November 2025

Researchers at UFV and SFU are teaming up to try and revolutionize the way that scientists and health-care professionals tackle the problem of superbugs. These superbugs are strains of bacteria or other microbes that have become resistant to most medicines, making them incredibly hard to treat. A recent study published in The Lancet revealed that […]

The City of Maple Ridge has a plan to push Abernethy Way from 232 to 240 Street, and is about to start buying land. Mayor Dan Ruimy explained how this $50 million project will provide another critical east-west route, four lanes wide, reducing traffic congestion through the fast-growing city. He said it will also get

This article discusses intimate partner violence and may be triggering to some readers. If you or someone you know is experiencing violence or abuse contact the Kelowna Women’s Shelter 24/7 support line at 250-763-1040 or text 236-970-0704. In an emergency, call 911. James Plover will spend another 147 days in jail for choking and uttering

There was no opposition in B.C.’s legislature as Xavier’s Law was given first reading on Nov. 26. The private members bill, which was introduced by the MLA for Juan de Fuca-Malahat Dana Lajeunesse, would toughen up the penalties for dangerous drivers in B.C. if it passes. The move to change the driving laws comes after

B.C.’s 2025-26 deficit is projected at $11.2 billion, according to the latest quarterly report from Finance Minister Brenda Bailey. Bailey, speaking in Victoria Thursday (Nov. 27), released her ministry’s second quarterly report, which highlighted a projected economic growth of 1.4 per cent in 2025 and 1.3 per cent in 2026, along with the projected $11.2-billion