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Burnaby city council could go back to the drawing board over location of green waste facility

Burnaby city council could go back to the drawing board over location of green waste facility

A special Burnaby council meeting will be held at noon on Monday, March 20, to reconsider the alternative approval process to undedicate 21-acres of parkland at Fraser Foreshore Park in order to build the Green Recycling and Organics (GRO) facility.

Simran Singh
Simran Singh
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Key Burnaby bike route to see nearly $10 million upgrade

Key Burnaby bike route to see nearly $10 million upgrade

The Vancouver-SFU Active Transportation Connection links Vancouver, Burnaby, SFU, Port Moody, and Coquitlam.

Srushti Gangdev
Srushti Gangdev
FoodFood
More than delivery: How the Burnaby-based Fantuan app is serving cultural connections

More than delivery: How the Burnaby-based Fantuan app is serving cultural connections

Fantuan’s story is about its tremendous tech success, but also its cultural impact.

Simran Singh
Simran Singh
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This week in Burnaby: March 16-23

This week in Burnaby: March 16-23

St Patrick's Day approaches!

Burnaby Beacon Staff
Burnaby Beacon Staff
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More on GRO: Council discusses AAP public engagement and accessibility

More on GRO: Council discusses AAP public engagement and accessibility

The conversation about the GRO site's AAP continued during Monday night’s city council meeting.

Simran Singh
Simran Singh
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Why have trees been removed along Highway 1 in Burnaby?

Why have trees been removed along Highway 1 in Burnaby?

The Ministry of Transportation says it's removed trees and brush between the Willingdon Avenue exit and the Burnaby Lake area.

Srushti Gangdev
Srushti Gangdev
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'Wonky perspective': Residents question fairness of waste facility approval process

'Wonky perspective': Residents question fairness of waste facility approval process

If fewer than 16,250 residents vote in opposition to the project, the city can proceed with undedicating 21 acres of parkland at Fraser Foreshore Park.

Srushti Gangdev
Srushti Gangdev
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Kid-friendly restaurants to try in Burnaby

Kid-friendly restaurants to try in Burnaby

Spring break is in full swing meaning you may be looking for some kid-friendly spots to take and treat the kiddos.

Burnaby Beacon Staff
Burnaby Beacon Staff
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Local photographer highlights beauty of Fraser Foreshore Park and concerns about GRO facility

Local photographer highlights beauty of Fraser Foreshore Park and concerns about GRO facility

Chris Parlow has captured wildlife at the park on film, including eagles, beavers, otters, coyotes, muskrats, and an array of birds.

Simran Singh
Simran Singh
FoodFood
Dim sum eatery to open doors in Burnaby's former Swiss Chalet location

Dim sum eatery to open doors in Burnaby's former Swiss Chalet location

The Swiss Chalet on Lougheed Hwy was the last one operating in BC, and closed down last year.

Burnaby Beacon Staff
Burnaby Beacon Staff
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Report shows potential ecological impacts of GRO facility on Burnaby's Fraser Foreshore Park

Report shows potential ecological impacts of GRO facility on Burnaby's Fraser Foreshore Park

The city has committed to restoring and enhancing more land than would be lost in the park if the project goes ahead.

Srushti Gangdev
Srushti Gangdev
FoodFood
Here's when La Forêt cafe is opening its second Burnaby location

Here's when La Forêt cafe is opening its second Burnaby location

It's just a few minutes away from its original location at 6848 Jubilee Ave.

Burnaby Beacon Staff
Burnaby Beacon Staff
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