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ICBC launches new driver-based point system

ICBC launches new driver-based point system

ICBC is rolling in a new driver-based insurance model that will “represent (a driver’s) risk on the road” in Richmond and throughout the Lower Mainland as of September 2019.
UPDATED: Woman charged in husband’s death back in court Sept. 4

UPDATED: Woman charged in husband’s death back in court Sept. 4

A 54-year-old woman facing charges in the death of her husband at their home in Halfmoon Bay will be back in court Sept. 4.
Fish out of water: Aquaman Jason Momoa trapped inside Vancouver hotel elevator for hours (VIDEO)

Fish out of water: Aquaman Jason Momoa trapped inside Vancouver hotel elevator for hours (VIDEO)

“We’re stuck in an elevator — fire department doesn’t really wanna show up.” Popular actor Jason Momoa live-streamed a video of himself, his dog and his friends trapped inside of an elevator at L’Hermitage Hotel on Monday night.
Buckle up — Uber plans to operate in Metro Vancouver

Buckle up — Uber plans to operate in Metro Vancouver

Ride-hailing company will not operate in smaller communities across the province… for now
Alcohol can claim up to one-quarter of daily caloric needs: UVic study

Alcohol can claim up to one-quarter of daily caloric needs: UVic study

A new study released by the University of Victoria claims that daily drinkers can consume up to 25 per cent of their daily caloric needs through alcohol alone.
B.C. winter forecast: Environment Canada gives forecast for the frosty season

B.C. winter forecast: Environment Canada gives forecast for the frosty season

Environment Canada’s long-term Metro Vancouver weather forecast calls for above average temperatures to continue into the fall season.
Richmond recovery homes get boost in funding

Richmond recovery homes get boost in funding

Funding for recovery beds in Richmond will increase as of October to help their clients with mental health and substance use issues. As of Oct.
BC Ferries: Travel tips for long weekend and schedule changes

BC Ferries: Travel tips for long weekend and schedule changes

Travellers planning to ride with BC Ferries without reservations should prepare for sailing waits for the upcoming long weekend on the Tsawwassen-Swartz Bay routes.
Vancouver developer takes city to court over rejected Chinatown proposal

Vancouver developer takes city to court over rejected Chinatown proposal

Beedie Holdings is seeking a judicial review of its proposal for 105 Keefer St.
Update: No criminal charges after racist rant in Richmond parking lot

Update: No criminal charges after racist rant in Richmond parking lot

But social media posters are warned that some of their comments could be deemed criminal