Travel
Here’s what you need to know about Canada’s first ‘presumptive’ coronavirus case
Public health officials say the risk of an outbreak remains low and that the health care system is working as planned. Continue reading
Lunar New Year events cancelled in B.C. over concerns of Wuhan coronavirus spread
Events at Semiahmoo Mall in South Surrey and the Christian Life Assembly church in Langley were cancelled over concerns of the coronavirus. Continue reading
Misplaced puppy: Five-hour flight from Saskatchewan to B.C. turns into 17-hour journey for canine
A B.C. woman was shocked when she arrived at the airport, expecting to see her new puppy, only to find out it wasn’t on the flight. Continue reading
‘Fluid’ situation in St. John’s, N.L., nearing a week under state of emergency
Grocery stores were permitted to open Tuesday, with the City of St. John’s advising people to stock up for at least 48 more hours. Continue reading
Cases of coronavirus in China surpass 200, health authorities say
The outbreak coincides with the country’s busiest travel period, as millions board trains and planes for the Lunar New Year holidays. Continue reading
Australia’s tourism industry to receive government aid after wildfires
Some 29 people and millions of animals have been killed so far in the burning bush in Australia — a country famous for its pristine beeches, abundant wildlife and open-air sporting events. Continue reading
Province announces multi-faceted plan for improving southwestern Ontario transit
The plan addresses multiple types of transportation, looking at how to improve highway, bus, rail and air travel in the region. Continue reading
Air Canada flight returns to YLW terminal after mechanical issue
The City of Kelowna said the plane landed safely minutes after takeoff and that passengers were offloaded and returned to the terminal. Continue reading
Power outages, traffic and transit delays as new round of snow and wind hits Lower Mainland
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
More snow and wind in the forecast has TransLink and the B.C. government advising travellers to stay home unless absolutely necessary. Continue reading
Port Mann, Alex Fraser bridges could be closed due to snow and wind: ministry
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
The next round of snow and wind set to rock the Lower Mainland could be nasty enough to shut down the region’s bridges. Continue reading