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Retro Roller Jam rolls into Robson Square

Retro Roller Jam rolls into Robson Square

Robson Square’s skating rink will be turned into a classic disco Sunday for the second annual F.U.B.A.R. Roller Jam. All proceeds will go the Make-A-Wish BC & Yukon.
BC Ferries fuel rebate will be removed on June 27 and fares will increase

BC Ferries fuel rebate will be removed on June 27 and fares will increase

Photo By DARREN STONE, Times Colonist It will cost more to travel on BC Ferries starting on June 27 when the company removes the fuel rebates that have been in place since the spring of 2016.
‘High’ price of a starter condo: Former crack den listed at $419K

‘High’ price of a starter condo: Former crack den listed at $419K

In this East Vancouver building, a one-bed unit that was formerly a cocaine and fentanyl packaging house is listed for sale at $419,000 as of June 8, 2018.
RCMP arrest alleged thief after owner tracks stolen truck with GPS

RCMP arrest alleged thief after owner tracks stolen truck with GPS

File photo A tech-savvy business owner helped Burnaby Mounties nab an alleged truck thief earlier this month. On June 1, Burnaby RCMP got a report of a stolen work vehicle.
B.C. child rep has 'grave concerns' about contract homes for foster kids

B.C. child rep has 'grave concerns' about contract homes for foster kids

B.C. Children’s Representative Bernard Richard speaks to media from the Grand Pacific Hotel in Victoria, B.C., on Wednesday, October 4, 2017.
Introducing the Awesome Grand Prix 2018

Introducing the Awesome Grand Prix 2018

V.I.A. is partnering with Bicicletta to bring you a new, family-friendly event to check out.
Controversy sparked over chinook salmon closures

Controversy sparked over chinook salmon closures

Chinook salmon caught off Vancouver Island. V.I.A. file photo A recent Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) decision to close some B.C.
B.C. aims to recycle difficult plastic: six-pack rings, chip bags, crinkly wraps

B.C. aims to recycle difficult plastic: six-pack rings, chip bags, crinkly wraps

A volunteer collects a plastic bottle during trash collection at the Kolovrechtis wetland near Halkida, Evia island, Greece, Feb.3, 2018.
New bike parkade now open at King Edward Station

New bike parkade now open at King Edward Station

Photo Pexels Commuters taking the SkyTrain can now store their bike at King Edward Canada Line station.
Treasure hunt company seeks compensation from insurers after mysterious theft of golden eagle statue

Treasure hunt company seeks compensation from insurers after mysterious theft of golden eagle statue

Stolen golden eagle Forgotten Treasures International Inc. is suing Lloyd’s Underwriters and other insurance companies for denying a claim after thieves allegedly made off with a golden eagle statue encrusted with hundreds of diamonds worth $930,000.
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