in more arrests

UPDATED: Port Coquitlam schoolyard stabbing could result in more arrests

Investigation underway into Friday night stabbing that sent one 16-year-old to hospital
Mask requirement starts Nov. 1 in Richmond-run facilities

Mask requirement starts Nov. 1 in Richmond-run facilities

Masks will be mandatory in Richmond’s city-operated facilities starting Nov. 1.
Voter turnout estimated at 52 per cent

Voter turnout estimated at 52 per cent

Elections BC estimates that at least 52.4 per cent of registered voters voted in the 2020 Provincial General Election.
Touchless poppy donation boxes being rolled out at HSBC Bank branches

Touchless poppy donation boxes being rolled out at HSBC Bank branches

With the pandemic still gripping the country, the Royal Canadian Legion has partnered with HSBC Bank Canada to make it safe, secure, and easier than ever to donate and wear a poppy with touchless HSBC “Pay Tribute” tap-enabled donation boxes.
Opinion: The myth behind wearing a mask

Opinion: The myth behind wearing a mask

Our knowledge of COVID-19 and how it spreads continues to evolve. Now that we’ve entered our second wave, let’s clear up four endemic COVID confusions.