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Residents offended by pet food labelled “no ingredients from China”

Residents offended by pet food labelled “no ingredients from China”

When Richmond resident, Lily Du, got home with a new bag of dog food for her pooch, she was shocked to read the side of the packaging stating “no ingredients from China.
Vancouver lawyer wants solicitor general to change impaired driving laws he criticized in opposition

Vancouver lawyer wants solicitor general to change impaired driving laws he criticized in opposition

A Vancouver lawyer is calling on B.C.’s solicitor general to walk the walk when it comes to making changes to the province’s impaired driving laws. In 2010, the province introduced new, tougher laws around drinking and driving.
B.C. to add 37,000 more MRI exams

B.C. to add 37,000 more MRI exams

There could soon be relief coming to B.C. patients waiting for an MRI as the province has promised to add 37,000 more exams over the next 12 months.
Health Canada finds some USB chargers prone to shock and fire

Health Canada finds some USB chargers prone to shock and fire

Health Canada has found a number of uncertified USB chargers pose an “unacceptable risk of electric shock and fire.” These chargers are being recalled. Some of the chargers on the list have links to B.C.
Harmonious Richmond Cherry Blossom Festival kicks off at 11 a.m. Sunday

Harmonious Richmond Cherry Blossom Festival kicks off at 11 a.m. Sunday

Spring is slowly, but surely showing itself in Richmond and with it, flowers are beginning to bloom. Even the cherry blossom trees are finally revealing hints of pink in anticipation of the city’s Cherry Blossom Festival on April 8. Last year, the B.
Hong Kong's Li Ka-shing, the billionaire buyer of Expo lands, set to retire

Hong Kong's Li Ka-shing, the billionaire buyer of Expo lands, set to retire

Li put Vancouver on the map for Asian investors with his 1988 purchase and is Hong Kong's richest man
Vaping, pot more harmful than public realizes, doctor says

Vaping, pot more harmful than public realizes, doctor says

Suggestions that there are no health hazards associated with vapour from e-cigarettes or from marijuana smoke are wrong, says Vancouver Island’s chief medical health officer. “It’s not harmless,” Dr. Richard Stanwick said.
Changes to Wildlife Act coming

Changes to Wildlife Act coming

Heads up Squamish hunters, new provincial regulations are on the way. As of April 1, hunters are required to carry all species licences during a hunting trip.
Government extends deadline for daycare fee reduction

Government extends deadline for daycare fee reduction

Child-care providers now have until April 20 to opt into program
Metro Vancouver preparing to issue air quality permit to composting facility

Metro Vancouver preparing to issue air quality permit to composting facility

Enviro-Smart's previous proposal "would result in unacceptable impacts in terms of odour"