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BCSep 03, 2021

Surrey police asking for help to locate Robinder Sidhu

The Surrey RCMP is asking for the public’s help in finding 40-year-old Robinder Sidhu, who has been missing since late August. Sidhu was last seen around 10:00 a.m. on August 25 in the 7000-block of 130 Street. He is described as South Asian, 6’3” and 215 pounds, with a muscular build, short black and gray hair, brown eyes, scruffy facial hair, and a tattoo on his back. He was last seen wearing a yellow-green striped t-shirt and blue jeans. Family members told Connect News Team they are deeply worried. “Robinder is very close to us and it is not like him to disappear. We just want him
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BCSep 03, 2021

Two people arrested following Vancouver protest

Vancouver Police arrested two people yesterday evening after they blocked an intersection during a protest.Approximately 75 people marched from City Hall to the intersection of West Broadway and Cambie Street just before 5 p.m. on September 2. There, they staged a "die-in" – laying on the pavement causing major traffic disruptions for several hours."Officers asked the group to leave several times and verbal arrest warnings were given," says Constable Tania Visintin, VPD. "Most of the group dispersed, but two people refused."At around 7 p.m., one man was arrested for mischief and one woman wa
BCSep 03, 2021

215 wildfires burning in B.C. as evacuation alerts and orders scale down

The wildfire situation is continually evolving, and the information below is current as of 7 p.m. (Pacific time) on Thursday, Sept. 2, 2021. Fires:Wildfires burning in B.C.: 215Since April 1, 2021:1,564 wildfires865,307 hectares of area burnedActive fires by fire centre:Cariboo: 24Coastal: 17Kamloops: 62Northwest: 6Prince George: 49Southeast: 57Resources:Firefighters and other personnel fighting the fires: 2,522Out-of-province firefighters: 434Helicopters and planes supporting ground crews: 63Evacuations:Evacuation orders: 12 (-5) Evacuation alerts: 45 (-4) Properties:Number of properties on o
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BCSep 03, 2021

801 new COVID-19 cases and six deaths reported in B.C.

B.C. is reporting 801 new cases of COVID-19, for a total of 167,654 cases in the province.Note: The numbers of total and new cases are provisional due to a delayed data refresh and will be verified once confirmed.There are 5,931 active cases of COVID-19 in the province and 159,560 people who tested positive have recovered. Of the active cases, 199 individuals are in hospital and 116 are in intensive care. The remaining people are recovering at home in self-isolation.In the past 24 hours, six new deaths (Interior Health) have been reported, for an overall total of 1,824.From Aug. 25-31, people
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BCSep 03, 2021

15 year old arrested after three attacks on women

A 15 year old boy has been arrested after a series of stranger attacks in Burnaby and New Westminster. Earlier this week, Burnaby RCMP Serious Crimes Unit, Prolific Offender Unit, Strike Force Team, Investigative Support Team and New Westminster Police, entered into a large investigation in an attempt to identify and arrest the suspect in three stranger attacks on women. On Wednesday, at around 4:00 p.m., Burnaby RCMP located and arrested a 15-year-old boy who police believe to have committed these attacks. He was taken into custody as he departed a SkyTrain station.The 15-year-old remains in
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BCSep 02, 2021

Home sales have slowed from a frenzied pace earlier this year: REBGV

The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver says home sales have slowed from a frenzied pace earlier this year, but supply has dwindled and prices continue to rise. The board says August home sales in the region totalled 3,152, a 3.4 per cent increase from last August, but a 5.2 per cent decrease from this past July. The board says sales last month were about 20 per cent higher than the 10-year August sales average, but new listings were down 30.6 per cent from last August. It says the composite benchmark price for all residential properties reached one-million-176-thousand in August, up 13.2
BCSep 02, 2021

34 people have now been infected and one resident has died of COVID-19 at Victoria long-term care home

Eight more cases of COVID-19 have been diagnosed at a Victoria long-term care home where 34 people have now been infected and one resident has died. Admissions, transfers and social visits have been restricted since the outbreak at Sunset Lodge was declared last Friday after three staff members tested positive. The Island Health authority says most of the latest cases are likely a result of transmission before the outbreak was discovered. It's one of 16 active outbreaks in assisted-living and long-term care homes across the province, in addition to outbreaks at three hospitals.
BCSep 02, 2021

Two people killed in West Vancouver crash

A portion of Cypress Bowl Road remains closed this morning following a fatal collision that occurred shortly before 4:00 am.Tragically, this collision has claimed the life of two people. Members of the Integrated Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Service are currently on scene."This is an absolutely tragic incident," says Cst. Kevin Goodmurphy. "Our investigators are working hard to determine the cause of the collision, and we ask that people avoid the area for the time being."Cypress Bowl Road remains closed between Chippendale Rd. and Eagle Lake Access Rd. until further notice.
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BCSep 02, 2021

37 year old man dead in Surrey crash

Police in the Lower Mainland are investigating two fatal crashes this morning. Mounties in Surrey say a 37 year old man has died following a collision between a tractor trailer and a passenger vehicle on Highway 17 just before 3 am. They say the cause of the crash hasn't been determined but impairment is not believed to be a factor. It initially appears that the passenger vehicle was pulled over on the side of the highway when it was struck by the westbound tractor trailer.

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CanadaApr 14, 2026

Earthquake rattles Ottawa area, tremor felt across eastern Ontario and western Quebec

According to Earthquakes Canada, a magnitude 3.9 earthquake struck at approximately 12:36 p.m. Tuesday. The agency said the epicentre was located about 20 kilometres northeast of Shawville, Que. The tremor was felt across a wide area, including Ottawa, Fitzroy Harbour, Richmond and Constance Bay, as well as west toward Pembroke in Ontario and Otter Lake in western Quebec. Residents reported feeling shaking during the lunch hour. No damage details were provided in the initial information released by Earthquakes Canada. The agency continues to collect and review public reports related to the eve
IndiaApr 14, 2026

Centre amends BBMB recruitment rules, opens top posts to nationwide applicants

The central government has amended recruitment rules for the Bhakra Beas Management Board, changing eligibility criteria for two of its senior-most positions and allowing officers from across India to apply. According to amendments to the Bhakra Beas Management Board Rules, 1974, the earlier requirement mandating one officer each from Punjab and Haryana for the two key posts has been removed. The revised rules now permit appointments based on eligibility, regardless of state affiliation. Officials said the change broadens the pool of candidates for the board, which manages major water and powe
CanadaApr 14, 2026

Suspect in alleged dark web drug network extradited to Canada, faces multiple charges

A 29-year-old man accused of operating a cross-country drug trafficking network has been returned to Canada following an international investigation, according to a release from the RCMP. Federal Policing Pacific Region investigators say Isaac Oliveira Scott was extradited from Germany last week after being arrested there in February on an Interpol red notice. Police said the extradition follows a months-long effort involving international partners. According to the RCMP news release, federal prosecutors approved 11 charges against Oliveira Scott in October 2025. These include five counts of t
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WorldApr 14, 2026

Trump says U.S.–Iran talks could resume within days after failed round in Pakistan

U.S. President Donald Trump says stalled negotiations with Iran could resume within the next two days, following an unsuccessful round of talks held in Pakistan. Speaking Tuesday, Trump indicated the next meeting is also likely to take place in Pakistan. He did not provide a confirmed date or agenda but said discussions remain ongoing. According to statements from both sides, disagreements over nuclear weapons have been the primary obstacle. Iranian officials are seeking firm guarantees that any agreement would prevent renewed military conflict or future airstrikes after a deal is reached. Ira
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BCApr 14, 2026

Man arrested after reported bank robbery in Surrey’s Newton neighbourhood

A man is in custody following a reported bank robbery in Surrey’s Newton neighbourhood on Monday afternoon, according to a release from the Surrey Police Service. Police say frontline officers responded shortly after 4 p.m. on April 13 to reports of a robbery at a bank in the 7100 block of King George Boulevard. The suspect was reported to have fled the area on foot. According to police, officers, with assistance from the Real Time Intelligence Centre, located a suspect near 70B Avenue and 134 Street. An adult male was arrested without incident and taken into custody. Police say potential ev