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‘Words feel far too small’: Tumbler Ridge shooting suspect’s father issues statement

The Tumbler Ridge shooting suspect’s biological father has released an emotional statement, offering his condolences to the victims and providing insight into his relationship with his child. On Wednesday, the BC RCMP identified 18-year-old Jesse Van Rootselaar, who is suspected...

Feb 14, 2026 | Local

What we know about the victims in the Tumbler Ridge mass shooting

TUMBLER RIDGE — Details have emerged about the eight people killed and two seriously injured in the mass shooting at a high school and a home in Tumbler Ridge, B.C. Here’s what is known: Zoey Benoit, 12 Lori Hayer says...

Feb 14, 2026 | Local

Police arrest man suspected of stealing motorcycle, truck, starting fire in Vancouver

Police say a man was arrested after an alleged crime spree spanning several city blocks across Vancouver’s east side Thursday. The Vancouver Police Department (VPD) says events began shortly before 2 p.m., when someone stole a motorcycle near Main Street...

Feb 14, 2026 | Local

SPS warning of high-risk offender released in Surrey

Police are warning the public about a convicted sex offender who is considered “high-risk” and now living in Surrey. The Surrey Police Service says 58-year-old Marinus Willemse has been released from custody under strict conditions. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO...

Feb 14, 2026 | Local

Pattullo Bridge replacement to fully open Saturday

After years of construction, delays, and partial openings and re-closings, Metro Vancouver’s newest bridge is set to fully open to traffic this weekend. The stal̕əw̓asəm or Riverview Bridge, designed to replace the Pattullo Bridge, between Surrey and New Westminster, will...

Feb 14, 2026 | Local

‘A blazing light in the darkness’: Mother of 12-year-old Tumbler Ridge victim speaks out

The grieving mother of Ticaria Lampert, one of eight victims killed in the Tumbler Ridge mass shooting Tuesday, lovingly remembered her daughter in an appearance before members of the media Thursday. Sarah Lampert says Ticaria was “whoever and whatever someone...

Feb 14, 2026 | Local

Vancouver’s Matchstick coffee shop chain to close all locations

Breadcrumb Trail Links Vancouver’s Matchstick coffee shop chain to close all locations ‘It is with a heavy heart that we announce we will be winding down operations at Matchstick Coffee,’ the Vancouver coffee shop staff shared on Instagram Author of...

Feb 14, 2026 | Local

Who’s in charge of investigating extortion cases? Surrey MP wants B.C. to designate this agency

Breadcrumb Trail Links Who’s in charge of investigating extortion cases? Surrey MP wants B.C. to designate this agency CFSEU-B.C. leading extortion investigations would be an ‘immediate solution,’ MP Sukh Dhaliwal says Author of the article: By Sobia Moman Published Feb...

Feb 14, 2026 | Local

Traffic alert: Expect delays Friday morning on the Arthur Laing Bridge in Richmond

Breadcrumb Trail Links Traffic alert: Expect delays Friday morning on the Arthur Laing Bridge in Richmond A barge crashed into the bridge early Friday morning. Northbound traffic has reopened butt southbound traffic is reduced to one lane near the midspan....

Feb 14, 2026 | Local

Sold (Bought): Bids push home sale in Port Moody nearly $800,000 over listed price

Breadcrumb Trail Links Sold (Bought): Bids push home sale in Port Moody nearly $800,000 over listed price Bespoke luxury home was built in 2020 on a cobblestoned cul-de-sac. Find out more. Author of the article: By Nicola Way Published Feb...

Feb 14, 2026 | Local