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B.C.'s public service union prepares for strike vote after talks reach impasse

B.C.'s public service union prepares for strike vote after talks reach impasse

VICTORIA — British Columbia's public service union representing 34,000 members says it's preparing for a strike vote after months-long negotiations fell apart. Paul Finch, president of the B.C.
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Metro Vancouver police car chase results in gun, drug charges

Metro Vancouver police car chase results in gun, drug charges

A loaded handgun was allegedly found in a vehicle occupied by William Richard Hambler and Calvin James Lynch.
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B.C. woman heading to jury trial on murder charge

B.C. woman heading to jury trial on murder charge

Brian Clayton, 34, died from his injuries in East Vancouver on Oct. 3, 2024, before he could be taken to the hospital.
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Child abandonment charges approved in 'highly visible' Whistler Canada Day incident

Child abandonment charges approved in 'highly visible' Whistler Canada Day incident

Jason Frost, 45, facing two charges after 2024 domestic incident at Whistler hotel
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B.C. man allegedly tried to take cops' gun and Taser, assaulted a third

B.C. man allegedly tried to take cops' gun and Taser, assaulted a third

David Amega is charged with one count of assaulting a Vancouver police officer and two of attempting to take officers' weapons.
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B.C. limits sales of two more diabetes drugs amid off-label use for weight loss

B.C. limits sales of two more diabetes drugs amid off-label use for weight loss

VICTORIA — British Columbia's Health Ministry is limiting the sales of two more diabetes drugs to curb their off-label use for weight loss and preserve supply for people who are diabetic.
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Whistler RCMP confirms investigation into bike park assault

Whistler RCMP confirms investigation into bike park assault

One man arrested and released, with a date to appear in court
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Country singer Josh Ross, 'American Idol' star Cameron Whitcomb lead CCMA Awards noms

Country singer Josh Ross, 'American Idol' star Cameron Whitcomb lead CCMA Awards noms

Cameron Whitcomb, who grew up in Nanaimo, is a first-time nominee and performer on the broadcast.
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E-scooter injuries are on the rise among both kids and adults, data and doctors say

E-scooter injuries are on the rise among both kids and adults, data and doctors say

TORONTO — The Canadian Institute for Health Information says e-scooter injuries are on the rise across the country.
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Woman arrested in Langley, B.C., for assault causing severe burns

Woman arrested in Langley, B.C., for assault causing severe burns

LANGLEY — Mounties in Langley, B.C., say a 25-year-old woman has been charged with an assault that sent another woman to hospital with "severe burns.
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