April 23, 2024

6 Non-Beach Spring Break Alternatives

Tired of the same ol' tropical getaways? No, we're not either, but this year we're dying to shake up the classic spring break trips. From skiing to zip-lining, you really won't miss the beach (or the crowds). Fodor's Travel News … [Read more...]

Increased break and enter cases has Burnaby RCMP warning locals

Burnaby RCMP has formed a task force to crack down on those responsible for a spike in break and enters over the last couple of months. Staff Sergeant Andy LeClair say the suspects have been door knocking, asking if you have a suite to rent or want your gutters cleaned. He warns people not to ignore them: "They don't have to open the door, but they … [Read more...]

Abbotsford police looking for man after break and enter, crash and car jacking

The search is on for a car-jacking suspect who managed to evade police in Abbotsford Friday night. Abbotsford Police say they were called to a home in a rural area of Nicholson Road just after 5pm. When they arrived, a man fled in a pickup truck stolen from Burnaby, striking a police vehicle at the end of the driveway. When officers laid down a … [Read more...]

“Skyfall,” “Twilight” Break More Records

Not only did "Skyfall" reclaim the top spot at the domestic box office this past weekend with $ 11 million, the latest James Bond film has smashed a new record. After nearly a month-and-a-half release in global markets, "Skyfall" has now taken in $ 918 million worldwide. That makes it the highest-grossing film ever released by Sony Pictures, … [Read more...]

Generic drug price break coming soon

Starting in April the province is making changes so you will pay less for generic medication. Health Minister Margaret McDiarmid days new drug price regulation will drop the cost of geric drugs from 25% of brand name drug price in 2013 to 20% in 2014. McDiarmid uses the drug Lipitor as an example of the savings.   "The current cost of the … [Read more...]

BCGEU talks break down

Talks between the BC Government and Service Employees' Union and the provincial government have come to a halt.The BCGEU, representing 25,000 government workers, says it has asked the mediator in negotiations to book out.In a release, the union writes that two days of mediation this week have failed to produce meaningful progress.President Darryl … [Read more...]

Possible break in health care dispute

  There may be a break in a three-way dispute involving the provincial government, the BC Medical Association, and the BC Anesthesiologists' Society. The government says the society has decided not to withdraw its services as part of a contract dispute. Instead, they will discuss those issues as part of the ongoing contract talks to renew the … [Read more...]

03/22/2012 – Spring Break Day Camps

Looking for something fun and educational for your kids to do during spring break?  Why not register them for Pear Tree Education's spring break day camps. Pear Tree is offering half-day and full-day camps for kids aged 6-13. Courses are led by highly-qualified school teachers, so your kids will have a safe, exciting and memorable spring … [Read more...]

03/21/2012 – Spring Break Day Camps

Looking for something fun and educational for your kids to do during spring break?  Why not register them for Pear Tree Education's spring break day camps. Pear Tree is offering half-day and full-day camps for kids aged 6-13. Courses are led by highly-qualified school teachers, so your kids will have a safe, exciting and memorable spring … [Read more...]

03/20/2012 – Spring Break Day Camps

Looking for something fun and educational for your kids to do during spring break?  Why not register them for Pear Tree Education's spring break day camps. Pear Tree is offering half-day and full-day camps for kids aged 6-13. Courses are led by highly-qualified school teachers, so your kids will have a safe, exciting and memorable spring … [Read more...]