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WorkSafeBC announces safety guidelines for business reopening this week

WorkSafeBC announces safety guidelines for business reopening this week

WorkSafeBC has announced industry-specific resources and guidelines for businesses re-opening during phase two of B.C.’s Restart Plan.
North Van crews rescue kitten from house soffit

North Van crews rescue kitten from house soffit

Burning buildings. Medical emergencies. And, occasionally, kitties in a tight spot. North Vancouver City Fire Department members channeled the Paw Patrol for a kitten rescue on the 300 block of East Fourth Street Saturday afternoon.
North Van’s Park & Tilford Cineplex permanently closed

North Van’s Park & Tilford Cineplex permanently closed

The Cineplex theatre at Park & Tilford has had its final curtain.
B.C. premier condemns rise of anti-Asian racism in wake of COVID-19 pandemic

B.C. premier condemns rise of anti-Asian racism in wake of COVID-19 pandemic

There have been a number of anti-Asian racist incidents across the Lower Mainland in recent months, including in Richmond
Snowbird jet crashes into house in Kamloops

Snowbird jet crashes into house in Kamloops

There is smoke rising from the crash site as emergency vehicles descend on the area. There are reports the plane hit a house and that the pilot managed to eject before the jet crashed
Ex-driver for 'underground ride-hailer urges government action

Ex-driver for 'underground ride-hailer urges government action

Since the Richmond News published a story about a driver who was denied pay from the ride-sharing service she worked for, five other drivers have come forward with similar stories regarding the same company.
Cats can be infected with virus that causes COVID-19: study

Cats can be infected with virus that causes COVID-19: study

A new study finds that cats can become infected with the virus that causes COVID-19 and may be able to pass it to other cats.
A Vancouver special effects studio created this inspiring reminder to reach out (VIDEO)

A Vancouver special effects studio created this inspiring reminder to reach out (VIDEO)

With our world turned upside down due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, it’s well understood at this point that all of the fear, uncertainty and lack of social interactions associated with the virus can take a significant toll on our mental health.
Saanich woman recounts near-death COVID ordeal

Saanich woman recounts near-death COVID ordeal

Cathy Novak’s phone flashed “VIHA” and she got a sinking feeling. They’d said the previous day, when she took the drive-thru COVID-19 test, that she could call in a few days for the result. But if it was positive, they’d call her.
Baby found abandoned in Port Coquitlam, say police

Baby found abandoned in Port Coquitlam, say police

Infant receiving medical care in hospital and is doing well