April 30, 2024

Rioter may have punishment reduced

The first Stanley Cup rioter to avoid jail time may have part of his sentence reduced. Robert Snelgrove was handed a conditional sentence earlier this week after pleading guilty to taking part in last year's riot. He must still spend more than five months under house arrest, but his community service order of 150 hours may eventually be reduced to … [Read more...]

Some Burnaby teachers may face punishment

  Education Minister George Abbott is taking issue with a union notice sent to teachers in Burnaby that warns of possible punishment if they take part in extra-curricular activities. The email from the Burnaby Teachers Association executive committee says that the BCTF members' guide allows for sanctions against members "who act in opposition … [Read more...]