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Neglected pets seized from Richmond home were abandoned at start of pandemic

Neglected pets seized from Richmond home were abandoned at start of pandemic

Ten animals were taken away from a Richmond home after a “horrific” case of animal neglect. The Regional Animal Protection Society (RAPS) seized six cats, two kittens and two small poodle-like dogs from the home on Williams Road on Saturday.
Korean fried chicken giant Pelicana opening Burnaby location

Korean fried chicken giant Pelicana opening Burnaby location

I was driving around northeastern Burnaby on Saturday when I discovered something amazing and potentially delicious. We just have to wait for it. Korean fried chicken giant Pelicana is opening a location in Burnaby.
Over 5 million illegal cigarettes seized in B.C. last year: province

Over 5 million illegal cigarettes seized in B.C. last year: province

Over five million illegal cigarettes were taken off the street last year – many of which were seized in Metro Vancouver, the provincial government said Saturday.
Petition to legalize natural psychedelic drugs in Canada signed 13,000 times

Petition to legalize natural psychedelic drugs in Canada signed 13,000 times

"In the midst of an overdose crisis, accompanied by the causes of trauma, anxiety and depression, a wider range of treatment modalities, including those informed by ancient and indigenous knowledge, are urgently needed."
Richmond-based London Drugs, B.C. tech society join forces to help students

Richmond-based London Drugs, B.C. tech society join forces to help students

With school set to resume in a few short weeks, a Richmond-based business is lending a hand to students across the province who don’t have reliable access to computers, laptops or the internet at home.
3 Vancouver Police officers test positive for COVID-19 after breaking up '100+ person party'

3 Vancouver Police officers test positive for COVID-19 after breaking up '100+ person party'

Vancouver Police Union president Ralph Kaisers tweeted that two entire VPD patrol teams are self-isolating after coming in contact with the virus
Richmond student launches English tutoring business during pandemic

Richmond student launches English tutoring business during pandemic

Veronica Xia admits that finding a job – particularly one that matches her skillset and interests – is a challenge during COVID-19. Instead, she decided to launch her own tutoring business .
Billionaire U.S. businessman's super yacht spotted in waters off Vancouver Island

Billionaire U.S. businessman's super yacht spotted in waters off Vancouver Island

The yacht of Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has been spotted in the waters off Vancouver Island.
Probe of Vancouver officers’ alleged racist comments hits roadblock

Probe of Vancouver officers’ alleged racist comments hits roadblock

Police Complaint Commissioner cites lack of cooperation from consultant who made allegations

B.C. premier, pub owner speaking out about abusive customers angry about COVID rules

As the pandemic drags on and COVID-19 measures at B.C. restaurants become routine for some, others have been taking out their frustrations on servers and hostesses.