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Crucial game for SeaWolves

Crucial game for SeaWolves
North Sound SeaWolves coach Alex Silva knew Wednesday’s soccer match at the Washington Crossfire would be a dangerous one, and it was. Playing without two key starters and facing a revamped Crossfire team, North Sound struggled in a disappointing 4-2 loss.

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Call for investigation into Downtown Eastside methadone industry

Call for investigation into Downtown Eastside methadone industry
Vancouver City Council will consider Tuesday whether to call on the province and other health authorities to investigate methadone dispensing abuses, including fraud and intimidation, in its Downtown Eastside neighbourhood.

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Malaysia PM concerned as protests grow ahead of election

Malaysia PM concerned as protests grow ahead of election
Malaysia’s Prime Minister Najib Razak and his National Front government that has ruled the country for 54 years are exhibiting acute anxiety as new elections approach.

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Robert Pattinson fans turn to online sites for tips on stalking the star

Robert Pattinson fans turn to online sites for tips on stalking the star
TORONTO – For many of Robert Pattinson’s most ardent Canadian fans, the summer of 2011 is better known as hunting season.

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Chaos on the roads, but transit was on track during Port Mann closure

Chaos on the roads, but transit was on track during Port Mann closure
The overnight closure of the Port Mann Bridge led to traffic backups on other roads and bridges out of Surrey Tuesday morning but transit appeared to flow fairly smoothly as commuters either stayed at home or staggered their trips into town.

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Backbench MP aims to abolish sex trade

Backbench MP aims to abolish sex trade
Joy Smith is that rare, backbench member of Parliament whose private bill was not only debated, but became law.

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Second bear attack in B.C. sends man to Victoria hospital

Second bear attack in B.C. sends man to Victoria hospital
Attack in northern B.C. follows a another fatal attack in Lillooet

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