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• Prehistoric bison among big finds of B.C. Hydro's Site C heritage preservation plan

  03-02-2019 23:56 via vancouversun.com
  A construction crew digging a utility trench in the fall of 2016 unearthed the 12,500-year-old remains of a prehistoric bison, one of more significant archeological finds in the construction zone of B.C. Hydro’s Site C dam.
  “This is one of the oldest bison ever found in northeastern B.C. and its discovery forms an important part of the region’s and our province’s paleontological history,” said Hydro spokeswoman Tanya Fish in an email exchange.
  It is one of hundreds
  
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• Five things to know about the Jamie Bacon trial - Vancouver Sun

  03-02-2019 23:43 via vancouversun.com
  Five things to know about the Jamie Bacon trial  Vancouver Suns charged with counselling an associate to murder another associate between Nov. 30, 2008, and Jan. 2, 2009.
  
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• Five things to know about the Jamie Bacon trial

  03-02-2019 23:43 via vancouversun.com
  A trial begins in B.C. Supreme Court on Monday for Jamie Bacon, a former Abbotsford resident, who is charged with counselling an associate to murder another associate between Nov. 30, 2008, and Jan. 2, 2009. The man survived the alleged murder plot. There are several sweeping publication bans in place for the jury trial, which is scheduled to run for 10 weeks.
  1. Former Abbotsford resident James Kyle Bacon is charged with one count of counselling someone to commit a murder.
  2. Bacon, who was bor
  
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• Dog stolen from Kelowna couple in Vancouver found safe and sound - KelownaNow

  03-02-2019 23:24 via kelownanow.com
  Dog stolen from Kelowna couple in Vancouver found safe and sound  KelownaNowThe search party has been cancelled after a Kelowna's couple's dog went missing in Vancouver. A Good Samaritan has aided in the return of the couple's dog, ...
  
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• With no end in sight for Hwy. 97 closure near Summerland, alternative route announced

  03-02-2019 22:44 via globalnews.ca
  "Drivers using this route can expect up to 90 minutes of additional travel time compared to normal travel time between Summerland and Peachland on Highway 97."
  
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• New detour possible with no end in sight for Hwy. 97 closure in B.C.

  03-02-2019 22:44 via globalnews.ca
  B.C. transportation officials said midday Sunday that if the closure is extended, they will put a forest service road detour in place for light vehicles.
  
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• TransLink puts snow plan into motion across Metro Vancouver on Sunday

  03-02-2019 22:39 via vancouversun.com
  A special weather statement calling for snow and frosty road conditions is in effect on Sunday afternoon and TransLink is prepared.
  According to a service noticed issues Sunday morning, TransLink is seeing some impacts to service on the North Shore.
  The 257 Horseshoe Bay/Vancouver Express is seeing some delays but TransLink has swapped its articulated buses to standard 40-foot buses for better traction along the North Shore roadways.
  Roads leading to Grouse Mountain are also seeing worsening con
  
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• Ace animal sleuth combines love of pets and detective work to track down missing four-legged friends

  03-02-2019 22:32 via vancouversun.com
  Trudging through the snow on the side of a mountain with his night-vision goggles strapped on tight, Al MacLellan is alert not only for the lost pups he’s searching for, but for bears, cougars and coyotes that might become too curious.
  “Once I had a cougar wander into one of my traps,” MacLellan, a Surrey-based pet detective, said. “I was searching for a German shepherd called Merle that had been missing for about three months.”
  Al MacLellan (left) and Grace Chen of
  
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• Here we snow: Metro Vancouver faces first snowfall of the season

  03-02-2019 22:26 via globalnews.ca
  The region remains under an Environment Canada special weather statement, with between one and five centimetres of snowfall possible.
  
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• Unist’ot’en camp residents focus on life on the land, not protests

  03-02-2019 22:15 via vancouversun.com
  HOUSTON, B.C. — Staring into a fire outside a sweat lodge at the Unist’ot’en camp, Johnny Morris passes a ball of snow between his hands until it melts.
  The 31-year-old Wet’suwet’en man said he’s almost three months sober for the first time in years and he attributes it to his time spent on the land focusing on daily activities like trapping and ceremonial sweats.
  Johnny Morris, of the Wet’suwet’en First Nation, sits by a fire at the Unist’ot
  
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• Super Bowl 2019: Watch this year's ads right here

  03-02-2019 22:06 via vancouversun.com
  Not into the Super Bowl? Well, how about Super Bowl ads?
  The big game itself kicks off on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2019 at 3:30 p.m. PT, with the Los Angeles Rams and the New England Patriots battling it out at Mercedez Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Ga.
  But even if you aren’t into football, there’s sure to be talk of star-studded commercials and viral moments around the water cooler tomorrow. It’s estimated that the average 30-second Super Bowl ad costs about $5.25 million USD in 2019,
  
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• Rookie gets first WHL goal as Rockets beat Blazers in OT

  03-02-2019 21:44 via globalnews.ca
  It was an exciting night for Rockets rookie, 15-year-old Trevor Wong, who scored the team's regulation goal on a power play.
  
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• Recipe: Valentine’s Day chocolate heart truffles

  03-02-2019 21:30 via globalnews.ca
  Need a sweet treat for Valentine's day and want to add a personal touch?
  
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• Brtitish Columbians use enough extra power on Super Bowl Sunday to cook 2.4 million pizzas

  03-02-2019 21:03 via globalnews.ca
  BC Hydro says pre-game snack preparation drives B.C. power usage up by about eight per cent every Super Bowl Sunday.
  
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• Del Bianco, Dickson help Roughnecks rally against their hometown Warriors

  03-02-2019 20:36 via theprovince.com
  The Vancouver Warriors scored three goals in the first five minutes Saturday night. They had two more in the final 55.
  Coquitlam product Christian Del Bianco stopped 35 shots in the Calgary Roughnecks net, helping his side to an 8-5 come-from-behind win over the Warriors before a crowd of 10.817 at the Saddledome.
  Calgary Roughnecks forward Rhys Duch celebrates his goal on battles Vancouver Warriors goalie Eric Penney in NLL action at the Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary on Saturday.
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• Roman reigns, scoring pair in Giants victory over Prince George

  03-02-2019 20:23 via theprovince.com
  The Vancouver Giants got off to the desired start in this stretch of four games in nine days versus the Prince George Cougars.
  Milos Roman scored twice, Dylan Plouffe had one goal and two assists, and Justin Sourdif tallied the winner early in the third period as Vancouver secured a 4-2 triumph over the Cougars on Saturday at the Langley Events Centre before a crowd of 4,042.
  Vancouver Giants captain Jared Dmytriw is knocked off his feet by the goalie stick of Prince George Cougars netminder Isa
  
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• Five reasons to check out the Snowed In Comedy Tour

  03-02-2019 20:00 via vancouversun.com
  Pete Zedlacher is one of four comics performing with the Snowed In Comedy Tour at the Rio Theatre Feb. 9.
  The Snowed In Comedy Tour
  When: Feb. 9 at 8 p.m.
  Where: Rio Theatre
  Tickets: $40 at brownpapertickets.com1. Winter sports. This is the 10th consecutive year of the Snowed In Comedy Tour, which was created by Dan Quinn. The Vancouver comic wanted to tour snowboarding hot spots from coast-to-coast. This year’s tour hit 65 cities with a rotating cast of Canadian comedians.
  2. Dan Quinn. W
  
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• Bumping Mics star Dave Attell brings classic standup to JFL Northwest

  03-02-2019 20:00 via vancouversun.com
  JFL Northwest
  When: Feb. 14-24
  Where: Various venues
  Tickets and Info: jflnorthwest.comAmerican comic Dave Attell may be a little out of his comfort zone when he first steps out onto the Vogue Theatre stage for a JFL Northwest comedy festival show on Feb. 14.
  “I’m not really a theatre comic. It is a little bit different and interesting for me because I’m a club comic,” said Attell from New York City recently.
  Dave Attell in his Netflix show Bumping Mics with Jeff Ross. At
  
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• Cooking 101: Noodles

  03-02-2019 19:54 via globalnews.ca
  Caren McSherry, from Gourmet Warehouse, shares a masterclass in how to cook with noodles.
  
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• Winter Weather Preparation

  03-02-2019 19:47 via globalnews.ca
  Jennifer Palma is joined by Erin Hoess, City of Vancouver Street Operation Manager, to explain what the city is doing to prepare for the snow warning.
  
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• Snowfall warning issued for parts of Vancouver Island - CHEK

  03-02-2019 19:46 via cheknews.ca
  Snowfall warning issued for parts of Vancouver Island  CHEKAs temperatures continue to dip, Environment Canada has issued a snowfall warning for parts of Vancouver Island.
  
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• CandyGram Campaign 2019

  03-02-2019 19:38 via globalnews.ca
  Jennifer Palma is joined by Lisa Martella, executive director of ‘A Loving Spoonful’, with information on how to get involved in this year’s CandyGram campaign.
  
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• In pictures: Vernon kicks off a pirate themed Winter Carnival

  03-02-2019 19:26 via globalnews.ca
  This year many of the floats that wound their way through the streets of Vernon were done up like pirate ships to celebrate the pirate carnival theme.
  
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• Police provide update on arrest of fugitive Daon Glasgow

  03-02-2019 19:07 via globalnews.ca
  Officer in Charge of the Surrey RCMP Asst. Commissioner Dwayne MacDonald shares details of the arrest of Daon Glasgow. Glasgow is accused of shooting a transit police officer on Wednesday.
  
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• Police warn Okanagan drivers to use approved detour as Highway 97 remains closed

  03-02-2019 18:18 via globalnews.ca
  On Sunday morning, Highway 97 had been closed in both directions, just north of Summerland, for more than 24 hours.
  
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• Vancouver weather: Don't forget to defrost your windshield

  03-02-2019 18:17 via vancouversun.com
  VANCOUVER, B.C.: Feb. 3, 2019 – Sunday’s weather will see some snow over the eastern sections of Metro Vancouver, while the southern section can expect wind.
  Temperatures will be dropping to minus 1 this afternoon so be sure you’re bundled up. Some wind chill values will also drop to almost minus 20 in places including Whistler and the Fraser Valley, while snowfall warnings are in place for the Fraser Valley.
  There’s also a special weather statement in effect for most of
  
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• Vancouver weather: Don't forget to defrost your windshield - Vancouver Sun

  03-02-2019 18:11 via vancouversun.com
  Vancouver weather: Don't forget to defrost your windshield  Vancouver SunSunday's weather will see some snow over the eastern sections of Metro Vancouver, while the southern section can expect wind.
  
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• Manhunt for Surrey shooting suspect Daon Glasgow ends in Burnaby

  03-02-2019 18:01 via globalnews.ca
  The man accused of shooting a Vancouver transit police officer in Surrey last Wednesday has been found. Grace Ke has more from the home where Daon Glasgow was arrested.
  
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• Surrey SkyTrain shooting: Suspect arrested in Burnaby

  03-02-2019 17:43 via vancouversun.com
  A man sought by police for the shooting of a Transit Police officer at the Scott Road SkyTrain station Wednesday has been arrested.
  On Sunday morning, Surrey RCMP said shooting suspect Daon Glasgow is in custody.
  Daon Gordon Glasgow, the man arrested in connection with Wednesday’s shooting of a Metro Vancouver Transit Police officer at the Scott Road SkyTrain Station in Surrey.
  “The Surrey RCMP Serious Crimes Unit, with the assistance of the Lower Mainland Emergency Response Team, Lo
  
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• Daon Glasgow, fugitive wanted in Vancouver transit officer shooting, arrested in Burnaby

  03-02-2019 17:40 via globalnews.ca
  Glasgow was arrested Sunday morning at a home on the corner of Boundary and Rundle by Surrey RCMP with the assistance of several other police units.
  
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• This B.C. resort has the largest enclosed grizzly bear refuge in the world

  03-02-2019 16:33
  
  It's home to a grizzly bear named Boo...
  
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• Antoine Roussel, Jake Virtanen lead Canucks to 5-1 win over Avalanche

  03-02-2019 16:07 via globalnews.ca
  Jake Virtanen and Antoine Roussel each had a goal and an assist as the Canucks raced to an early lead and defeated Colorado 5-1 Saturday night.
  
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• WHL Roundup: Saturday, February 2, 2019

  03-02-2019 08:44 via globalnews.ca
  Trey Fix-Wolansky set up the tying goal late in the third period, then scored 30 seconds into overtime as the Edmonton Oil Kings edged the Saskatoon Blades 4-3 on Saturday in Western Hockey League action.
  
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• Canucks Post Game: Green’s great day, Virtanen gets it, Markstrom shows it, Roussel digs it, Boeser buries it

  03-02-2019 08:35 via theprovince.com
  DENVER — Points to ponder after a nine-day break produced no rust, the mile-high altitude produced no fatigue and one of the league’s best lines couldn’t produce anything as the Canucks claimed a convincing 5-1 triumph over the slumping Avalanche on Saturday to open a four-game road trip:
  Green Day: Nothing but plaudits from bench boss
  There’s usually something, even in a one-sided victory, that can concern any coach.
  Play with the puck, play without it, special teams, pe
  
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• Man in serious condition after shooting in Burnaby

  03-02-2019 08:15 via theprovince.com
  A 39-year-old man is in serious condition after a shooting in Burnaby.
  Burnaby RCMP were on the scene of the “confirmed shooting” near the corner of Smith Avenue and Price Street, said Staff Sgt. Ken Moe in a release.
  The victim was taken to hospital and the area was cordoned off late Saturday night.
  “The initial investigation indicates that this is a targeted shooting and the general public is not at risk,” said Moe.He said police are looking for a beige-coloured sedan t
  
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• Man seriously injured after targeted shooting in Burnaby

  03-02-2019 07:55 via globalnews.ca
  Investigators were on the scene of a targeted shooting in Burnaby last night that sent a 39-year-old man to hospital with serious injuries.
  
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• Man in serious condition after targeted shooting in Burnaby

  03-02-2019 07:55 via globalnews.ca
  Investigators on the scene of a non-fatal shooting in Burnaby Saturday evening in the area of Smith Avenue and Price Street.
  
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• Canucks 5, Avalanche 1: Rest trumps rust in convincing victory to open trip

  03-02-2019 07:03 via theprovince.com
  DENVER — Rest versus rust.
  It was the obvious storyline after a nine-day break in which some of the Vancouver Canucks went to Mexico, some went back home and some stayed put. A slow and sloppy start to open a four-game road trip was expected. Scoring on their first shot and two goals on their first four against the Colorado Avalanche wasn’t.
  The Canucks looked fresh and fast out of the gate. Jake Virtanen’s dash to the net to open scoring and Brock Boeser’s no-hesita
  
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• Canucks 5, Avalanche 1: Rest trumps rust in convincing victory to open trip - The Province

  03-02-2019 06:55 via theprovince.com
  Canucks 5, Avalanche 1: Rest trumps rust in convincing victory to open trip  The ProvinceDENVER — Rest versus rust.It was the obvious storyline after a nine-day break in which some of the Vancouver Canucks went to Mexico, some went back home ...
  
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• Police bust suspected illegal gambling operation at Vancouver home - CityNews Vancouver

  03-02-2019 05:35 via citynews1130.com
  Police bust suspected illegal gambling operation at Vancouver home  CityNews VancouverThe Vancouver Police Department and a special task forced have combined to raid a Vancouver residence as part of an investigation on illegal gambling.
  
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• Urgent campaign held to save young man’s life

  03-02-2019 04:03 via globalnews.ca
  Martin Lintag is fighting two rare forms of blood cancer and his chances of finding a match on the registry are low because of his ethnicity. Nadia Stewart has more on how he’s hoping to beat those odds.
  
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• Desperate search underway for stolen dog

  03-02-2019 04:03 via globalnews.ca
  The pet was allegedly snatched after the thief or thieves broke into the owner’s car in the middle of a busy Vancouver neighbourhood. Jill Bennett reports.
  
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• Victim of Friday night’s fatal shooting in Surrey is identified

  03-02-2019 03:59 via globalnews.ca
  The 30-year-old man was well known to police. Bikramjit “Bicky” Khakh was gunned down just blocks away from the main RCMP detachment, and the getaway vehicle was found on fire. Julia Foy reports.
  
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• Multi-million dollar Vancouver home raided for alleged illegal gaming

  03-02-2019 03:59 via globalnews.ca
  A West-side Vancouver home recently assessed at nearly $4 million was raided by B.C.’s Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit Friday night in connection with an illegal gaming investigation.It comes after a similar bust on the same date last year. Kristen Robinson reports.
  
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• $4M Shaughnessy home raided in connection with illegal gambling investigation

  03-02-2019 03:31 via globalnews.ca
  Nearly a year to the day after a raid on an alleged illegal East Vancouver gambling den, police executed a warrant at a West Side home that may be connected.
  
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• ‘A second chance at life’: B.C. man with 2 rare forms of cancer’s desperate hunt for stem cell match

  03-02-2019 03:22 via globalnews.ca
  Martin Lintag is in a desperate battle to survive, fighting two rare forms of blood cancer.
  
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• Kelowna couple heartbroken after thieves break into car, steal dog in East Vancouver

  03-02-2019 03:03 via globalnews.ca
  A Vancouver couple is mounting a desperate search after someone broke into their vehicle to steal their beloved pet Luc.
  
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• Summerland rockslide: Crews prepare to blast with dynamite

  03-02-2019 02:50 via globalnews.ca
  A rockslide has closed part of Highway 97 in the Okanagan. The closure is near Summerland.
  
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• Vancouver woman fights strata to keep emotional support dog - Vancouver Sun

  03-02-2019 02:20 via vancouversun.com
  Vancouver woman fights strata to keep emotional support dog  Vancouver SunShould B.C. certify emotional support animals? Stephanie Kallstrom believes there should be a system to distinguish legitimate support animals from guide dogs ...
  
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• Vancouver woman fights strata to keep emotional support dog

  03-02-2019 02:19 via vancouversun.com
  A few months after adopting a border collie mix, Stephanie Kallstrom was able to stop using the anti-anxiety medications she had taken since her teens.
  Now, the Vancouver woman is fighting to keep the dog — named Ember — despite her strata’s strict pet policy.
  “She (Ember) changed my life,” Kallstrom said Saturday. “I assumed she’d be accommodated here because she’s been accommodated on airplanes, in hotels and at the hospital.”
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