Kathryn Tindale
NEWS 1130
Vancouver, BC, Canada
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Amber Alert, social media changed dynamic of missing children cases: expert
An expert says it's difficult to say if an Amber Alert would have made a difference in the disappearance of Micahel Dunahee in Victoria 30 years ago. → Read More
Younger British Columbians hospitalized with COVID-19 concerning, says top doctor
B.C.'s top doctor is expressing concern over younger people ending up in the hospital because of COVID-19 as vaccination efforts ramp up. → Read More
Abbotsford homicide victim identified as investigators appeal for witnesses
Homicide investigators are providing the identity of an Abbotsford man who was found badly hurt earlier this month and later died from his injuries. → Read More
Burnaby musician loses home studio, years of work in fire
Musician Michael Ertzinger watched his life's work go up in flames earlier this month as his home studio was destroyed by a fire. → Read More
Pandemic boosts interest in video sales, rentals for Vancouver store
It looks like a low-tech blast from the past has become popular again during the pandemic, according to one Vancouver video store. → Read More
Cougar attacks on dogs in Tri-Cities leave Anmore mayor worried, residents 'scared'
Dog owners in the Tri-Cities are on edge after a dog was killed by a cougar for the second time this week, while the mayor of Anmore is expressing concern. → Read More
German Shepherd puppy attacked by cougar in Anmore
According to the Coquitlam RCMP, a man was walking with his German Shepherd puppy just before 8 p.m. Thursday when a cougar attacked. → Read More
Small dog put down after Port Moody cougar attack
A cougar attack in Port Moody Tuesday night left a small dog so severely hurt, it had to be put down. The search for the cougar continues. → Read More
Woman fined for breaking quarantine after driving from U.S. to West Vancouver
A woman has been handed two fines worth $6,900 in West Vancouver after she drove across the U.S.-Canada border and violated quarantine rules, police say. → Read More
Pandemic puzzle craze doubles sales for Victoria manufacturer
Puzzles are making a comeback, with sales jumping from 1.2 million before the pandemic to 2.4 million in 2020 for one manufacturer in Victoria. → Read More
Downtown Eastside 'benzo dope' issue worsening, says advocate
The rise of a new drug labelled as "benzo dope" is sparking yet another call for the province to step in and ensure a safe supply for users. → Read More
Politicians divided on when U.S.-Canada border should reopen amid vaccinations
Politicians on both sides of the Canada-U.S. border disagree on when it should reopen, with debate on whether vaccines should change the timeline. → Read More
Online 'Disability Filibuster' aims to compel MPs to rethink assisted dying bill
Opposition is ramping up to the revamped version of Canada's medical assistance in dying law, with disabled people invited to join an online effort. → Read More
B.C. looks to ease COVID-19 restrictions 'in coming weeks'
VANCOUVER (NEWS 1130) – Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry expects there will be a return of things like outdoor gatherings and even the possibility of travel within B.C. during Spring Break. She says she is working with faith leaders for a return of in-person services as well. She described the approach as “slowly turning up the dial” rather than “flipping a switch.” More to come. → Read More
Sikh group helps South Asian seniors get vaccines while battling misinformation
The Sikh Health Foundation says there can be obstacles for members of the South Asian community, given much of the health communication has been in English. → Read More
Vancouver party hosts arrested for breaking COVID-19 rules
Two people were arrested at a condo in Downtown Vancouver Saturday for violating health orders after hosting a party where six others were fined. → Read More
Second COVID-19 outbreak declared at Kelowna hospital
Another unit at the Kelowna General Hospital is dealing with a COVID-19 outbreak, according to the local health authority. → Read More
Two teens taken to hospital after stabbing near Abbotsford Recreation Centre
Two teens were taken to the hospital after a stabbing in Abbotsford Saturday night, and one man is in custody, police say. → Read More
B.C. collective pushes for theatres to safely reopen under COVID-19 health orders
The live theatre and cinema industry are pushing the province to resume operations after months of being shut down as part of sweeping pandemic guidelines. → Read More
COVID-19 variant exposures confirmed at three Surrey schools
Three more schools in Surrey have been notified about possible exposure to a COVID-19 variant, according to the health authority. → Read More