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Paralympic dreams on hold for North Delta swimmer

Paralympic dreams on hold for North Delta swimmer

North Delta’s Danielle Kisser is just one of many local athletes whose dreams of competing in Tokyo this summer were dashed when the COVID-19 pandemic hit. Kisser, who has dwarfism, is a swimmer in the Canadian National program.
Trudeau thanks lab professionals during National Medical Laboratory Week

Trudeau thanks lab professionals during National Medical Laboratory Week

From the pots and pans to the sirens that echo through the streets every evening, this week is dedicated to thanking medical laboratory professionals working behind-the-scenes during COVID-19.
Close small business aid loopholes: Conservatives

Close small business aid loopholes: Conservatives

Conservatives say some small businesses falling through the cracks of federal aid programs
PPE 'shortage' still being felt in B.C. seniors care: survey

PPE 'shortage' still being felt in B.C. seniors care: survey

While there has been some improvement in the supply of personal protective equipment for those working in B.C.
Opinion: Reckless maniac thinks Burnaby street is Highway 1. They got towed

Opinion: Reckless maniac thinks Burnaby street is Highway 1. They got towed

COVID-19 means Burnaby roads are much quieter these days. Which means reckless racers are trying to take advantage. Thankfully, Burnaby RCMP are stepping up their traffic enforcement game.
Richmond weather: Rain expected throughout the week

Richmond weather: Rain expected throughout the week

After a couple weeks of sunshine and warm weather, rain is in the forecast for most of the upcoming week.
Tri-Cities could see rats 'battling in the streets' due to COVID crisis

Tri-Cities could see rats 'battling in the streets' due to COVID crisis

Some say the shuttering or scaling down of many restaurants could lead to an explosion in the area's rat population, while others say a migration is more likely. Either way, expect to see emboldened rats.
‘Christmas level’ parcel volumes delay deliveries: Canada Post

‘Christmas level’ parcel volumes delay deliveries: Canada Post

Parcels has reached levels only seen during the 'busiest weeks of the Christmas season.'
Ikea releases its famous Swedish meatball recipe

Ikea releases its famous Swedish meatball recipe

As its stores and cafeterias are closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Ikea is sharing the recipe for its signature Swedish meatballs – and they won’t be as difficult to assemble as the company’s furniture.
B.C. confirms 95 new cases of COVID-19, for total of 1,948

B.C. confirms 95 new cases of COVID-19, for total of 1,948

There have been an additional two deaths, bringing B.C.'s provincial total to 100.