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July likely Earth's hottest month in 120,000 years, analysis says

July likely Earth's hottest month in 120,000 years, analysis says

July shatters Earth's previous record for the hottest month in recorded history, according to a recent analysis.
Child-care costs in B.C. well above national average in 2022

Child-care costs in B.C. well above national average in 2022

In 2022, B.C. parents paid around $802 per month for full-time child care for each kid under five.
The ‘heritage’ and ‘legacy’ of Squamish Days Loggers Sports Festival

The ‘heritage’ and ‘legacy’ of Squamish Days Loggers Sports Festival

Long-time volunteers, Dale Addis and Serena Karwatski, share what the festival means to them, in celebration of the 300-plus volunteers that put on the show.
What you should know about B.C.'s wildfire rank system

What you should know about B.C.'s wildfire rank system

The six-step fire-ranking system provides firefighters a clear framework for assessing fire behaviour and deploying safe firefighting tactics.
Whistler Blackcomb’s new COO offers midseason update to mayor and council

Whistler Blackcomb’s new COO offers midseason update to mayor and council

Belinda Trembath discusses summer business, lift upgrade plans, and that pesky parking agreement
Opinion: How Canada's first national cycling map will benefit both riders and public planners

Opinion: How Canada's first national cycling map will benefit both riders and public planners

Cycling in Canada has been experiencing a great boom in recent years. Yet, there was no consistent and complete way to measure cycling infrastructure, until now.
Death of man found in Oak Bay bushes 'suspicious': police

Death of man found in Oak Bay bushes 'suspicious': police

The incident is believed to be isolated and there is no perceived risk to the public, police say.
Shoe with suspected human remains inside found on Victoria beach

Shoe with suspected human remains inside found on Victoria beach

Authorities say a foot encased in a shoe is sometimes the only thing left when a body is in the water and decomposes over lengthy periods.
B.C. woman given suspended sentence for coughing in grocery clerk's face during pandemic

B.C. woman given suspended sentence for coughing in grocery clerk's face during pandemic

"It was the height of selfishness and self-entitlement," the judge said.
Coastal Celebration set to return to Swartz Bay-Tsawwassen route Friday

Coastal Celebration set to return to Swartz Bay-Tsawwassen route Friday

Since the vessel was taken out of service last week for repairs, many passengers travelling between the Island and Lower Mainland have faced long waits.
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