RECYCLING PROGRAM
Chilliwack launches curbside recycling program for 'Star' residents
CHILLIWACK - The City of Chilliwack's latest recycling program is taking it all the way back to grade school- by handing out stickers to outstanding recycling "stars". From June to December, City staff and co-op students will be giving star stickers for the new Curbside Recycling Star program. Residents with ...
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Two-vehicle collision
Chilliwack RCMP SUV involved in two-car crash Friday night on Young Road
CHILLIWACK - A Chilliwack RCMP SUV cruiser was involved in a two-vehicle crash on Young Road north of downtown Chilliwack Friday night, but a witness who claims to have seen the motor vehicle incident says the RCMP member isn't at fault. According to scanner traffic courtesy of Chilliwack resident David Seltenrich, the...
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2 fans died and an officer is in a coma after Champions League celebrations in France
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MISSING MAN
UPDATE: Chilliwack RCMP find missing 65-year-old man
UPDATE 3:01 p.m. Saturday: Chilliwack RCMP report that the 65-year-old man reported missing on Friday, May 30, has been located safe and sound. All identifying information has been removed for privacy reasons.
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Missing teen
Fraser Valley teen located: RCMP
LANGLEY - Mounties in Langley say the 16-year-old boy who was reported missing on Thursday, May 29 has been located. The RCMP thanks the media and public for their assistance.
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UFV AWARDS
UFV recognizing six leaders with honorary degrees this June
ABBOTSFORD - The University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) is recognizing six leaders from a variety of backgrounds at its upcoming Convocation ceremonies.From June 10 to 12, the UFV will be giving honorary degrees through six ceremonies to the following community trailblazers:Indigenous leader Hi:olemtel Clarence (Kat) Pe...
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LUNCHEON FUNDRAISER
Annual fundraising luncheon raises over $10K for Salvation Army in Abbotsford
ABBOTSFORD - The Salvation Army in Abbotsford has announced that it hosted a successful annual luncheon- by exceeding its $10,000 fundraising goal. On Wednesday, April 23, the third Hope in the Valley Luncheon welcomed 141 guests to celebrate the work of its members in delivering compassionate care to those in need. Ke...
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British Columbia
Redesigning the Bay's old stores come with challenges and opportunities
TORONTO - When Hudson's Bay began liquidating all of its stores and hunting for a potential new owner, Ruby Liu was determined not to let Canada's oldest company disappear. The B.C. mall owner made an offer for the company in hopes of restoring it to its former glory, but when Canadian Tire was chosen (court approval p...
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Eby heads to Asia on trade mission as Indigenous leader pulls out due to Bills 14, 15
RICHMOND - British Columbia Premier David Eby says he is confident that recent Indigenous opposition to certain fast-tracking laws will not affect the province's ability to attract investment from Asian trade partners. Eby says that international investors need to realize that they would need "strong partnerships ...
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B.C. ostrich farm at heart of avian flu debate upbeat despite looming federal cull
EDGEWOOD, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA - The family that operates the British Columbia ostrich farm where some 400 birds face being euthanized by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency says spirits remain high among protesters looking to stave off the cull. Katie Pasitney, whose parents own Universal Ostrich Farms in Edgewood...
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CP NewsAlert: CFIA fines B.C. ostrich farm over avian flu failures
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency says it has fined a British Columbia ostrich farm $20,000 for failing to co-operate with anti-avian flu measures, as the owners continue to resist a cull order. It also says the farm has not substantiated claims of scientific research on the birds, and that the agency's planning for ...
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B.C. launches public safety program aimed at stopping non-violent street crime
VANCOUVER - British Columbia has launched a new public safety program aimed at reducing shoplifting, property damage and other non-violent street crimes in business areas. Terry Yung, minister of state for community safety and integrated services, says the program is a "direct result" of feedback from police ...
May 30, 2025
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Investigation underway after bear shot dead near Williams Lake, leaving 5 cubs behind
British Columbia's Conservation Officer Service says an investigation is underway to find the person who shot and killed a female black bear near Williams Lake, leaving behind five cubs. Conservation officers say the incident took place between May 24 and 25 near the community of Big Lake, northeast of Williams Lake. T...
May 30, 2025
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Canada
Ports, mines and pipelines top premiers' wish lists ahead of meeting with Carney
OTTAWA - Canada's premiers are heading into to a meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney in Saskatoon Monday armed with their wish lists for major "nation-building" projects that could buttress the economy in the face of a U.S. trade war. Carney asked the premiers to each pass on five suggestions for national...
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Family that operates B.C. ostrich farm pushes back against CFIA claims
The family that operates an ostrich farm in British Columbia's interior is pushing back on the Canadian Food Inspection Agency., which is poised to cull around 400 birds at the farm due to avian flu. Katie Pasitney, whose parents own Universal Ostrich Farm in Edgewood, B.C., said during Facebook Live stream event Satur...
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B.C. ostrich farm at heart of avian flu debate upbeat despite looming federal cull
EDGEWOOD, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA - The family that operates the British Columbia ostrich farm where some 400 birds face being euthanized by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency says spirits remain high among protesters looking to stave off the cull. Katie Pasitney, whose parents own Universal Ostrich Farms in Edgewood...
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Rallies in support of Canada Post workers scheduled across the country
Rallies in support of Canada Post workers are set to take place across the country today amid ongoing labour tensions between the employer and the union representing roughly 55,000 staff. The Canadian Union of Postal Workers announced the rallies on its website, saying supporters will gather in 13 cities including Hali...
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Quebec to seek leave to appeal school board reform ruling to Supreme Court of Canada
MONTREAL - Quebec will ask the Supreme Court of Canada for permission to appeal lower court rulings that found a provincial law abolishing school boards violates English-language minority education rights. A spokesperson for Quebec's justice minister confirmed this week the province will appeal a ruling from the Quebec...
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Son of woman who inspired assisted dying law chooses to die on his own terms
OTTAWA - Price Carter is planning to die this summer. The 68-year-old has been diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer. He knows it will take his life eventually; before it does, he intends to die on his own terms with his family at his side. "I was told at the outset, 'This is palliative care, there is no cure f...
May 31, 2025
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World
2 fans died and an officer is in a coma after Champions League celebrations in France
PARIS (AP) - Two fans died and a police officer is in a coma after mass nationwide celebrations for Paris Saint-Germain's historic Champions League victory, European soccer's biggest prize, French authorities said Sunday. A 17-year-old boy was stabbed to death in the city of Dax during a PSG street party after Saturday...
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Poles begin voting for a new president in a pivotal runoff election
WARSAW, Poland (AP) - Poles began voting Sunday in a decisive presidential runoff that could set the course for the nation's political future and its relations with the European Union. The contest pits Warsaw Mayor Rafał Trzaskowski, a liberal pro-EU figure, against Karol Nawrocki, a conservative historian backed by t...
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At least 21 Palestinians killed while heading to Gaza aid hub, hospital says
RAFAH, Gaza Strip (AP) - At least 21 people were killed on Sunday as they went to receive aid from an Israeli-backed foundation in the Gaza Strip, according to a nearby hospital run by the Red Cross that received the bodies. Officials at the hospital said another 175 people were wounded, without saying who opened fire ...
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Sports
2 fans died and an officer is in a coma after Champions League celebrations in France
PARIS (AP) - Two fans died and a police officer is in a coma after mass nationwide celebrations for Paris Saint-Germain's historic Champions League victory, European soccer's biggest prize, French authorities said Sunday. A 17-year-old boy was stabbed to death in the city of Dax during a PSG street party after Saturday...
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Pacers beat Knicks 125-108 in Game 6 to reach NBA Finals for the second time in franchise history
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) - Pascal Siakam and Tyrese Haliburton made sure the Indiana Pacers gave their fans a celebration they waited 25 years to see again. Siakam had 31 points and Haliburton scored 11 of his 21 points in the fourth quarter, carrying the Pacers to a 125-108 victory over the New York Knicks on Saturday night ...
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Pacers beat Knicks 125-108 to reach NBA Finals for second time in franchise history
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) - Pascal Siakam scored 31 points, Tyrese Haliburton had 21 points and 13 assists, and the Indiana Pacers pulled away for a 125-108 victory over the New York Knicks in Game 6 on Saturday night to reach the NBA Finals for the second time in franchise history. Obi Toppin added 18 points and six rebounds ...
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