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Teens building fort find human remains in Burnaby

Teens building fort find human remains in Burnaby

Two 15-year-old boys building a fort on the side of Burnaby Mountain made a grisly discovery last week. On Thursday evening at about 6:30 p.m.
B.C. lakes’ health monitored by provincial program

B.C. lakes’ health monitored by provincial program

Mike Sokal often takes a moment to admire the clear water of Okanagan Lake whenever he takes another sample for water quality testing. The lake is an essential part of life in the Okanagan and is home to an abundance of waterfowl and fish species.
Squamish carver to share his knowledge in paddle-making workshop

Squamish carver to share his knowledge in paddle-making workshop

Program aimed at youth to run this fall and include stories about trees
What’s up at council this week? (July 20)

What’s up at council this week? (July 20)

They’re the last regular council meetings before the summer break and, with packed agendas, the three North Shore councils are cramming the last bits of municipal business in. Below are some of the highlights to expect.
North Shore averts major tax shortfalls

North Shore averts major tax shortfalls

The North Shore’s municipal finance departments are breathing a sigh of relief as the vast majority of property taxes have been paid on time.
Man arrested at North Van's Phibbs Exchange after pointing fake gun on bus

Man arrested at North Van's Phibbs Exchange after pointing fake gun on bus

North Vancouver RCMP say one man has been arrested after brandishing a fake pistol on a bus at Phibbs Exchange. Around 10 p.m. Thursday, police received a 911 call from a passenger alerting them to a man with a gun.
Four new COVID-19 cases reported in North Shore health region

Four new COVID-19 cases reported in North Shore health region

Community transmission rates remain low, says BC CDC
If you receive 'free' Amazon packages, it's likely a 'brushing' scam

If you receive 'free' Amazon packages, it's likely a 'brushing' scam

So, you got some unexpected and unordered free stuff from Amazon delivered right to your doorstep. Don't celebrate.
Farms report record sales in 2019: B.C. government

Farms report record sales in 2019: B.C. government

Like many industries relying heavily on labour during the pandemic, the farming sector has been particularly hard hit.
UPDATE: West Van council gives final approval for taller Park Royal towers

UPDATE: West Van council gives final approval for taller Park Royal towers

Amendments allow the addition of 95 rental units to existing project