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Good afternoon, these are your top stories for Tuesday, July 29, 2025.
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Search for B.C.'s Best Symbol: Nature Semifinals

July 29 , 2025 at 06:00:00 a.m. PDT • :

The Dogwood Flower and the gold nugget have, at various times, been arguably the most emblematic piece of nature in British Columbia.

Bear sightings close White Pine Beach in Belcarra, B.C.

July 29 , 2025 at 11:03:57 a.m. PDT • :

A popular beach in the Metro Vancouver village of Belcarra is closed until further notice due to a "nuisance bear" in the area, according to the regional government.

B.C. man convicted of 12-hour confinement, assault of ex sentenced to 6 years in prison

July 29 , 2025 at 09:14:59 a.m. PDT • :

An Enderby, B.C., man who forcibly confined, tied up and abused the mother of his child for more than 12 hours in October 2023 has been sentenced to six years in prison, minus time served.

Is your property prepared for a wildfire?

July 28 , 2025 at 01:43:09 p.m. PDT • :

Wildfire seasons are getting more intense so we asked a FireSmart expert how to protect your property, and what fixes can be done right now — without breaking the bank.

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Floating home community in Delta, B.C., worries silt buildup in Fraser River putting it at risk

July 29 , 2025 at 05:00:00 a.m. PDT • :

The Tsawwassen First Nation and Canoe Pass Village residents alike are calling for the area to be dredged — but it's unclear who is actually responsible for dredging that particular channel of the Fraser River.

July 29 , 2025 at 08:48:40 a.m. PDT • :

Canadians Maria Reva and David Szalay longlisted for prestigious Booker Prize

July 29 , 2025 at 01:00:16 a.m. PDT • :

Survey suggests employees 'upset' about return to office, prefer flexible work

July 28 , 2025 at 05:11:28 p.m. PDT • :

Heat warnings in place as sweltering week predicted for much of B.C.

July 28 , 2025 at 01:58:41 p.m. PDT • :

Othello Tunnels closed after presumed drowning near Hope, B.C.

July 28 , 2025 at 12:06:10 p.m. PDT • :

Man accused of killing brother of Lapu-Lapu Day murder suspect pleads guilty

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