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Gang violence in Lower Mainland out of control, solution needed
Shootings and murder have been rampant during the first two months of the year, and so far March is no exception. The most recent of such recorded violence happened early this morning, where a man presumed to be linked to drug trafficking was murdered in a Surrey park.... Notorious Gangster Captured
The recent violent spurts of gang activity within the Lower Mainland have caused much political unrest. As the gang wars continue to erupt destructively, members of the general public are feeling alarmed.... Contaminated Cocaine Hits British Columbia, 10 Seriously Ill
BC health officials are warning of contaminated cocaine which has led to serious illness in at least 10 Vancouver Island and Lower Mainland cases. " The patients suffered from bone marrow suppression and an... Victoria group considers free shopping carts for the homeless
While many cities spend resources trying to fight shopping cart theft, one group in Victoria wants to give them out for free. The move is an attempt to raise visibility and awareness of the homeless crisis in the...
created by Rob Peters | 1 year ago | updated 1 year ago
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1176 views | 12 recommendations | 23 comments
Teachers behind bottle ban in School District 42
Water bottles may be banned from all school vending machines in School District 42 (Maple Ridge / Pitt Meadows) in order to help alleviate their impact on the environment. Water must be available to students in... Are real estate speculators good for Vancouver?
This week's article in the Sun about a proposed speculator tax is truly odd. The piece begins:"The Lower Mainland housing market might be cooling off these days. But glittering highrise condos continue to...Should school bus drivers retire at 65?
A new law in BC no longer requires bus drivers to retire at 65, but many districts are wondering if that's such a wise idea. It's an interesting question--do driving skills decline at 65, or is a mandatory...Foreclosures up in BC
More bad news for home owners in Vancouver. "Kap Hiroti, who tracks Lower Mainland foreclosures at ForeclosureList.com, says foreclosures stand at 20 per week, up from 10 per week in 2006.“For one reason or...Police recover some artwork stolen from UBC museum
Some of the artwork stolen from UBC last month has been recovered, though police are releasing few details at this time. No word on whether any of the recovered art is that of artist Bill Reid.The original story can be found here."Police in B.C. say some of the artwork stolen...Let's celebrate youth at BC Youth Week!
Youth Week is a provincial celebration of youth held annually during the first week of May. It is a week of fun, interaction, and celebration intended to build a strong connection between young people and...Shooting in North Vancouver
All caps courtesy of CKNW. I guess they were yelling when it was on air."NORTH VANCOUVER - THE LATEST TARGETTED SHOOTING IN THE LOWER MAINLAND APPEARS TO BE IN NORTH VANCOUVER. THE AREA AROUND THE... $14 billion earmarked for BC transit
UPDATE: The new transit budget was just announced. Lots of money.What do people think? This is being touted as the biggest infrastructure project in BC's history. Rant or rave in a comment... A Room With a Riverview
One continuing story at Metro Vancouver is the case of the incredible Riverview Hospital grounds. It has a difficult mixture of history, human drama, urban encroachment, social politics, economics and...
created by amonteforte | 2 years ago | updated 2 years ago
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458 views | 0 recommendations | 0 comments
Recycling Warehouse on Fire in Richmond BC
Anyone have any pictures?"RICHMOND (NEWS1130) - Fire crews are struggling to get the upper hand on a stubborn warehouse fire in Richmond. The blaze at the Urban Impact Recycling Services on River Road broke out...
created by Rob Peters | 2 years ago | updated 2 years ago
1307 views | 2 recommendations | 2 comments
1307 views | 2 recommendations | 2 comments
'Balcony Rapist' asks Langara College for mercy
When does a man who has served his debt to society deserve a second chance? Or does he?"VANCOUVER -- After serving a 20-year prison sentence for five counts of sexual assault, Paul Callow just wants a chance to get on his with life. Dubbed "The Balcony Rapist" for his...
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