The RCMP stand by allegations a young woman was raped at a 2010 Pitt Meadows rave party, despite the fact sexual assault charges against a young man were stayed by the crown yesterday. The young woman and her father have sat before the media and read brief prepared statements, both saying they are devestated the charges have been … [Read more...]
NovaGold widens fourth-quarter loss
February 22, 2012 By
VANCOUVER - Gold miner NovaGold Resources Inc. (TSX:NG) says both its fourth-quarter and full year 2011 losses widened.The Vancouver-based company said Wednesday it lost $ 38 million, or 16 cent per share, during the fourth quarter of 2011, widening a loss of $ 21.5 million, or 12 cents per share, during the year-earlier period.The loss included … [Read more...]
Former political strategist for the premier to potentially benefit from liquor warehouse privatization
February 22, 2012 By
The BC government's decision to privatize liquor warehousing and distribution could be very lucrative for a former political strategist for the premier, according to a blogger. Bob Mackin says "Progressive Strategies" has been lobbying the government on behalf of "Exel Logistics" to come up with a new liquor distribution system. Mackin … [Read more...]
Former NHL star is asking the judge to throw the book at his former coach and abuser
February 22, 2012 By
Former NHL star Theo Fleury is asking the courts not to show any leniency, as a sentencing hearing gets underway for his former junior coach, and abuser, Graham James. Fleury can't face his abuser in court -- due to a contractual engagement -- so instead, he's releasing his impact statement to the public. His voice cracking, Fleury is asking the … [Read more...]
Union says government made some bad decisions
February 22, 2012 By
The union representing BC Hydro and ICBC workers, the Canadian Office and Professional Employees Union, is shaking it's head after Tuesday's Budget. COPE President David Black says the Government continues to take BC Hydro and ICBC dividends, "In the case of BC Hydro, I think that unfortunately, we have to pay the piper on some bad decisions that … [Read more...]
Greens don’t buy into carbon tax changes
February 22, 2012 By
Despite assurances by BC's Environment Minister, the carbon tax is here to stay and the Provincial Green Party is not sold. Leader Jane Sterk says all the signs point to the BC Liberal Government putting the program on the chopping block, "I would not be at all surprised if they decided to scrap the carbon tax. There is lots of language that … [Read more...]
Accused may seek retribution
February 22, 2012 By
A young man who is off the hook for sex assault charges after Crown Counsel stayed proceedings, may lawyer up to seek damages. Criminal lawyer Tony Sterka says his client Colton McMorris has had his life ruined after Mounties held a high profile press conference, "Saying that there was a gang rape, that is gone. And they said things like, 'Hey, I … [Read more...]
Patullo Bridge subject of Open House
February 22, 2012 By
Translink has started public consultations into the new Pattullo Bridge project. While the first meeting in New Westminster was packed with people, not all of their questions could be answered. The meeting was split between an open forum and small break-away groups. Among the feedback Translink is looking for, according to Sany Zein, its Director … [Read more...]
