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City of North Van unearths unexpected museum tax bill

City of North Van unearths unexpected museum tax bill

The new North Vancouver Museum and Archives won’t be open for another several months, but it already has a brand new exhibit to show off – a whopping municipal tax and strata bill.
A pandemic and fire — a Squamish nun's perspective on recent turmoil

A pandemic and fire — a Squamish nun's perspective on recent turmoil

The Queen of Peace Monastery was in the path of a wildfire while the 14 sisters were self-isolating

Metro Vancouver lawn-watering restrictions start tomorrow

Lawn sprinkling restrictions come into effect across Metro Vancouver tomorrow. Between May 1 and Oct.
Islanders build ad hoc supply chains during pandemic

Islanders build ad hoc supply chains during pandemic

For Leanne Bruce, supply chain management comes naturally – which has morphed into an unexpected bonus for the residents of the remote island of Gambier during the COVID-19 pandemic. “I manage a band, so I’m used to moving people and goods around.
Sea to Sky federal Conservative candidate says she won't run again

Sea to Sky federal Conservative candidate says she won't run again

Gabrielle Loren was second to Liberal Patrick Weiler in the national race for Squamish's riding
Update: Suspect arrested after woman allegedly punched on SkyTrain

Update: Suspect arrested after woman allegedly punched on SkyTrain

Metro Vancouver Transit Policesay they have arrested a 51-year-old man in connection with an alleged attack on a woman, who was punched multiple times, while on the SkyTrain. Multiple charges are pending. At approximately 7:50 a.m.
Pandemic no immunity from speeding tickets

Pandemic no immunity from speeding tickets

Driver clocked going twice highway speed limit in North Van
Les Leyne: Easing of B.C. restrictions will be slow and methodical

Les Leyne: Easing of B.C. restrictions will be slow and methodical

The B.C. government will be keeping firm control of any efforts by business and individuals to resume activities now curtailed by health orders. Premier John Horgan said Wednesday it will be a “slow, methodical phased-in approach.
YVR airport will trim 30% of workforce with suppressed travel in 2020: union

YVR airport will trim 30% of workforce with suppressed travel in 2020: union

The union representing workers at the Vancouver Airport Authority says its workforce will be reduced by 25-30% in the coming weeks, following negotiations that will address voluntary buyouts and early retirement offers.
Vancouver Airport Authority announces workforce reduction

Vancouver Airport Authority announces workforce reduction

The Vancouver Airport Authority (VAA) announced they are reducing their workforce as the number of passengers continues to plummet at YVR because of COVID-19.