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British Columbians ‘ripped off’ by gas companies: Bruce Ralston

British Columbians ‘ripped off’ by gas companies: Bruce Ralston

Minister responsible for BCUC inquiry into gas prices says B.C. wholesale gas market is an 'oligopoly'
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ICBC cautions drivers for back-to-school safety

ICBC cautions drivers for back-to-school safety

ICBC is asking motorists to drive with caution as school is back in session next week. Drivers are asked to leave extra travel time, stay focused on the road and to keep an eye out for children particularly in school zones as summer is ending.
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Solar storm could spark northern lights over the Metro Vancouver this weekend

Solar storm could spark northern lights over the Metro Vancouver this weekend

In order for us to see the aurora, however, the sky must be dark and clear; clouds are the biggest obstacles to auroral observations.
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Walk, bike, or transit to World Fest this weekend

Walk, bike, or transit to World Fest this weekend

World Fest kicks off this afternoon in Minoru Park, and the City of Richmond is advising visitors to travel to the event on eco-friendly transportation.
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B.C. education minister optimistic about negotiated deal with teachers, new curriculum

B.C. education minister optimistic about negotiated deal with teachers, new curriculum

Rob Fleming says he hopes to have good news to announce soon
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Single-family homes give way to denser housing in central Richmond

Single-family homes give way to denser housing in central Richmond

Six assembled lots in the Garden City area could be the site of a mixed commercial and residential complex with some affordable rental and some market rental housing. A rezoning application, on the planning committee agenda for Sept.
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Fill ’er up: Vancouver gas prices set to rise three cents for Labour Day long weekend

Fill ’er up: Vancouver gas prices set to rise three cents for Labour Day long weekend

Metro Vancouver Gas prices are expected to climb before the Labour Day long-weekend so gas price analysts have suggested filling up before Friday.
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Video: Richmond driver takes up two lanes on No. 4 Road

Video: Richmond driver takes up two lanes on No. 4 Road

For some drivers, the markings on the road appear to be just a suggestion. In a video uploaded to Twitter, a white SUV is seen cruising in two lanes down No. 4 Road, after the driver made a left turn on Alderbridge Way.
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SFU reducing use of plastic straws, bottles and utensils

SFU reducing use of plastic straws, bottles and utensils

New program aims to limit environmental impacts
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Vancouver cryptocurrency company hit with class action lawsuit

Vancouver cryptocurrency company hit with class action lawsuit

Two B.C. residents claim US$30,000 worth of tokens from Vanbex Inc. have ‘no real, legal value’
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