An independent B.C. MLA has refused to return to the BC Liberal party, despite a call from the premier herself. John Slater, MLA for Boundary-Similkameen, says Christy Clark called him this week, asking if he would rejoin the caucus and support her government's budget, to be tabled on Tuesday. "I said, well, you know, I'm really reluctant because I … [Read more...]
Richmond plane crash survivor thanks rescuers
October 27, 2012 by
Carolyn Cross says it's a miracle she and the other passengers are still here. She suffered a bash to the head; knee, hip and back injuries; and her teeth still need to be fixed. A year ago today, a small plane tried to return to YVR from a flight to Kelowna, but crashed landed just short of the runway, in the middle of a busy road. Cross often … [Read more...]
Provincial fire crews contract extended thanks to dry weather
September 23, 2012 by
It may be fall, but higher than normal temperatures mean the fire danger rating remains high for much of the province. Provincial Fire Information Officer Michaela Swan says even though it's not unheard of to have a fire season extend this late into the year, the province isn't taking any chances. "We actually have extra air tankers online, as well … [Read more...]
Custom themes arrive in Gmail, your mood thanks you for caring (video)
July 5, 2012 by
Themes are nothing new for avid Gmail users -- after all, they've been around in some form or fashion since 2008. But starting today, Google's adding a personal twist. You know, personalization. We're told that a new Custom Themes section will be hitting inboxes the world over during "the next couple of days," with Light and Dark options there for … [Read more...]
Pilot’s family thanks Good Samaritans
October 30, 2011 by
The family of a pilot who was killed in a fiery crash after his small plane slammed into a road near Vancouver’s airport is thanking the Good Samaritans who tried to save him Luc Fortin, 44, was one of nine people who were on the plane that fell from the sky after an oil light triggered a return to the airport. Fortin’s father-in-law John Rayson … [Read more...]
VIFF gala attendance low thanks to pickets
September 30, 2011 by
The Rocky Mountaineer Train Station hosted a cinema gala and Teamsters picket at the same time last night. As a fraction of the expected guests snacked on canapes at the Vancouver International Film Festival's kick-off party, Teamsters made a picket few were willing to cross. VIFF Director Alan Franey says he only found out there would be a … [Read more...]
