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Police arrested two youths for a suspected robbery in Moody Park, New Westminster, on Sunday. Officers responded to a report of a child being grabbed and demanded money, locating the suspects nearby. The investigation is ongoing, and at least one suspect is known to the victim.
More than 100 OB/GYNs in B.C. warn of a maternity health care crisis following the resignation of their colleagues from Interior Health. The physicians criticize unsafe working conditions and the government's lack of response to ongoing concerns about maternity care. They emphasize that the resignations are a last resort, impacting pregnant women in the Kamloops area.
Homicide investigators identified Darshan Sahsi, a 68-year-old businessman, as the victim of a shooting in Abbotsford on Monday. Police believe the incident was targeted and are seeking public assistance in identifying a suspect vehicle. No other injuries were reported in the incident.
New Westminster Mayor Patrick Johnstone advocates for increased installation of traffic speed cameras despite Ontario's ban. He argues that these cameras enhance road safety and reduce emergency response burdens, while many community members support their implementation. The city currently requires provincial approval to install the cameras.
Surrey Police Service arrested a 46-year-old man suspected of an overnight shooting at a residence on 72 Avenue. The suspect faces charges of attempted murder and discharging a firearm, but police reported no injuries. Authorities confirmed the incident is unrelated to extortion.
Police arrested a man in North Vancouver for slashing tires on 16 vehicles over the weekend. The incidents occurred mainly during the day in the Lynn Valley neighbourhood, prompting an appeal for witnesses to come forward.
Dave's Hot Chicken plans to open its first Vancouver location at 901 Granville St by early 2026. The franchise, which has over 320 locations worldwide, will also establish branches in Victoria and Abbotsford, with the Victoria spot expected to open first. The casual eatery specializes in Nashville Hot Chicken and offers a menu of tenders and sides.
Cineplex plans to close Vancouver's historic Park Theatre on October 26, 2025, leading to uncertainty about its future. The theatre, which has a rich history dating back to its opening, may be taken over by another operator since Cineplex leases the space.
Hootsuite confirmed it is laying off 20% of its global workforce, amounting to hundreds of employees. The Vancouver-based social media management platform stated the decision aims to restructure the organization to enhance focus and execution for enterprise growth priorities.
The City Council convened this week to address various topics during the Standing Committee on Policy and Strategic Priorities meeting. Council members referred a motion on creating safe pedestrian areas for Halloween to staff for further information, while two other motions regarding youth voices and developer handouts were not approved. A public hearing is scheduled for Thursday at 6 PM.