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B.C. is getting a new, province-wide area code next year

B.C. is getting a new, province-wide area code next year

As British Columbia’s population grows, the number of available cellphone numbers shrinks. As such, the CRTC has announced that the province will receive a brand new area code in 2019.
B.C. Hydro aims to restore all power by Dec. 31, 11 days after storm

B.C. Hydro aims to restore all power by Dec. 31, 11 days after storm

Electricity is expected to be restored by New Year’s Eve to all areas blacked out by Thursday’s storm, which saw winds of more than 100 km/h. That would mean going without electricity for 11 days for some people. B.C.
Richmond man jailed for 14 years for starting fire that killed son, mother-in-law

Richmond man jailed for 14 years for starting fire that killed son, mother-in-law

A Richmond man has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for starting a fire that killed his son and mother-in-law.
Richmond MLA Teresa Wat delivers lecture on China Central Television

Richmond MLA Teresa Wat delivers lecture on China Central Television

Richmond MLA Teresa Wat appeared on a TV show aired by Chinese state-owned national television broadcaster, China Central Television (CCTV), earlier this month, where she delivered a speech about the B.C.
How to keep your pet safe on New Year's Eve

How to keep your pet safe on New Year's Eve

New Year’s Eve is just around the corner, which means many may be planning their festivities for Monday night.
Missing dog Littlefoot still evading capture in Richmond

Missing dog Littlefoot still evading capture in Richmond

Owner Jocelyn Aspa says not to chase the shy dog.
Lady luck not smiling on storm-hit Richmond homeowner

Lady luck not smiling on storm-hit Richmond homeowner

If anyone has any good luck to sprinkle around, John Kaplan might take a teaspoonful from you.
Packaged salad recall across Canada after possible listeria contamination

Packaged salad recall across Canada after possible listeria contamination

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has updated a salad recall warning that was issued on December 14 due to a possible listeria contamination.
How to get rid of your Christmas tree in Richmond

How to get rid of your Christmas tree in Richmond

Christmas festivities are wrapping up for many, which means it’s time to take down the lights, decorations and tree. In Richmond, there are several options for recycling Christmas trees, but don’t forget to first remove all decorations and tinsel. 1.
E-Comm lists the 10 worst 911 calls of 2018

E-Comm lists the 10 worst 911 calls of 2018

Calling 911 is something nobody wants to have to do. Unless the fast food restaurant you’re jonesing for isn’t open 24 hours a day as advertised. Then you definitely have no issue calling 911. Right? Um, no. You don’t call for that.