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These are the COVID-19 scams preying on a panicked public: BBB

These are the COVID-19 scams preying on a panicked public: BBB

With people panicking about COVID-19, more people are vulnerable to becoming victims of scams. That’s the message from the Better Business Bureau, which has issued a list of scams targeting the public.
'Appalled': Couple buys entire meat section, leaves nothing (video)

'Appalled': Couple buys entire meat section, leaves nothing (video)

As panic shopping sets in over COVID-19 fears, one couple took it upon themselves on Saturday night to ensure nobody else would go home with any meat for their families.
COVID-19: Richmond's River Rock Casino set to close at midnight

COVID-19: Richmond's River Rock Casino set to close at midnight

The River Rock Casino will be closed as of 11:59 p.m. Sunday due to concerns over the spread of the novel coronavirus.
Coronavirus: How COVID-19 spreads, how to avoid it

Coronavirus: How COVID-19 spreads, how to avoid it

How is the novel coronavirus, or COVID-19, spread? • Droplets spread when an infected person coughs or sneezes. • Close personal contact such as touching or shaking hands.
KPU cancels convocation amid coronavirus pandemic

KPU cancels convocation amid coronavirus pandemic

Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) has announced that their spring convocation has been cancelled. The decision was made Thursday afternoon following an announcement that day by B.C. Health Officer Dr.
One person dead, one missing after boat capsizes in Pitt River near Coquitlam

One person dead, one missing after boat capsizes in Pitt River near Coquitlam

A massive search continues Saturday evening after five people capsized in a boat in the Pitt River northeast of Coquitlam Saturday morning, March 14
Richmond council to vote on signing UN pledge in support of refugees

Richmond council to vote on signing UN pledge in support of refugees

Richmond council will vote next week on whether to sign the United Nations Cities #WithRefugees pledge. Nearly 3,500 of Richmond residents are refugees, according to the 2016 census, many of whom came from Afghanistan, Vietnam, China, Iran and Iraq.
Whistler Blackcomb to close from March 15 to 22 over COVID-19 concerns

Whistler Blackcomb to close from March 15 to 22 over COVID-19 concerns

All Vail Resorts' North American mountains to close for one week while officials assess rest of season
UPDATED: Medical emergency shuts down Expo Line service

UPDATED: Medical emergency shuts down Expo Line service

Braid Station is closed until further notice and there is no service between Sapperton and Lougheed Stations
New jury trials on hold until end of May in B.C. due to COVID-19

New jury trials on hold until end of May in B.C. due to COVID-19

Jury selection has been cancelled everywhere in B.C. until the end of May as a result of the rapidly evolving situation with the COVID-19 virus, the Supreme Court announced Friday. In criminal cases, an accused can elect to be tried by judge alone.