СÀ¶ÊÓƵ

Skip to content

СÀ¶ÊÓƵ News

Knife-wielding man arrested in Vancouver after refusing to drop weapon: police

Knife-wielding man arrested in Vancouver after refusing to drop weapon: police

VANCOUVER — Police in Vancouver say a man has been charged with assault and remains in custody after allegedly waving a kitchen knife as he advanced toward two officers at a busy city intersection.
Biosolids pile up in capital region with few short-term disposal options

Biosolids pile up in capital region with few short-term disposal options

CRD is talking with Nanaimo-area private quarry about taking more biosolids, which isn’t sitting well with its counterparts to the north.
СÀ¶ÊÓƵ inmates with addiction issues at high risk of reincarceration: study

СÀ¶ÊÓƵ inmates with addiction issues at high risk of reincarceration: study

A new study led by a СÀ¶ÊÓƵ criminology professor says people jailed in the province who have addiction and mental health issues are at high risk of being reincarcerated within a few years of being released.
Man who chased people with a knife was just out of jail: Vancouver police chief

Man who chased people with a knife was just out of jail: Vancouver police chief

Vancouver police say a suspect who was armed with a knife and chased people on a city street had only been released from jail five days before his arrest.
Vancouver police officer won't face charge over use of force: prosecution service

Vancouver police officer won't face charge over use of force: prosecution service

VICTORIA — The British Columbia Prosecution Service says no charges have been approved against a Vancouver Police officer over an altercation that left a suspect with broken bones and bruises. The Independent Investigations Office, СÀ¶ÊÓƵ
Early ban on open burning across northeastern СÀ¶ÊÓƵ, starting March 28

Early ban on open burning across northeastern СÀ¶ÊÓƵ, starting March 28

PRINCE GEORGE, СÀ¶ÊÓƵ — Open burning will be banned across much of northern British Columbia starting next week after officials warned dry conditions could mean early wildfire activity this spring.
СÀ¶ÊÓƵ funds studies aimed at net-zero airports, sustainable fuel options

СÀ¶ÊÓƵ funds studies aimed at net-zero airports, sustainable fuel options

RICHMOND, СÀ¶ÊÓƵ — A new study will collect carbon emissions data from British Columbia's regional airports with the goal of getting all airports in the province to net-zero by 2030.
СÀ¶ÊÓƵ unveils flood strategy, adds $39 million in funding for flood mitigation

СÀ¶ÊÓƵ unveils flood strategy, adds $39 million in funding for flood mitigation

VANCOUVER — Catastrophic flooding in British Columbia that caused billions in damages to infrastructure, property and homes has resulted in a new comprehensive flood strategy to help communities reduce risk and respond to extreme events.
Quesnel looking to address harm caused by Mayor's wife denying Residential School history

Quesnel looking to address harm caused by Mayor's wife denying Residential School history

The City of Quesnel is seeking to set up a meeting with the Lhtako Dene Nation, following the discovery that the Mayor's wife, Pat Morton, had been distributing copies of a book which severely downplays the history and harms of residential schools in Canada.
Company behind CRD biosolids sued in U.S. over health issues, animal deaths

Company behind CRD biosolids sued in U.S. over health issues, animal deaths

Synagro Technologies is a majority owner in the residual treatment facility at Hartland.
push icon
Be the first to read breaking stories. Enable push notifications on your device. Disable anytime.
No thanks