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Crime continues to fall in Vancouver

Crime continues to fall in Vancouver

VPD data shows decreases in assaults, property crime, stolen vehicles in first six months of 2024.
Dry, hot spell to return to southern B.C. after rains, cooler weather dampen fires

Dry, hot spell to return to southern B.C. after rains, cooler weather dampen fires

VANCOUVER — Recent rains and cooler temperatures have knocked down wildfire activity in parts of British Columbia, especially in the north, but another hot and dry spell is expected to settle in across the southern Interior, officials said Tuesday.
Alleged e-bike-caused house fire spawns lawsuit against Burnaby's Envo

Alleged e-bike-caused house fire spawns lawsuit against Burnaby's Envo

Other companies also sued for damages after fire 'destroyed the plaintiffs' home and contents.'
News brief: What is happening with the Squamish kiteboarding investigation?

News brief: What is happening with the Squamish kiteboarding investigation?

One month after Gray Taylor's death, Squamish investigation ongoing with updates expected by late August.
More than 100K short-term rentals in Canada could serve as long-term housing

More than 100K short-term rentals in Canada could serve as long-term housing

Statistics Canada study shows listings on sites such as Airbnb increased more than 60% from 2017 to 2023.
Canucks Prospects: Does Melvin Fernström have first-round upside?

Canucks Prospects: Does Melvin Fernström have first-round upside?

Melvin Fernström's cerebral offensive game gives him upside beyond a typical third-round pick.
Baldrey: COVID-19 pandemic 'ended long ago' — for most of us

Baldrey: COVID-19 pandemic 'ended long ago' — for most of us

Columnist Keith Baldrey reflects on his coverage of the pandemic and why he believes it was "the most important" in recent journalistic history.
B.C. winery rallies opposition to short-term rental restrictions, says business down dramatically

B.C. winery rallies opposition to short-term rental restrictions, says business down dramatically

"This year we've noticed a dramatic downturn in traffic. It has really impacted our sales. I've had to cut staff," says winery owner.
West Vancouver to reconsider rezoning requirements following provincial ultimatum

West Vancouver to reconsider rezoning requirements following provincial ultimatum

West Van council rejected the province's demands in May, but will reluctantly bring the issue back – possibly in August – following an ultimatum from Housing Minister Ravi Kahlon
B.C. landlord must pay tenant $1,322 for bed bug infestation

B.C. landlord must pay tenant $1,322 for bed bug infestation

The landlord claimed it was the tenant's fault.