Lower Mainland star-gazers are full of anticipation, with an annual meteor shower set to light up the skies this weekend. Astronomer David Dodge says the "Perseid" shower can best be seen early Sunday and Monday mornings. "And one of the best places I've discovered, and have been found at from time to time, is the west end of Spanish Banks West. … [Read more...]
Long Weekend in Phoenicia, New York
July 4, 2012 by
Weekend getaways from NYC run the gamut from ultra-luxe to off-the-grid. So if nature, quirky shops, and local arts are your thing, look no further than Phoenicia, a small town hidden in the Catskills. Fodor's Travel News … [Read more...]
Cowichan Valley school trustees could be fired this weekend
June 30, 2012 by
Time is running out for the elected board of education in the Cowichan Valley. Board members could be fired tomorrow. Education Minister George Abbott says the board has until midnight tonight to submit a balanced budget, as required by the school act. If they don't, Abbott says he will meet Sunday with Lieutenant Governor Steven Point to sign an … [Read more...]
River levels expected to get even higher next weekend
June 24, 2012 by
The head of the BC River Forecast Centre says river levels at Mission and Hope are relatively unchanged today from levels yesterday, but says things are not necessarily improving. Dave Campbell says it's expected levels will hold steady with the possibility of a bit of a drop in the mid part of the week at Mission and Hope. "Really caution that we … [Read more...]
Capilano Suspension Bridge safe, despite weekend death
June 4, 2012 by
As RCMP continue to investigate the death of a man who fell near the Capilano Suspension Bridge, a company spokesperson says there will be a review of safety measures. But Sue Kaffka says the current barrier is six inches above code, and they do not believe there is any cause for concern. "It is an effective barrier at that height," says … [Read more...]
05/26/2012 – UBC Alumni Weekend 2012
May 26, 2012 by
UBC Alumni Weekend is a free event that is open to the entire Lower Mainland community. It is a fun-filled day with interesting and engaging lectures, open houses, class reunions, face painting, bouncy castles, live entertainment and much more! There are many activities catered to families and kids, including free admission to all attractions … [Read more...]
Style Tips for a Perfect Weekend in Santa Fe
May 11, 2012 by
With desert landscapes, stunning vistas, and unforgettable pink-orange sunsets, Santa Fe is the perfect weekend escape. Here's what to pack for a stylish Southwest getaway. Fodor's Travel News … [Read more...]
“Avengers” Is Biggest Opening Weekend Ever
May 6, 2012 by
Sunday 3AM: It broke many opening weekend records in its international release, now "Marvel's The Avengers" is about to do the same in the United States. Deadline reports that the film scored a whopping $ 80.5 million on Friday (including $ 18.7M in midnight previews), while it's looking like it'll nab an incredible $ 68+ million haul this … [Read more...]
Memorial held for hang glider who died last weekend
May 5, 2012 by
A memorial was held Saturday for Lenami Godinez-Avila, the 27-year-old woman who plunged to her death from a hang-glider flight in Harrison Mills last weekend. Jason Warner, safety director of the Hang-gliding and Paragliding Association of Canada, says the tribute was organized by glider pilots. About 30 pilots gathered at the site where … [Read more...]
It’s been a busy weekend for BC Ferries
April 9, 2012 by
Spokesperson Deborah Marshall says adding extra sailings on the busiest routes have helped with the holiday volume, including a few overloads at some terminals. Marshall says over fifty extra sailings were added throughout the long weekend, "This is typical traffic for what we are seeing for a long weekend. Generally, an Easter long weekend, … [Read more...]
