Author Archives: Matthew Hunt

1st Year Student. Set E. Focusing on Sports and International Security Journalism.

MLB: Mighty Mo Gone, Yankees Need Closer

Posted on May 4, 2012 by Matthew Hunt
Mariano Rivera lies on the warning track at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City during warm up. He fell awkwardly while shagging fly balls, and tore his ACL.

It could very well be the end of Mariano Rivera’s career. The Yankees officially announced that he has a torn ACL. The 42-year old did it while shagging fly balls during warmup in Kansas City last night. Such an injury … More →

The Lions “New” Threads

Posted on May 2, 2012 by Matthew Hunt
DT #96 Khalif Mitchell, QB #14 Travis Lulay, Coach Mike Benevides, SB #81 Geroy Simon, and Veteran Lion K #4 Paul McCallum Show off the updated uniforms for 2012 at BC Place. 2 May, 2012. Photo: Matthew Hunt

“Orange is our colour and our fans have indicated that they do not want us to tinker with that.” Said Lions President and CEO Dennis Skulsky, as the Lions unveiled their new uniforms for the 2012 season this morning. Sticking … More →

99 New Cabs for Vancouver, Drivers Left Grumbling

Posted on March 28, 2012 by Matthew Hunt
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The city of Vancouver is applying to the province for 99 new taxi licenses after a year-long pilot project released it’s findings. The research revealed that more cabs will be needed to meet demand during busy periods including Friday, Saturday, … More →

UBC Hosts Tour of CIRS

Posted on January 20, 2012 by Matthew Hunt
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It is the hailed as the “greenest building in North America,” and features a large number of innovations in environmental technology including a rainwater collection system for its primary water source and even a sustainable cafe. Continue reading →

Sarah Burke Succumbs to Injuries, Dies at 29

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Matthew Hunt

Sarah Burke, a Canadian pioneering champion of freestyle skiing, died this morning as a result of severe brain damage suffered from a fall. It happened in the superpipe while she was training for an upcoming event in Utah. Burke was … More →

Cold Snap Sends Homeless Shelters into Overflow

Posted on January 18, 2012 by Matthew Hunt

Many homeless shelters in Greater Vancouver are at capacity after the lower mainland was hit by frigid temperatures and snowy conditions. Downtown Vancouver saw temperatures drop to as low as -6 and it is only expected to get colder overnight. … More →

Winter Weather Enjoyable by Some in Lower Mainland

Posted on January 18, 2012 by Matthew Hunt

Vancouver and the Lower Mainland were hit by a blast of cold winter weather overnight leaving many people frustrated with their morning commute. Schools were also closed throughout cities in the Fraser Valley including Abbotsford, Langley, and Chilliwack. The combination … More →

Lower Mainland hit by winter cold snap

Posted on January 18, 2012 by Matthew Hunt

The Lower Mainland was hit with a blast of winter weather overnight causing delays and problems when people awoke. The Greater Vancouver area received 1-2 cm of snow and temperatures dropped to as low as -6 overnight. Driving conditions were … More →

Vancouver’s First Homicide of 2012

Posted on January 18, 2012 by Matthew Hunt
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Shots rang out on the 1000 Block of Burrard St. in Downtown Vancouver at about 8:45PM last night, January 17th, 2012. A man in his 20′s was found dead inside the Wall Centre as police responded to the homicide. The … More →

Huszar Family Announce $10,000 Reward

Posted on January 18, 2012 by Matthew Hunt
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The family of Matthew Huszar has announced they are offering a reward of $10,000 for information on his whereabouts. The 25 year-old has been missing since December 16th. He was last seen at the Lamplighter Pub in Gastown, where his … More →