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Killing spree still feeds unease in B.C.’s isolated north, one year later

Killing spree still feeds unease in B.C.’s isolated north, one year later

It’s been just over a year since two Port Alberni teenagers left their homes and for reasons still unknown went on a random killing spree through northern B.C., sparking a two-week nationwide manhunt.
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New government funding for B.C. production companies

New government funding for B.C. production companies

Creators and producers in B.C.’s film industry now have access to a new government funding during the pandemic.
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Two people facing charges after allegedly feeding black bears in Whistler

Two people facing charges after allegedly feeding black bears in Whistler

One of the individuals returned to Canada in August and was detained by Canada Border Services Agency at Vancouver airport
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B.C. Mounties are ramping up distracted driving enforcement this month

B.C. Mounties are ramping up distracted driving enforcement this month

At least 76 people die in motor vehicle collisions each year, because the driver was distracted or not paying attention to the road – accidents that BC RCMP says are completely preventable.
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Richmond gas explosion victim still homeless, 14 months on

Richmond gas explosion victim still homeless, 14 months on

Sara Chung has still not been able to return to her wrecked home, 14 months after a gas explosion rocked her Steveston apartment complex
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Fraser River no place for novice kayakers

Fraser River no place for novice kayakers

Show some respect for the mighty Fraser. That’s what local rescue officials are pleading after what has been a busy summer on B.C.’s third largest river. It was back on Labour Day Monday when a pair of overwhelmed novice kayakers required help.
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Richmond schools hiring more custodians, teachers

Richmond schools hiring more custodians, teachers

The Richmond School District is hiring 45 additional custodians and 35 additional teachers with federal funds meant to help school districts during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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New research digs into link between social media and avalanche safety

New research digs into link between social media and avalanche safety

SFU masters student is studying how platforms impact decision making in the winter backcountry
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Road closure notice for Alderbridge Way this weekend

Road closure notice for Alderbridge Way this weekend

A 24-hour full road closure will be in effect this weekend for part of Alderbridge Way. Alderbridge Way, east of Shell Road, will be closed from 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Sept.
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Here is how to tell the difference between COVID-19 and wildfire smoke related symptoms

Here is how to tell the difference between COVID-19 and wildfire smoke related symptoms

Different people respond differently to smoke, and some people are at higher risk of experiencing health effects.
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