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B.C. child hospitalized after eating toxic death cap mushroom

B.C. child hospitalized after eating toxic death cap mushroom

After a child consumed part of the highly poisonous death cap mushroom in Vancouver's Kitsilano neighbourhood, authorities warn southwestern B.C. to exercise caution.
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B.C. phasing out single-use plastics, giving businesses six months to use inventory

B.C. phasing out single-use plastics, giving businesses six months to use inventory

The new regulation comes into effect in December.
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Mount Seymour wildfire being held

Mount Seymour wildfire being held

The perimeter of the 0.3-hectare site has been surrounded by hose and soaked to prevent any spreading
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West Vancouver Memorial Library funded for $1M environmental upgrades

West Vancouver Memorial Library funded for $1M environmental upgrades

An electrical upgrade will replace the library’s existing gas heating and ventilation system
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'I love you Devyn': Brother shares heartfelt tribute to sister killed fighting B.C. wildfire

'I love you Devyn': Brother shares heartfelt tribute to sister killed fighting B.C. wildfire

The 19-year-old was working as a BC Wildfire Service firefighter when she died.
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Hot dog! Here is how hot it is going to feel in Metro Vancouver

Hot dog! Here is how hot it is going to feel in Metro Vancouver

Temperatures are expected to feel toasty in the Lower Mainland.
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West Van to target high-concern areas with road safety plan

West Van to target high-concern areas with road safety plan

A pilot study showed that new 30 km/h signs in some areas had no effect on reducing driver speed
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TransLink bus stolen from Vancouver Transit Centre while being painted

TransLink bus stolen from Vancouver Transit Centre while being painted

The suspect reportedly drove the bus for over 10 blocks before fleeing.
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As climate changes, where will B.C.'s wildlife find refuge?

As climate changes, where will B.C.'s wildlife find refuge?

Climate change is projected to push carnivores from old ranges, open up space for new mammals and transform B.C.'s forests. Here's what some species are facing.
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In most parts of Washington, you can still have a campfire

In most parts of Washington, you can still have a campfire

Some Washington parks and counties have strict rules to allow campfires on campgrounds. In Whatcom County, fires are prohibited when winds exceed 15 km/h.
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