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• 8 people facing 51 charges in Surrey drug trafficking bust, including 2 teens

  23-05-2019 23:49 via globalnews.ca
  RCMP said the investigation took place between April and August of 2018, with assistance from Surrey's serious crime section and Vancouver police.
  
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• RCMP investigating alleged hit-and-run of Richmond senior

  23-05-2019 23:45 via globalnews.ca
  Police said the suspect vehicle drove off and made no effort to help the seriously injured victim.
  
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• Movie Minute: Aladdin review

  23-05-2019 23:42 via vancouversun.com
  Director and writer Guy Ritchie has brought Aladdin back to the big screen. An early trailer from the movie left viewers feeling underwhelmed and kind of freaked out by Will Smith's blue-skinned genie. But what about our Postmedia movie critic Dana Gee? Did she find any magic in the tentpole offering? Find out in this week's Movie Minute with Gee and Arts & Life editor Aleesha Harris. Read More
  
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• Low snowpack and drought readings raise concern across B.C. and Western Canada

  23-05-2019 23:41 via vancouversun.com
  Drought forecasts from Agriculture Canada show most of British Columbia is abnormally dry or enduring some level of drought, similar to dry conditions that are being experienced across a swath of Western Canada. Read More
  
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• B.C. wildlife dine and dash: Bear surprises homeowner, scarfs down food, then leaves

  23-05-2019 23:35 via globalnews.ca
  A Peachland homeowner says finding a bear in her home was scary, but she can laugh about it now.
  
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• Eight people charged with 51 drug offences following Surrey RCMP investigation

  23-05-2019 23:21 via theprovince.com
  The Surrey RCMP say eight people are facing more than 50 drug charges following a lengthy investigation into a trafficking network linked to the Lower Mainland gang conflict. Read More
  
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• Ed Willes: Rust aside, new Lion Boyko is ready to tackle life after grid wringer

  23-05-2019 23:21 via theprovince.com
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• Premier promises quick action to twin George Massey tunnel

  23-05-2019 23:15 via vancouversun.com
  VICTORIA — Premier John Horgan appears to have accelerated the province's timeline to fix traffic congestion at the George Massey tunnel, vowing Thursday to move quickly with a plan to twin the tunnel instead of building a new bridge. Read More
  
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• Dancing Danceys hope donations help save Robson Square Salsa showcase

  23-05-2019 22:54 via vancouversun.com
  Vancouver summers bring sails on the waters of English Bay, the unmistakable pop of volleyballs on Kits Beach, and the shimmy of Salsa dancers at Robson Square. Read More
  
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• Location revealed for Vancouver's epic LEGO-themed pop-up bar - Daily Hive

  23-05-2019 22:42 via dailyhive.com
  Location revealed for Vancouver's epic LEGO-themed pop-up bar  Daily HiveThis sounds like it's going to be one hell of a party, so be sure to get your tickets and step into the closest thing Vancouver will ever get to LEGO Land.
  
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• Horgan teases twinning of Massey Tunnel, says province could get going ‘quite quickly’

  23-05-2019 22:33 via globalnews.ca
  "I think we can get going on this quite quickly," said the premier, noting that Metro Vancouver mayors had now agreed on twinning the tunnel as a preferred option.
  
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• B.C. adds nearly 600 new campsites in provincial parks and recreation sites

  23-05-2019 22:24 via globalnews.ca
  Metro Vancouver's popular Golden Ears campground is getting 60 new sites alone.
  
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• SkyTrain extension has 85% support in Surrey and Langley, says TransLink survey

  23-05-2019 22:14 via globalnews.ca
  The agency collected the data as the first stage of public engagement on the proposal, which it said attracted a record-breaking 21,267 responses.
  
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• Full Throttle in Florida's Space Coast

  23-05-2019 21:59 via vancouversun.com
  The world had never seen anything like it. Nor had Florida. Read More
  
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• 27 things to do in Vancouver this weekend: May 24 to 26 - Daily Hive

  23-05-2019 21:45 via dailyhive.com
  27 things to do in Vancouver this weekend: May 24 to 26  Daily HiveThe last weekend of May is upon us! Get it going with these 27 Vancouver events happening on Friday, May 24, Saturday, May 25, and Sunday, May 26. Women ...
  
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• You can view the International Space Station from Vancouver without a telescope - Vancouver Is Awesome

  23-05-2019 21:31 via vancouverisawesome.com
  You can view the International Space Station from Vancouver without a telescope  Vancouver Is AwesomeWant to view the International Space Station up close and personal? According to Space.com, it's somewhat of a commitment. Actually, it requires that you are in ...
  
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• Check out this $14.5M rustic-luxury beach house in Tofino (IMAGES)

  23-05-2019 21:18
  
  Five-bedroom home is just steps from Chesterman Beach and has incredible ocean views
  
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• Surrey begins public consultation into new police force

  23-05-2019 21:09 via globalnews.ca
  People living in Surrey will have their say on what the city’s new civic police force will look like. As Neetu Garcha reports this first round of public consultations is raising fresh concerns on how the city plans on paying for the police transition.
  
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• Fake Indigenous art being sold in 75% of Vancouver souvenir shops - Daily Hive

  23-05-2019 21:09 via dailyhive.com
  Fake Indigenous art being sold in 75% of Vancouver souvenir shops  Daily HiveA Discourse investigation found that 75% of tourist stores in Vancouver sell fake Indigenous art. How can you tell if what you're buying is authentic?
  
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• Vancouver councillor wants to reduce cargo truck pollution on Knight Street - Daily Hive

  23-05-2019 21:02 via dailyhive.com
  Vancouver councillor wants to reduce cargo truck pollution on Knight Street  Daily HiveJean Swanson wants City of Vancouver staff to explore ways to reduce truck traffic pollution along the designated arterial routes for cargo trucks.
  
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• Okanagan court case on animal neglect put over for 2 weeks

  23-05-2019 21:01 via globalnews.ca
  A woman and her daughter are facing charges in relation to the seizure of 54 animals from their farm in March.
  
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• Electric buses for Metro Vancouver pilot arrive

  23-05-2019 20:44 via vancouversun.com
  TransLink says the four buses for the battery-electric bus pilot have arrived, and should be ready to go this summer. Read More
  
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• Kelowna city council restores short-term rental ban

  23-05-2019 20:36 via vancouversun.com
  Most owners of secondary suites and carriage homes in Kelowna won’t be able to offer them as short-term rentals after all. Read More
  
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• Expo, Millennium lines to replace 150 SkyTrain cars, add 50 more

  23-05-2019 20:24 via globalnews.ca
  The purchase was made at a joint federal-provincial announcement in Burnaby, where officials provided details on how $1.47 billion in previously pledged funding will be spent.
  
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• Five sent to hospital after minivan set on fire outside Abbotsford home

  23-05-2019 20:23 via theprovince.com
  Five people including a child were treated for smoke inhalation after a vehicle was intentionally set on fire outside their home in Abbotsford early Thursday morning. Read More
  
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• Downtown Vancouver streets closed for firefighter's funeral procession - CBC.ca

  23-05-2019 20:09 via cbc.ca
  Downtown Vancouver streets closed for firefighter's funeral procession  CBC.caVancouver Fire Rescue Services did not provide a name or details about the deceased.
  
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• Dark Poutine explores BC’s grisly past

  23-05-2019 20:08 via globalnews.ca
  The creators of ‘Dark Poutine’ share the latest B.C. based true crime stories covered on their hit podcast.
  
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• Carly Rae Jepsen announces 13-date Canadian tour

  23-05-2019 20:07 via globalnews.ca
  the 'Dedicated' album is now available worldwide.
  
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• This Just In: Bastide Verveine Du Sud eau de toilette, Live Clean Deodorant and Desavery Stellar Daily Serum

  23-05-2019 20:00 via vancouversun.com
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• This massive Vancouver festival features a FREE performance by K-OS! - Vancouver Is Awesome

  23-05-2019 19:50 via vancouverisawesome.com
  This massive Vancouver festival features a FREE performance by K-OS!  Vancouver Is AwesomeThis year's Concord Pacific Dragon Boat Festival features brand new line-up of free concerts showcasing top B.C. musicians.
  
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• Minivan set on fire outside Abbotsford home, police investigating as arson

  23-05-2019 19:39 via globalnews.ca
  Four adults and a child were taken to hospital to be treated for smoke inhalation as a result of the incident.
  
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• Electric buses for Metro Vancouver pilot arrive - Vancouver Sun

  23-05-2019 19:39 via vancouversun.com
  Electric buses for Metro Vancouver pilot arrive  Vancouver SunIf all goes as planned, TransLink will roll out the electric buses for a two-and-a-half year trial, starting sometime this summer.
  
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• Rain alert, risk of flash flooding, issued for B.C.’s Southern Interior

  23-05-2019 19:24 via globalnews.ca
  Environment Canada calling for 10-20 mm through Friday afternoon, with possible thunderstorms dumping 30 mm.
  
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• B.C.: 15 bestselling books for the week of May 18

  23-05-2019 19:21 via vancouversun.com
  1. A Deceptive Devotion: A Lane Winslow Mystery — Iona Whishaw (TouchWood Editions). Read More
  
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• Tony Waiters to be inducted in BC Sports Hall of Fame

  23-05-2019 19:01 via globalnews.ca
  Tony Waiters was the coach of the Vancouver Whitecaps when they won the NASL title 40 years ago. Now he will be inducted into the BC Sports Hall of Fame. Squire Barnes has more.
  
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• Ontario police searching for suspect with possible BC connection after fraud incident reported

  23-05-2019 18:47 via globalnews.ca
  Southern Georgian Bay OPP are searching for a female suspect who may have ties to Langley and Surrey, B.C., after a fraud incident was reported in Penetanguishene, Ont.
  
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• Staying safe on the water this spring and summer

  23-05-2019 18:08 via globalnews.ca
  Ian Pike with The Community Against Preventable Injuries and Breanne Muir of Transport Canada explain the common dangers for recreational boaters and the best ways to keep safe. They also explain the differences between several life jackets and personal flotation devices.
  
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• Nevada court orders former Vancouver man to pay back $21.7M to investors - CBC.ca

  23-05-2019 18:08 via cbc.ca
  Nevada court orders former Vancouver man to pay back $21.7M to investors  CBC.caThe British Columbia Securities Commission (BCSC) says it has won a court decision in Nevada that enforces a $21.7 million order against a man accused of ...
  
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• Road closures in downtown Vancouver for firefighter’s line-of-duty funeral service

  23-05-2019 18:00 via globalnews.ca
  The service says several streets will be closed for the uniformed procession and motorcade honouring Acting Lt. Ronald Renville.
  
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• In The House podcast: Horgan keeps getting hammered over gas prices

  23-05-2019 18:00 via vancouversun.com
  Why aren’t taxes part of an inquiry into skyrocketing gas prices? What’s the latest in the latest standoff between teachers and the provincial government? Mike Smyth and Rob Shaw break down the latest B.C. political news. Read More
  
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• Metro Vancouver transit fares to go up

  23-05-2019 17:55 via vancouversun.com
  Starting on Canada Day, it will be slightly more expensive to travel on public transit in Metro Vancouver, as TransLink seeks to fund its expansion plans. Read More
  
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• Drug addiction: separating myth from reality

  23-05-2019 17:55 via globalnews.ca
  Columbia University Professor and neuroscientist Carl Hart explores the myths and social forces that shape our views on drugs and drug policy.
  
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• B.C. Ferries seeks outside help to cut ship noise for orcas’ sake

  23-05-2019 17:41 via vancouversun.com
  B.C. Ferries is seeking outside help to cut back on underwater noise coming from its ships in order to protect killer whales. Read More
  
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• Traffic Alert: Road closures in Vancouver for firefighter funeral

  23-05-2019 17:29 via vancouversun.com
  Drivers are being advised of road closures this morning in Vancouver for a funeral procession for fallen firefighter Lieutenant Ronald Renville. Read More
  
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• Surrey begins public engagement on proposed new police force

  23-05-2019 17:15 via globalnews.ca
  The City of Surrey has scheduled more than a dozen events, including consultation sessions, pop-up kiosks and survey stations, at various locations through the end of June.
  
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• Concert announcement: Carly Rae Jepsen kicks off Canadian tour in Vancouver - Vancouver Sun

  23-05-2019 17:06 via vancouversun.com
  Concert announcement: Carly Rae Jepsen kicks off Canadian tour in Vancouver  Vancouver SunThe popstar will play a pair of shows, Aug 28-29, at The Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver.
  
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• Concert announcement: Carly Rae Jepsen kicks off Canadian tour in Vancouver

  23-05-2019 17:05 via vancouversun.com
  Popstar Carly Rae Jepsen will kick off a summer Canadian tour with a pair of shows, Aug 28-29, at The Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver. Read More
  
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• Face Equality Day

  23-05-2019 17:03 via globalnews.ca
  The Burn Fund celebrates the first ever global Face Equality Day to increase awareness and decrease stigma towards people with facial differences.
  
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• Burnaby Mountain residents call for their own fire hall, emergency plan at community meeting

  23-05-2019 15:57 via globalnews.ca
  More than 100 residents took their concerns directly to the city's mayor and fire officials at a town hall on Wednesday.
  
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• Metro Vancouver transit fares to go up - Vancouver Sun

  23-05-2019 15:46 via vancouversun.com
  Metro Vancouver transit fares to go up  Vancouver SunStarting on Canada Day, it will be slightly more expensive to travel on public transit in Metro Vancouver, as TransLink seeks to fund its expansion plans. On July ...
  
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