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Vancouver's wet year offers no relief elsewhere in B.C. as drought persists

Vancouver's wet year offers no relief elsewhere in B.C. as drought persists

VANCOUVER — Vancouver lived up to its soggy reputation in 2024, the city's wettest year so far this century, but an Environment Canada meteorologist says that a "multi-year" drought persists in other parts of British Columbia.
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Driver who tried to stop suspected impaired motorist busted for intoxication

Driver who tried to stop suspected impaired motorist busted for intoxication

The 50-year-old received a 90-day driving prohibition and had their vehicle impounded for 30 days after failing a roadside test.
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Canines seek forever homes in qathet region

Canines seek forever homes in qathet region

BC SPCA-Powell River has a few dogs up for adoption, plus a few new cats
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Person killed after being struck by train in Chilliwack, B.C.

Person killed after being struck by train in Chilliwack, B.C.

CHILLIWACK, B.C. — Mounties in Chilliwack, B.C., say a person was struck and killed by a train near an overpass in the city early this morning.
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Pedestrian struck in fatal collision on highway near Nanoose Bay

Pedestrian struck in fatal collision on highway near Nanoose Bay

The pedestrian was struck in the southbound lanes of Highway 19 at Northwest Bay Road just after 7 a.m.
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Woman dies after two-vehicle crash on Sooke Road: RCMP

Woman dies after two-vehicle crash on Sooke Road: RCMP

Police say the woman’s vehicle collided with an eastbound truck at a sharp bend in the road.
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Victoria airport's short-term parking fee to double

Victoria airport's short-term parking fee to double

Short-term parking rate at YYJ will be $4 for two hours starting March 1. Rates for long-term parking will remain the same.
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Royal B.C. Museum opens exhibits with by-donation admission

Royal B.C. Museum opens exhibits with by-donation admission

The museum’s Community Days runs Jan. 6 to 12, 2025
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Changes now in effect for Westview/Blubber Bay sailings

Changes now in effect for Westview/Blubber Bay sailings

Adjustments made to BC Ferries schedule between Powell River and Texada Island
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Racquet centre closure prompts call from qPA for new fitness hub

Racquet centre closure prompts call from qPA for new fitness hub

qathet Pickleball Association members urge city to act fast and approve new facility
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