25 schools get new playgrounds across B.C.
Funding through Budget 2026 has led to the building of 25 new school playgrounds across B.C. Each school community will receive $200,000 to build an accessible playground. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO 1130 NEWSRADIO VANCOUVER LIVE! “Every child deserves the...
Man to summit Grouse Mountain every day of May for charity
New Vancouverite John Buchan is about to get very familiar with nature’s staircase, as he’s planning on hiking to the top every single day for 31 days straight. For Buchan, fitness is an afterthought as he ascends Grouse Mountain. Every...
Driver arrested after hitting a pedestrian in Abbotsford; alcohol is a factor
The Abbotsford Police Department (AbbyPD) says it is investigating after a serious crash involving a pedestrian Friday afternoon. Police say the driver has been arrested, and alcohol is a factor. Police were called to the intersection of Emerson Street and...
Mounties in B.C. warn of fraudsters impersonating police for payment
RCMP across the province are warning the public of an increase in fraud cases involving the impersonation of police officers demanding payment in cryptocurrency, cash, or e-transfer. Both University RCMP and Kelowna RCMP have issued releases that state they have...
Outbound WestJet plane returns to YVR due to mechanical issue
On Friday, a WestJet flight bound for Phoenix made a quick return to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) due to a mechanical issue. The plane landed safely back at YVR where it was meant by YVR Fire & Rescue and an...
Hikers discover human remains at B.C. provincial park in Sea to Sky region
Police are investigating after human remains were found by hikers at a B.C. park in the Sea to Sky region. RCMP say the remains were found by two hikers in Shannon Falls Provincial Park on April 24. FILE — Shannon...
Warm, dry weather means BC Wildfire Service already busy
Summer may still be weeks away, but the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) says it is already busy — and it will only get busier as we continue through a period of unseasonably warm weather. Fire Information Officer Karley Desrosiers says...
Professional journalists tell students not to lose hope as Langara considers discontinuing journalism program
As Vancouver’s Langara College has announced the possible shutdown of its journalism program, professional journalists in B.C. are pushing students to continue to pursue careers in the field. Langara has confirmed that faculty leadership is reviewing the school’s journalism program...
Vancouver park board restores lifeguards to most beaches
Breadcrumb Trail Links Vancouver park board restores lifeguards to most beaches Commissioners reallocated $600,000 meant for upgrades to Kensington pool Author of the article: By Cheryl Chan Published May 01, 2026 Last updated 4 hours ago 2 minute read You can...
Waterways in B.C.’s Mount Robson Park closed to prevent whirling disease in fish
Breadcrumb Trail Links Waterways in B.C.’s Mount Robson Park closed to prevent whirling disease in fish The B.C. government says the ban is cautionary to protect the Fraser River watershed. Author of the article: By Tiffany Crawford Published May 01,...
