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• #ShippedFestival lineup, Long Table Lunches, Kitchen Table talks. All this + much more in this week's #CityView eNe… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

  07-06-2018 22:45 via twitter.com
  #ShippedFestival lineup, Long Table Lunches, Kitchen Table talks. All this + much more in this week's #CityView eNe… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
  
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• Greenhouse-gas emissions decline in Metro Vancouver, regional report shows

  07-06-2018 22:41 via vancouversun.com
  Greenhouse-gas emissions in the region declined two per cent to 15 million tonnes over a five-year period, according to Metro Vancouver’s 2018 Caring for the Air report.
  The annual report states that heating and cooling of buildings, including residential and commercial, are major contributors to regional greenhouse-gas emissions.
  From 2010 to 2015, emissions from buildings decreased by more than 10 per cent, thanks to reduced natural-gas consumption, partly due to improved efficiency
  
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• Calpurnia releases Scout EP

  07-06-2018 22:25 via vancouversun.com
  Vancouver based indie rock quartet Calpurnia features lead singer and guitarist Finn Wolfhard, best known for playing Mike Wheeler in the hit Netflix series Stranger Things.
  The band releases Scout, its debut six song EP on June 15 on Royal Mountain Records in Canada and the US.
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• Jonathan Cote seeking a second term as New Westminster's mayor

  07-06-2018 22:23 via vancouversun.com
  You debate whether Jonathan X. Cote has the best initial in Metro Vancouver politics, but one thing about him is a definite fact: he wants to be New Westminster’s mayor again.
  Cote was first elected as the Royal City’s mayor in 2014 after serving three terms as a city councillor.
  “It has been an honour to serve as mayor of New Westminster for the past four years. Our city is going through an exciting time and I am extremely proud of what we have been able to accomplish. I look
  
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• Looking calm and composed before the third annual “Windsor Sec. School-Cops For Cancer Basketball Game”. Will it be… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

  07-06-2018 22:20 via twitter.com
  Looking calm and composed before the third annual “Windsor Sec. School-Cops For Cancer Basketball Game”. Will it be… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
  
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• Homicide police investigate suspicious death in Chilliwack

  07-06-2018 22:18 via vancouversun.com
  A residential area of Chilliwack is behind police tape this afternoon as the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team investigates a suspicious death.
  Chilliwack RCMP were called to the 45000-block of Wellington Avenue at 5 a.m. Thursday after receiving a report of an individual in medical distress.
  The police arrived at the address as emergency personnel were treating a victim who had life-threatening injuries.  The person died at the scene.
  “The area surrounding the scene will be
  
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• Squamish Nation's Ian Campbell named Vision Vancouver's mayoral candidate

  07-06-2018 22:14
  
  Ian Campbell, a hereditary chief with the Squamish Nation, becomes Vision Vancouver’s third mayoral candidate in the party’s history.
  
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• Movie Minute: Ocean's 8

  07-06-2018 21:59 via vancouversun.com
  Postmedia film critic Dana Gee and Arts & Life editor Aleesha Harris take a look at the all new all female heist film Ocean’s 8.
  Starring Sandra Bullock,  Cate Blanchett, Anne Hathaway, Helena Bonham Carter, Rhianna, Sarah Paulson and Mindy Kaling the film picks up with Debbie Ocean getting out of jail with a plan for a heist during the yearly Met Gala in New York City.
  
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• 4 suspicious fires in 3 weeks: North Vancouver RCMP try to identify persons of interest

  07-06-2018 21:40 via globalnews.ca
  The fires, two of which broke out on May 23 in the area north of Highway 1 and the other two on June 5 in the Larson area, are suspicious, according to officials.
  
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• Keep logging those #CommuterChallenge trips! Try a new way of getting to work this week. Walking, biking, transit,… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

  07-06-2018 20:30 via twitter.com
  Keep logging those #CommuterChallenge trips! Try a new way of getting to work this week. Walking, biking, transit,… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
  
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• Most young people considering leaving due to housing costs: poll

  07-06-2018 20:12
  
  Vast majority of British Columbians say it is almost impossible for young people to buy a house
  
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• Police Investigate Suspicious Grass Fires bit.ly/2Jnj6LV #NorthVancouver https://t.co/w7ES47OwSX

  07-06-2018 19:48 via twitter.com
  
  Police Investigate Suspicious Grass Firesbit.ly/2Jnj6LV#NorthVancouver https://t.co/w7ES47OwSX
  
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• Have you shared your thoughts yet? Don't miss your chance to have a say on future recreation and culture programmin… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

  07-06-2018 19:45 via twitter.com
  Have you shared your thoughts yet? Don't miss your chance to have a say on future recreation and culture programmin… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
  
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• Be part of #FunCityFestival. We're looking for some enthusiastic volunteers to help out with this fun event on July… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

  07-06-2018 19:26 via twitter.com
  Be part of #FunCityFestival. We're looking for some enthusiastic volunteers to help out with this fun event on July… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
  
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• Families mourn teens murdered in Surrey shooting

  07-06-2018 19:15 via vancouversun.com
  The grieving families of two teenage boys are seeking answers — and justice — for two lives that ended violently on a dark rural road in Surrey.
  Jaskaran (Jesse) Singh Bhangal, 17, and Jaskarn (Jason) Singh Jhutty, 16, were found dead with gunshot wounds by the side of the road in the 18700-block 40th Avenue at around 10:30 p.m. on Monday.
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• Feasting on steady diet of fun runs, but craving the race-day munchies

  07-06-2018 18:48 via vancouversun.com
  Jeff Foxworthy struck comedic gold many moons ago with his lowbrow line of “You might be a redneck” wisecracks, including one about dieting: “It’s much easier during the cold winter months ‘cuz you have to go outside to get stuff out of your fridge!”
  I mention that because after declaring 2018 was going to be The Year yours truly would shed a few pounds and train a bit more, all I lost in January was 31 days! February wasn’t much better, but a funny thin
  
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• Free this morning? Why not pop by and see us at @SilverHarbourC where we're with @CityOfNorthVan talking about crea… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

  07-06-2018 18:08 via twitter.com
  Free this morning? Why not pop by and see us at @SilverHarbourC where we're with @CityOfNorthVan talking about crea… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
  
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• Video: 'Goose whisperer' leads flock across Vancouver's Main Street

  07-06-2018 18:07 via vancouversun.com
  It’s hard enough keeping track of one or two children, let alone 30, so this pair of Canada geese have to appreciate the help they received from a woman who successfully guided their goslings across Vancouver’s very busy Main Street on Wednesday.
  In a video posted to Reddit, the supportive pedestrian, nicknamed the Goose Whisperer, corrals the birds near the SkyTrain station at Main and Terminal and then leads the flock safely across the road to the grassy area in front of Pacific Ce
  
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• Thanks again to everyone who came out in support of this years North Shore LETR (Law Enforcement Torch Run), well o… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

  07-06-2018 17:27 via twitter.com
  Thanks again to everyone who came out in support of this years North Shore LETR (Law Enforcement Torch Run), well o… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
  
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• Squamish Chief Ian Campbell acclaimed as Vision Vancouver's mayoral candidate

  07-06-2018 17:19 via vancouversun.com
  Squamish Nation hereditary Chief Ian Campbell is Vision Vancouver’s choice to be the city’s next mayor.
  Vision announced Thursday morning that Campbell had been acclaimed its mayoral candidate for the Oct. 20 municipal election.
  “This is an exciting and historic moment for our party and our city,” said Michael Haack, Vision co-Chair.
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  Dan Fumano: NPA's new nominee will try to outpace opponents on both sides
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• Vancouver police say 'distraction thieves' targeting seniors

  07-06-2018 17:03 via vancouversun.com
  Vancouver police are warning the public to be vigilant after receiving reports of eight “distraction thefts” in the last month.
  The VPD says the thieves get out of vehicles and then use diversionary tactics to steal jewelry from unsuspecting victims.
  Police say bandits make various excuses to make physical contact with the victims, who are always wearing visible necklaces and rings.
  “These thieves are smooth and quickly get into your personal space. Victims usually don&rsq
  
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• Your chance to looky-loo at gorgeous local homes (PHOTOS)

  07-06-2018 16:00
  
  Free, self-guided Parade of Homes tour lets public inside stunning custom homes and renovations
  
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• Douglas Todd: Canadian sovereignty faces challenge over foreign-buyers tax

  07-06-2018 16:00 via vancouversun.com
  Canadian sovereignty is on trial in a lawsuit against B.C.’s 20-per cent tax on foreign buyers of residential homes.
  Jing Li — a Chinese citizen and international student who launched her case after using her family’s money to buy a townhouse in Langley in 2016 — in effect challenges what some believe is Canada’s sovereign right to impose a targeted tax on foreign nationals with a B.C. surtax that similar to many in other provinces and countries.
  Arguing the tax ill
  
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• Daily Poll: What should be done with the Surrey peacocks?

  07-06-2018 15:29 via vancouversun.com
  People seem divided over what to do about the feral peacocks of Surrey’s Sullivan Heights.
  Well some in the neighbourhood admire their beauty and appreciate having the birds around, others are sick of the noise they make and mess they leave.
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  Surrey peacocks 'pushed me to the edge,' says homeowner who cut down nesting treeSurrey bylaw officer assaulted after peacock complaint
  The peacock dispute even reportedly escalated to violence on Monday, when a man was arrested after a by
  
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• Vaughn Palmer: 'Modernizing' complex Columbia River Treaty not for faint-hearted

  07-06-2018 15:13 via vancouversun.com
  VICTORIA — While the B.C. government proposes “tweaking” the Columbia River Treaty in talks with the United States, voices on the American side have raised a more ambitious goal.
  “Columbia River Treaty must include cheaper power rates,” was the headline last week in the Tri-City Herald, serving Kennewick, Pasco and Richland in Washington state.
  The editorial, marking the start of negotiations on reopening the international treaty, made the argument that existin
  
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• Vancouver weather: Here comes the rain again

  07-06-2018 15:08 via vancouversun.com
  VANCOUVER, B.C.: June 7, 2018 – The clouds have rolled in and they are here to prep us for some weekend rain.
  You probably won’t need an umbrella today, but you best keep it handy on Friday … and Saturday … and Sunday … and Monday … and, ya, also Tuesday.
  Next Wednesday looks nice, though. 
  Environment Canada says there is a 70 per cent chance of rain tomorrow — and showers are in the forecast for the next four days as well.
  Weather: Vancouver,
  
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• REAL SCOOP: Burnaby investigates firefighter bikers

  07-06-2018 09:02 via vancouversun.com
  I have done a couple of follow-up stories on the Florian Knights, the firefighter bikers who’ve been going on rides with the Hells Angels.
  Now the City of Burnaby has launched its own investigation into the municipal employees who are in the Knights.
  Here’s my latest story and one I filed yesterday, but didn’t post:
  Burnaby investigates firefighter biker clubKIM BOLAN
  Updated: June 6, 2018Burnaby has started a formal investigation into a local firefighters motorcycle club linke
  
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• REAL SCOOP: Two suspects, vehicles identified in Grewal murder

  07-06-2018 08:18 via vancouversun.com
  Homicide investigators have released surveillance photos of two men believed to be involved in the murder last December of Brothers Keepers gang boss Gavinder Grewal.
  Cpl. Frank Jang, of the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team, said IHIT has “gathered significant evidence and is looking to identify individuals involved in the murder.”
  “Surveillance footage has identified two vehicles that investigators believe are associated to the murder of Mr. Grewal,” Jang said
  
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• Vancouver Biennale kicks off public art exhibition on June 20

  07-06-2018 06:23 via vancouversun.com
  The weather in Vancouver is so nice, even the art is going outside.
  Vancouver Biennale 2018-2020 has announced its fourth edition, titled “re-IMAGE-n”. The latest celebration of public art will begin on June 20, when Saudi artist Ajlan Gharem’s Paradise Has Many Gates — a small, open-air sculpture in the shape of a mosque — will appear at Vanier Park.
  Ajlan Gharem’s Paradise Has Many Gates.
  The installation resembles a traditional mosque, b
  
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• Police now treating disappearance of two men on Vancouver Island as 'suspicious'

  07-06-2018 04:45 via vancouversun.com
  Two men who haven’t been seen since leaving their sailboat at Ucluelet’s harbour two weeks ago have not been found and police are now calling their disappearance as “suspicious.”
  Daniel Archibald, 37, and Ryan Daley, 43, were caught on security video leaving the harbour facility on May 16, carrying large bags, presumably containing their possessions. The duo had arrived three days earlier after sailing their sailboat from Panama.
  They had spoken with their families in the
  
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• 'We want to know who did it:' Families seek answers in death of two teen boys in Surrey

  07-06-2018 03:59 via vancouversun.com
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  The grieving families of two teenage boys are seeking answers — and justice — for two lives that ended violently on a dark rural road in Surrey.
  Jaskaran (Jesse) Singh Bhangal, 17, and Jaskarn (Jason) Singh Jhutty, 16, were found dead with gunshot wounds by the side of the road in the 18700-block 40th Avenue at around 10:30 p.m. on Monday.
  Mandeep Bhangal said her nephew Jesse was a “great kid” who enjoyed working on cars and wanted to be a mechanic.
  
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• Australian high-roller who is to be deported is in B.C. to allegedly launder money: Police

  07-06-2018 03:56 via vancouversun.com
  An Australian high-stakes gambler, who was ordered deported after an Immigration and Refugee Board hearing Tuesday, was in B.C. to launder money, the RCMP allege.
  In a news release on Wednesday, the Mounties said a search warrant executed for alleged international money-launderer Dan Bai Shun Jin’s River Rock Casino hotel room provided investigators with documents of Jin’s involvement in money laundering and a recent money-movement scheme.
  Police said that scheme involved a female mo
  
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• Take a look inside Oprah Winfrey's new $8-million estate off the B.C. coast

  07-06-2018 03:26 via vancouversun.com
  Big news for Pacific Northwesterners: you get a celebrity neighbour. And you get a celebrity neighbour! And you get a celebrity neighbour!
  Yeah. It’s Oprah Winfrey.
  According to a report from Variety, the multi-billionaire media mogul recently dropped $8.275M on an “island sanctuary” in the San Juan Islands, just off the British Columbia coast.
  The secluded compound, located on Orcas Island, the largest of the San Juan Islands, measures around 43 acres, including approximately
  
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• Burnaby launches investigation into firefighter biker club

  07-06-2018 03:19 via vancouversun.com
  Burnaby has started a formal investigation into a local firefighters motorcycle club linked to the Hells Angels, city manager Lambert Chu said Wednesday.
  Chu said the investigation follows Postmedia revelations about the Florian’s Knights attending events with the notorious biker gang.
  Postmedia also obtained a recent photo of one of the Knights’ founders, Burnaby firefighter Nick Elmes, posing with Kelowna Hells Angels president Damiano Dipopolo and two other full-patch HA members.
  
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• Great to be part of a multi-agency effort showing support to our special olympic athletes! Nice 8 km run with you! twitter.com/westvanpolice/…

  07-06-2018 03:10 via twitter.com
  Great to be part of a multi-agency effort showing support to our special olympic athletes! Nice 8 km run with you! twitter.com/westvanpolice/…
  
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• Bacchus Barua: The private cost of health-care queues in Canada

  07-06-2018 03:04 via vancouversun.com
  It’s no secret that Canadians face some of the longest wait times for health care in the developed world. In fact, according to the Fraser Institute’s annual survey of physicians, at 21.2 weeks from referral to treatment, Canadians waited longer in 2017 than ever before.
  What’s often forgotten is that, for some patients, wait times can and do have serious consequences.
  While this may be obvious for patients in need of critical care, it’s also true for Canadians waiting fo
  
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• The Happenings: Three things to do in Vancouver on Thursday, June 7

  07-06-2018 01:57 via vancouversun.com
  Looking for something to do in Metro Vancouver? Here are three suggestions for Thursday, June 7.Subhumans
  English hardcore punk rock band Subhumans got their start decades ago, with their 1983 album The Day The Country Died. They released three more albums in the following three years, and then they broke up, bumming out their fans. But then they got back together, delighting their fans! In 2007, Subhumans released Internal Riot, their first album in 20 years, and they’ve been touring ever
  
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• Death at Vancouver Tim Hortons highlights widening front line in homelessness

  07-06-2018 01:56 via vancouversun.com
  The death of a homeless senior inside a Vancouver Tim Hortons illustrates how much 24-hour restaurant workers and ordinary citizens are increasingly finding themselves on the front line of homelessness.
  Known only as Ted, the man was believed to be in his 70s, suffered from cancer and had nowhere else to go other than the all-night coffee shop at 856 West Broadway. He died in the early hours of May 31 before anyone noticed he was in distress.
  “People now are on the front lines of homelessn
  
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• 'Modernizing' complex Columbia River Treaty not for faint-hearted

  07-06-2018 01:51 via vancouversun.com
  VICTORIA — While the B.C. government proposes “tweaking” the Columbia River Treaty in talks with the United States, voices on the American side have raised a more ambitious goal.
  “Columbia River Treaty must include cheaper power rates,” was the headline last week in the Tri-City Herald, serving Kennewick, Pasco and Richland in Washington state.
  The editorial, marking the start of negotiations on reopening the international treaty, made the argument that existin
  
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• We'll kick off Movie Nights in the Plaza July 6 w/ LABYRINTH. Free outdoor movies on big screen under the stars in… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

  07-06-2018 01:30 via twitter.com
  We'll kick off Movie Nights in the Plaza July 6 w/ LABYRINTH. Free outdoor movies on big screen under the stars in… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
  
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• Ian Mulgrew: Medicare trial logistics beggar belief

  07-06-2018 01:23 via vancouversun.com
  The scope of the muddle in the B.C. Medicare constitutional challenge has become staggeringly clear: a library of documentary evidence that has taken a clerk four years to compile.
  B.C. Supreme Court Justice John Steeves could not possibly read that mountain of material, especially when you consider it’s continuing to sprawl like a Hawaiian lava flow.
  No speed-reader could pass his or her eyes over the stacks of reports, research, data, opinion, analysis and cant, much less give serious co
  
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• Environmentalism runs deep in family of Kinder Morgan protester Hayley Zacks

  07-06-2018 00:46 via vancouversun.com
  One of the loudest critics of the Kinder Morgan pipeline expansion is also the protesters’ best-kept secret.
  Hayley Zacks is the 21-year-old who garnered headlines when she impersonated a reporter to gain access to a Justin Trudeau news conference and who — as project coordinator for Protect the Inlet — is a leader of the ongoing protests on Burnaby Mountain. Another round of civil disobedience is planned for Monday.
  Zacks is also the niece of Tzeporah Berman, a fixture of B.C.
  
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• Effective July 1, 2018, we will be implementing the BC Energy Step Code for more energy efficient buildings. Applyi… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

  07-06-2018 00:43 via twitter.com
  Effective July 1, 2018, we will be implementing the BC Energy Step Code for more energy efficient buildings. Applyi… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
  
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