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Another 14 people die from COVID-19 in B.C., hospitalizations fall

Another 14 people die from COVID-19 in B.C., hospitalizations fall

VANCOUVER — COVID-19 hospitalizations have dropped again in British Columbia but another 14 people died over a three-day period since Friday. A Health Ministry statement says the death toll has reached 2,946 people.
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Petition launched to stop move of Prince George welfare office

Petition launched to stop move of Prince George welfare office

Decision made without meaningful consultation, says Downtown Prince George
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Judge orders Prince George nightspot to stay closed until April 8

Judge orders Prince George nightspot to stay closed until April 8

Social media posting suggests Lambda will live up to the order
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Former general wanted in Mexico freed on bail

Former general wanted in Mexico freed on bail

Eduardo Leon Trauwitz faces extradition on organized crime and fuel-theft charges
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COVID’s arrival caught B.C. deeply unprepared, documents show

COVID’s arrival caught B.C. deeply unprepared, documents show

Provincial government overwhelmed by PPE shortage and pandemic supply-chain chaos in 2020, briefing notes reveal.
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B.C. announces new regulations to curb catalytic converter thefts

B.C. announces new regulations to curb catalytic converter thefts

VICTORIA — The British Columbia government has moved to prevent thefts of catalytic converters, a crime that costs millions every year.
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CMHA, UBC research found majority of people have ongoing COVID concerns

CMHA, UBC research found majority of people have ongoing COVID concerns

“We’re seeing the signs of chronic stress on the population,” said Margaret Eaton, National CEO of CMHA.
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Woman killed by falling boulder on Hwy 1 was a loving wife and mother; 'loved by everyone she knew'

Woman killed by falling boulder on Hwy 1 was a loving wife and mother; 'loved by everyone she knew'

“Laura was an exceptional human being, respected and loved by everyone she knew,” her obituary states.
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B.C. added 21K jobs in February for seventh straight month of gains

B.C. added 21K jobs in February for seventh straight month of gains

Province has not posted any job losses since July 2021
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Eligible young Canadians can receive up to $2,000 for post-secondary education

Eligible young Canadians can receive up to $2,000 for post-secondary education

Approximately 1.6 million eligible Canadians have yet to claim the Canada Learning Bond
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