Author Archives: abailey25

Evolution Comment: Church bribery may attract some but will avert majority

Posted on March 23, 2011 by abailey25

An Ohio Church is giving away money to bring people to the pews for Easter.  It worked last year, but Evolution’s Alison Bailey thinks ultimately, an action like this will only serve in causing numbers to permanently dwindle. Listen: evo … More →

Tuesday, March 22 Noon News: Gas Prices, Education Talks, and Iodide Pills

Posted on March 22, 2011 by abailey25

Evolution’s Alison Bailey has the major news to noon. Petroleum expert says he sees no end to high gas prices as long as unrest in Libya continues… Education Minister George Abbott gets warm welcome from BCTF… And price of iodide … More →

Evolution Comment: BC teachers deserve raise, classroom composition and size to be addressed

Posted on March 22, 2011 by abailey25

As contract talks get underway, BC teachers are pushing for higher wages, and issues like classroom composition and size to be addressed.  Evolution’s Alison Bailey thinks it’s time they’re listened to. Listen:evo comment education bailey  (Runs 1:10)

Evolution Comment: Federal prisoners should not be considered for pay raise

Posted on March 21, 2011 by abailey25

A group of inmates at Agassiz’s Mountain Institution are hoping to form Canada’s first prison union, and if that happens, their wages while in prison could be eligible for union negotiation.  Canada’s Public Safety Minister doesn’t support the idea of … More →

Monday March 21 Noon News: Fighter Jets in Libya, Hospital Expansion,

Posted on March 21, 2011 by abailey25

Evolution’s Alison Bailey has the major news to noon. Canadian jet fighters gone to Libya to enforce no-fly zone. Christy Clark at Surrey Memorial Hospital for ground breaking of new development. Merritt man arrested after Jeep veers out of control, hitting … More →

Local woman develops green dinnerware

Posted on December 2, 2010 by abailey25

A local entrepreneur is garnering attention for her green dinnerware, and for improving the lives of women in India. Carly McLennan has the story. Listen: mclennan green dinnerware (Runs 00:53)

Thursday, December 2 Noon Sports: Stolen valuables turned in, Loss for Lakers, World Cup Hosts

Posted on December 2, 2010 by abailey25

Carly McLennan reports sports to noon. Two suitcases stolen from Pat Burns’ car have been turned in. The Lakers lose to the Rockets. Russia to hold 2018 World Cup and Qatar to host in 2022. Listen:noon sports dec. 2nd (Runs: … More →

City Council to vote on plan for Hastings Park

Posted on December 2, 2010 by abailey25

Vancouver City Council will vote today on a proposal to revitalize hastings park.  Evolution’s Ben Miljure has more on this story. Listen: hastings park (Runs 00:46)

December 2 Noon News: Construction Acccidents, Polygamy Trial, and Safe Ride Home

Posted on December 2, 2010 by abailey25

Jen Zielinski has the news to noon. Two fatal construction accidents in Vancouver this morning. BC judge to decide whether video testimony from former wives and children from polygamous communities can be televised. BCAA has new service that will make … More →

Fire damages five Vancouver restaurants

Posted on December 1, 2010 by abailey25

Investigators are working to find out exactly what caused a fire on West Broadway early Wednesday morning that has left 5 restaurants damaged.  Evolution’s Alison Bailey has more. Listen:broadway fire 2 (Runs 00:43)