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For all the bluster among federal political leaders about not wanting an election any time soon, the political truth is as cold as a winter's wind: the potential for one is a reality in 2021.

Olivia and Liam were the most popular baby names for all of 2020

The highway is closed in both directions with no detour available

Canada surpassed 15,000 COVID-19 deaths on Monday, and at least one infectious disease expert says the somber milestone should be a wake-up call to anyone who thinks the dangers of the disease are overhyped.

Dates listed are Dec. 14 to 16

Daniel Coombs, an epidemiologist at the ­University of British Columbia, said he’s surprised to see the presence of the U.K. variant of COVID-19 on Vancouver Island, which has had relatively limited spread of the virus.

The maps are designed to assist policymakers in identifying areas most in need of additional support to prevent and manage outbreaks.

Rick Klassen of Fort St. James was the winner of the 2020 Hospice Dream Home Lottery. Prince George Hospice Society executive director Donna Flood and Mayor Lyn Hall drew the winning ticket on Christmas Eve.

“All British Columbians have to remember the virus spreads quickly but shows up slowly.”

More residents in rural areas in north-central B.C. will have access to broadband wireless internet services, thanks a project funding by the B.C. government and ABC Communications.