Amy Judd

Online Supervisor BC

Author Archives

• Loose bolts discovered on stal̕əw̓asəm Bridge, but project manager says it’s safe

  The bolts are holding the safety barriers in place in a pedestrian pull-out about mid-span on the east side of the stal̕əw̓asəm Bridge.

  Politics

  12 hours
• Food truck operator says he was sidelined by City of Vancouver during World Cup

  The City of Vancouver said that there is limited space within the Granville Street Pedestrian Zone and the city must maintain six metres on the street for emergency access.

  Canada

  12 hours
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• 2 men charged in Surrey shooting as CBSA releases updated numbers

  On June 11, Surrey police officers were called shortly after 6 a.m. to a home near 96 Avenue and 133A Street after reports that shots were fired.

  Crime

  Jun 25
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• Violent sex offender dies in B.C. prison

  Daniel Robert Dow, 68, was in the Mission institution where he was serving an indeterminate sentence imposed 28 years ago for beating and choking a woman unconscious.

  Crime

  Jun 25
• It has been 5 years since B.C.’s deadly heat dome when more than 600 died

  'It was the largest weather disaster in Canada's history,' New Westminster Mayor Patrick Johnstone said. Thirty-three people in New Westminster died during the heat dome.

  Weather

  Jun 25
• ‘She deserved better’: Owner mourns dog taken by coyote in Vancouver park

  He said Lulu, a four-and-a-half-pound Chihuahua, was off-leash, but he usually walks her that way and it was still light, so he could see his surroundings clearly.

  Environment

  Jun 24
• B.C. businesses face uncertainty ahead of CUSMA review next week

  The meeting will determine whether the three countries want to either formally extend the agreement for 16 years or continue under annual reviews.

  Canada

  Jun 24
• Former B.C. corrections officer sentenced for breach of trust

  She failed to report that an inmate, with whom she was having a romantic relationship, had a cellphone, the court heard on Wednesday.

  Crime

  Jun 24
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• Thousands of Canada, Switzerland fans march to BC Place ahead of game

  Team Canada fans will be marching to BC Place, mustering at Switchmen Street at 9:15 a.m. and departing at 9:45 a.m. Our special will start at 10 a.m. PT.

  Sports

  Jun 24
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• Court hears details about 2023 shooting death of B.C. RCMP officer

  Defence is claiming self-defence for the accused, Nicholas Bellemare, who they said did not know the people on the other side of the door were officers.

  Crime

  Jun 23
• No water restrictions for Point Roberts, despite receiving water from Canada

  The contract between the Greater Vancouver Water District and Point Roberts Water District provides the community with 700,000 imperial gallons a day for about $800,000 annually.

  Politics

  Jun 23
• New Zealand midfielder makes FIFA World Cup history in Vancouver

  Sarpreet Singh is the first player of Indian descent to start a FIFA World Cup match, marking a milestone for both New Zealand and the global Indian community. 

  Sports

  Jun 23
• 4 marmots released into the wild on Vancouver Island as part of breeding program

  In 2003, their population had dropped to fewer than 30 in the wild, but thanks to a breeding program, more than 400 are now emerging from hibernation.

  Environment

  Jun 23
• U.S. citizen drowns in kayaking accident on Okanagan Lake

  West Kelowna RCMP said that at approximately 7:13 p.m. on June 19, they were called to the lake for a report that two kayakers had capsized.

  Canada

  Jun 23
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• B.C. investing millions to target chronic property offenders

  The program, called the Chronic Property Offending Intervention Initiative, will bring 12 new regional hubs, helping to reduce street disorder and crimes targeting local businesses

  Crime

  Jun 22
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• Victoria Imam says he forgives man who attacked, spat on him

  Imam Ebrahim Ali told Global News that last Thursday night a man approached his vehicle, opened his car door and tried to pull him out.

  Crime

  Jun 22
• Fans ejected from BC Place after setting off flare during Egypt, New Zealand game

  It was another successful match at BC Place on Sunday, except for two fans who thought it would be a good idea to set off a flare inside.

  Sports

  Jun 22
• Critics blast B.C., federal government condo ‘bailout’

  Last week, Mark Carney said the government will 'leverage innovative financing tools from Build Canada Homes to convert thousands of vacant condos into affordable homes.'

  Politics

  Jun 22
• 5 B.C. correctional officers needed medical treatment after ‘stimulants’ exposure

  The Union of Canadian Correctional Officers stated in a release that on June 11, the five officers came into contact with the toxic substance inside an Abbotsford institution.

  Crime

  Jun 22
• Recipe: Beijing bolognese

  Next time you are flying from YVR, be sure to stop by Lucky Lili for a tasty dish before you board your aircraft. Or, make this dish at home!

  Lifestyle

  Jun 21
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• B.C. mayor calls FIFA a ‘bunch of arseholes’ after they reject brewery street party

  Patina Brewing was planning a family-friendly block party for the Canada versus Switzerland match on Wednesday. They wanted to shut down the street.

  Sports

  Jun 19
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• Vancouver shines for Team Canada’s 1st game at BC Place: ‘This was the best’

  Victoria residents Dallas Nicholls and Nahoa Kahakauwila attended the game at BC Place and said the atmosphere inside and outside BC Place was electric.

  Sports

  Jun 19
• Environment Canada issues tornado watch for Prince George region

  Environment Canada says in a Friday afternoon update that 'significant damage or destruction to infrastructure, homes and the natural environment is possible.'

  Weather

  Jun 19
• B.C. government approves Red Chris mine expansion project

  The Red Chris mine is a copper and gold mine 18 kilometres southeast of Iskut and the expansion is expected to deliver lasting benefits for the Tahltan Nation.

  Politics

  Jun 19
• Some Vancouver businesses struggling during FIFA World Cup

  Bao Bei restaurant on Keefer Street told Global News that it has seen a 30-per cent drop in business from the same time last year.

  Economy

  Jun 18