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West Van Highlanders win historic provincial title in rugby

West Van Highlanders win historic provincial title in rugby

Head coach offers amazing description of how the Highlanders senior boys overcame low numbers to claim first ever B.C. championship in team history. 🏆
Is there fentanyl in my drugs? How 'take-home' testing could be a game changer

Is there fentanyl in my drugs? How 'take-home' testing could be a game changer

If you live in Vancouver, your drugs probably contain fentanyl, says an expert.
Crown asks for two-year sentence for former Whitecaps women's coach

Crown asks for two-year sentence for former Whitecaps women's coach

Sentencing hearing for Bob Birarda, who pleaded guilty in February to four sex charges, will continue at a later date in North Vancouver provincial court.
Andy Prest: Seabus Memes starts the perfect Father’s Day guide for North Vancouver dads

Andy Prest: Seabus Memes starts the perfect Father’s Day guide for North Vancouver dads

Throw your dog in a bike trailer and head on down to the Pemby! The hilarious Seabus Memes Instragram account has offered up a North Van Dad Starter Pack. 🍻
Metro Vancouver elder abuse scam resurfaces, with 20 known cases

Metro Vancouver elder abuse scam resurfaces, with 20 known cases

Metro Vancouver Crime Stoppers is raising awareness about an elder abuse scam this BC Seniors' Week.
Is an 'atmospheric river' headed for Metro Vancouver? Environment Canada weighs in

Is an 'atmospheric river' headed for Metro Vancouver? Environment Canada weighs in

Will one of these powerful systems pound the region with heavy rainfall?
Editorial: Heat dome exposed problems in B.C.'s emergency response systems

Editorial: Heat dome exposed problems in B.C.'s emergency response systems

Alerting people to extreme weather only goes so far. Making sure emergencies can be met with a reasonable response is also key to preventing future harms.
Rising construction costs threaten Metro Vancouver affordable housing projects

Rising construction costs threaten Metro Vancouver affordable housing projects

The added costs will eat away at the $100 million the regional government has budgeted for the next decade to build affordable housing projects, according to a report.
Food festival comes to Cap Mall this weekend

Food festival comes to Cap Mall this weekend

Folks will be able to choose from food truck favourites, an artisanal market and a science-meets-dessert interactive activity
Marcus Wong to focus on leadership style in bid for West Van mayor's chair

Marcus Wong to focus on leadership style in bid for West Van mayor's chair

The first-term councillor has joined the race for West Vancouver's next mayor, making it a three-way contest so far.