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Kirk LaPointe: Lions Gate Bridge not nearly the challenge Vancouverites imagine

Kirk LaPointe: Lions Gate Bridge not nearly the challenge Vancouverites imagine

‘It can be an opportunity for reflection inside a vehicle, helpful if you’re eager to get through an audiobook a little more efficiently, but mostly it moves,’ writes this West Vancouver newbie.
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Traffic pollution damages brain function, finds landmark B.C. study

Traffic pollution damages brain function, finds landmark B.C. study

A new study that exposed 25 people to diesel fumes in a lab at Vancouver General Hospital has found traffic pollution damages the brain's ability to reflect, retrieve memories and imagine the future.
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All eyes on North Vancouver prospect Bedard ahead of NHL draft

All eyes on North Vancouver prospect Bedard ahead of NHL draft

All-world junior – anticipated to be top pick in June draft – ‘will get deals,’ expert says
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North Shore businesses face rate hike, inflation challenges as pandemic fades

North Shore businesses face rate hike, inflation challenges as pandemic fades

Labour shortages are still worrying, but immigration boost will help, says economist
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Hockey’s Connor Bedard: The buzz, business and benefits

Hockey’s Connor Bedard: The buzz, business and benefits

How Vancouver’s homegrown superstar could have a local impact
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Watch: North Van teen cancer survivor gets zero-g flight wish

Watch: North Van teen cancer survivor gets zero-g flight wish

Zack Harrison describes the experience as a 'release' after a two-year battle with lymphoma.
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Search for missing Britannia Beach man ends tragically

Search for missing Britannia Beach man ends tragically

Ryosuke Motoike was recently found deceased. Police say they will not be releasing any other information at this time.
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Evicted for Airbnb, North Shore tenant says the system is failing

Evicted for Airbnb, North Shore tenant says the system is failing

There are hundreds of short-term rentals operating on the North Shore but enforcement is scant.
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Pay parking soon to come into effect at Lynn Canyon Park

Pay parking soon to come into effect at Lynn Canyon Park

The success of a pay parking pilot has instigated a full rollout at Lynn Canyon, with implementation at Deep Cove parks to follow
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VanOpen courting Burnaby to host pro tennis tournament this summer

VanOpen courting Burnaby to host pro tennis tournament this summer

Burnaby is the only suitable venue for Odlum Brown VanOpen, which has hosted talent like Bianca Andreescu and Eugenie Bouchard, but councillors aren't sure about displacing public tennis courts during “primetime” summer season.
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