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• Vancouver cops cleared in traffic stop case where passenger broke sternum

  01-05-2019 23:58
  
  “It was the actions of the driver, encouraged by the car’s occupants, which caused the collision, not the actions of the police."
  
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• Want a rug designed by Virgil Abloh? You'll have to get in line

  01-05-2019 23:53 via vancouversun.com
  It's no secret that designer collaborations have proven to be a big success in retail — no matter the category. Supreme and Louis Vuitton, Alexander Wang and Uniqlo, Erdem and H&M, JW Anderson and Converse ... the list goes on (and on!). Read More
  
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• Ex-B.C. casino worker blows whistle on timeline of alleged money laundering

  01-05-2019 23:49 via globalnews.ca
  The former supervisor of a Vancouver-area casino has given Global News exclusive insight into how organized crime may have entered British Columbia. As Sam Cooper explains, Muriel LaBine says she kept journals after her concerns about criminal activity were not properly addressed by management.
  
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• Ed Willes: Original Botch did it his way; with his voice, passion gone I’m broken

  01-05-2019 23:43 via theprovince.com
  Botch had been on the beat for just a couple of years when we talked that night in Ottawa at the 2008 NHL Entry Draft — talked about the events of that day, talked about our business, talked about a lot of things. Read More
  
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• Where to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Metro Vancouver

  01-05-2019 23:32
  
  Have a look at some of the best ways to enjoy the festivities in our Lower Mainland round-up...
  
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• BMO Vancouver Marathon: Road closures in effect this Sunday

  01-05-2019 23:22
  
  Here's the road closure you need to know for Sunday...
  
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• 30 beautiful shots of Vancouver's cherry blossoms in full bloom (PHOTOS) - Daily Hive

  01-05-2019 23:17 via dailyhive.com
  30 beautiful shots of Vancouver's cherry blossoms in full bloom (PHOTOS)  Daily HiveTo celebrate the annual coming and going of Vancouver's gorgeous cherry blossoms, here are some of the best photos from this year's bloom.
  
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• Sex assault, harassment probe finds B.C. casino didn’t try to suppress reports but has room to improve

  01-05-2019 23:09 via globalnews.ca
  The province launched an investigation in 2017 after reports surfaced of incidents in the River Rock Casino's VIP rooms.
  
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• Brush fire quickly doused after controlled burn flares on Sunshine Coast

  01-05-2019 22:50 via vancouversun.com
  HALFMOON BAY — Just hours before watering restrictions were imposed in many communities across B.C., a controlled burn flared up on the Sunshine Coast. Read More
  
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• Metro Vancouver watering restrictions are now in effect

  01-05-2019 22:49 via vancouversun.com
  As April showers give way to May flowers, Metro Vancouver is urging residents to mind their water use when they mind their lawns and gardens. Read More
  
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• Famous Taiwanese large fried chicken spot opening first Metro Vancouver location this week - Vancouver Is Awesome

  01-05-2019 22:45 via vancouverisawesome.com
  Famous Taiwanese large fried chicken spot opening first Metro Vancouver location this week  Vancouver Is AwesomeHot Star, a world-famous Taiwanese fried chicken restaurant, is finally opening its doors this week in Metro Vancouver, offering cutlets as big as your head.
  
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• Okanagan man charged with attempted murder after injured senior found in back country

  01-05-2019 22:34 via globalnews.ca
  Police said the West Kelowna senior was badly beaten but continues to recover from her injuries and remains in "very good spirits."
  
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• Man’s fine reduced to $500,000 for starting wildfire near Cache Creek

  01-05-2019 22:26 via vancouversun.com
  CACHE CREEK — A Cache Creek man has been ordered to pay $500,000 for starting a wildfire in 2012. Read More
  
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• ‘Just kill me’: Week 3 of Oak Bay double-murder trial hears disturbing new testimony

  01-05-2019 22:18 via globalnews.ca
  This story contains details that some readers may find disturbing
  
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• BMO Vancouver Marathon: All the road closures in effect this Sunday - Vancouver Is Awesome

  01-05-2019 22:11 via vancouverisawesome.com
  BMO Vancouver Marathon: All the road closures in effect this Sunday  Vancouver Is AwesomeThe BMO Vancouver Marathon takes place on Sunday, May 5 and brings runners from over 65 countries together in an energized race to the finish line.
  
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• East Hastings development could replace former Yolks and Brave Bull building

  01-05-2019 22:10
  
  Three-building, 207-unit, condo/social housing project proposed for stretch of East Hastings by Clark Drive.
  
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• Real estate employment, licensees buck market trends

  01-05-2019 21:56
  
  Real estate jobs have yet to follow sales activity decline
  
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• Metro Vancouver watering restrictions are now in effect - Vancouver Sun

  01-05-2019 21:45 via vancouversun.com
  Metro Vancouver watering restrictions are now in effect  Vancouver SunAs April showers give way to May flowers, Metro Vancouver is urging residents to mind their water use when they mind lawns and gardens.
  
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• Instagram to remove likes from photos and videos this week

  01-05-2019 21:31
  
  While social media influencers across Canada rely on the number of likes they receive on Instagram posts, they might not be able to for much longer
  
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• North Surrey ground zero for aerial spray to rid invasive gypsy moths

  01-05-2019 21:01 via globalnews.ca
  The first aerial-spraying for invasive gypsy moths of the year begins Wednesday in the Fraser Heights area of Surrey.
  
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• Tech Talk: Give your streaming music an upgrade

  01-05-2019 21:00 via globalnews.ca
  Streaming your sound system through Alexa is now possible with the Amazon Echo Link and Echo Link Amp. Mike Agerbo of Get Connected Media shows us how they work.
  
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• Check out this hilarious parody of court decision on backing out of Vancouver home purchase

  01-05-2019 20:54
  
  The Beaverton strikes again, this time taking down Vancouver real estate and a recent Court of Appeal ruling
  
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• Check out this hilarious parody of court decision on backing out of home purchase

  01-05-2019 20:54
  
  The Beaverton strikes again, this time taking down Vancouver real estate and a recent Court of Appeal ruling
  
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• Mayan food, a respectful modernization

  01-05-2019 20:53 via vancouversun.com
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• Dress for Success Vancouver celebrates 20 years of helping women

  01-05-2019 20:53 via globalnews.ca
  For two decades, Dress for Success Vancouver has provided support for women entering the workforce. As the organization marks this major milestone, its new Executive Director speaks to how they will help more women achieve their career goals.
  
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• 20 awesome Vancouver food events to check out this May - Vancouver Is Awesome

  01-05-2019 20:52 via vancouverisawesome.com
  20 awesome Vancouver food events to check out this May  Vancouver Is AwesomeIf you like to make food and drink the focal point of fun, we've got 20 (and counting!) delicious food events happening in and around Vancouver this May.
  
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• Gas fight heads to courts as B.C. challenges Alberta's turn off the taps legislation

  01-05-2019 20:51 via vancouversun.com
  B.C. has filed a legal challenge in an Alberta court to that province's newly enacted "turn off the taps" legislation, according to an official in Premier John Horgan's office. Read More
  
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• Style Q&A: Montreal business bets on tights

  01-05-2019 20:48 via vancouversun.com
  Tights aren't always the easiest item to shop for. Read More
  
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• What a load of crap: Metro Vancouver's mascots are urine and feces - Straight.com

  01-05-2019 20:40 via straight.com
  What a load of crap: Metro Vancouver's mascots are urine and feces  Straight.comProving once again that Vancouver is one of the leading and most effective producers of crap, Metro Vancouver has launched a campaign that really stinks to ...
  
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• Drink this: Over Them Mountains by Beere Brewing

  01-05-2019 20:40
  
  Back in the day (like, eight years ago), IPAs pretty much only came in one shade. They were like divorced rabbits: hoppy and bitter, and that was about it.
  
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• Meet Metro Vancouver’s two new mascots: Pee and Poo

  01-05-2019 20:35
  
  While they might look more like they belong on an episode of South Park, Metro Vancouver proudly chose Pee and Poo as it’s two new mascots
  
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• Swedish singing sensation Léon isn't tired of talking about music, touring and ABBA

  01-05-2019 20:27 via vancouversun.com
  When: May 7 Read More
  
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• HUNCH Fest for those who go it alone

  01-05-2019 20:17 via vancouversun.com
  HUNCH Festival of Solo Performances Read More
  
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• Book review: People Among the People: The Public Art of Susan Point

  01-05-2019 20:16 via vancouversun.com
  People Among the People: The Public Art of Susan Point Read More
  
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• Open House: Style friendly pet furniture

  01-05-2019 20:08 via globalnews.ca
  Having a pet doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice when it comes to home décor and design. Fiona Forbes talks to Nancy Jelenic of Barking Babies about the latest trends when it comes to stylish and functional pet furniture.
  
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• Metro Vancouver living wage dips for first time in 11 years: CCPA - Global News

  01-05-2019 20:06 via globalnews.ca
  Metro Vancouver living wage dips for first time in 11 years: CCPA  Global NewsThe Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives says the 2019 living wage for the region is $19.50, down $1.41 from last year, largely due to new provincial funding ...
  
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• Metro Vancouver living wage dips for first time in 11 years: CCPA

  01-05-2019 20:06 via globalnews.ca
  The Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives says the 2019 living wage for the region is $19.50, down $1.41 from last year, largely due to new provincial funding for childcare.
  
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• Well-known Vancouver sportswriter Jason Botchford dead at 48

  01-05-2019 20:04 via globalnews.ca
  Following the news, local fans and members of the media took to social media to give their condolences.
  
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• Wine Guy: Cider keeps blooming

  01-05-2019 20:00 via theprovince.com
  It’s been a while since I wrote about cider, but this is certainly not for lack of availability — just so many columns, such little time! Read More
  
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• B.C. government files court action to stop Alberta from using ‘turn off the taps’ legislation

  01-05-2019 19:51 via globalnews.ca
  The B.C. Government has acted swiftly in challenging Alberta's Bill 12.
  
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• ‘That is not the way to use the bill’: Alberta opposition leader on Kenney proclaiming Bill 12 into law

  01-05-2019 19:50 via globalnews.ca
  Alberta NDP Leader Rachel Notley worried the proclamation of Bill 12 will ultimately render it useless.
  
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• 13 celebrities you can spot in Vancouver in May - Daily Hive

  01-05-2019 19:23 via dailyhive.com
  13 celebrities you can spot in Vancouver in May  Daily HiveHere are 13 celebrities to try and spot in Vancouver this month including Will Ferrell and Jesse Metcalfe. Keep your eyes open around town!
  
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• Our Lady Peace, Bif Naked headline Canada Day in Surrey

  01-05-2019 19:22 via vancouversun.com
  Surrey's Canada Day celebration will get rock-and-roll jolt from a pair of Canadian acts. Read More
  
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• ART SEEN: Janet Nungnik's wall hangings evoke deeply felt memories of Inuit life

  01-05-2019 19:22 via vancouversun.com
  Janet Nungnik’s wall hangings are brightly coloured, richly textured and exuberantly evocative. They don't follow traditional Western ideas of perspective and scale. Instead, they create emotional landscapes populated with Inuit figures and objects. They're wonderful works. Read More
  
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• 10 movies and TV shows filming in Vancouver this May - Daily Hive

  01-05-2019 19:19 via dailyhive.com
  10 movies and TV shows filming in Vancouver this May  Daily HiveFrom big stars to new show stoppers, here are 10 TV shows and movies - and the celebrities involved in them - filming in Vancouver this month.
  
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• Work stopped on Okanagan Falls cannabis facility

  01-05-2019 19:17 via globalnews.ca
  Cannabis company Sunniva says it has "suspended" all development plans for its Okanagan Falls location.
  
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• Vancouver’s Sproutly partners with Moosehead to produce cannabis drinks

  01-05-2019 19:15
  
  Vancouver-based licensed cannabis producer Sproutly Canada Inc. has partnered with New Brunswick brewer Moosehead Breweries Ltd. to create a joint venture that will produce cannabis-infused drinks.
  
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• Edible entrepreneurs hungry for piece of the pot pie as Cannabis 2.0 nears

  01-05-2019 19:08
  
  By October, cannabis edibles, drinks and concentrates are set to become part of the second wave of legalization — known in the industry as “Cannabis 2.0"
  
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• Jonas Brothers announce North American tour, including 2 Canadian dates

  01-05-2019 19:05 via globalnews.ca
  The Happiness Begins tour brings the Jonas Brothers back to Canada for the first time in more than six years.
  
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• Vancouver hockey writer and broadcaster Jason Botchford dead at 48 - Sportsnet.ca

  01-05-2019 19:04 via sportsnet.ca
  Vancouver hockey writer and broadcaster Jason Botchford dead at 48  Sportsnet.caJason Botchford, a popular hockey writer covering the Vancouver Canucks, has died of apparent heart failure, according to his family. Botchford was 48.
  
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