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First presumptive human case of avian flu acquired in Canada detected in teen
British Columbia's Ministry of Health says the first suspected human case of bird flu contracted in Canada has been detected in B.C. A statement from the office of the provincial health officer says a...
Nov 09, 2024
Holly Jolly Chilliwack: Markets, lights plus Santa throughout November & December
CHILLIWACK - With decorations already adorning public spaces across the Fraser Valley to mark the holiday season, the Holly Jolly Chilliwack celebration will feature no less than a dozen attractions a...
Nov 09, 2024
B.C. mayors to continue pressing new government amid ongoing ER shutdowns
MERRITT - A coalition of local B.C. politicians are joining forces to push for better healthcare coverage in rural communities across the Interior. While the initiative is being spearheaded by Lillooe...
Nov 09, 2024
Multi-vehicle incident slows traffic on Highway 1 in Langley Township
LANGLEY - DriveBC says a "multi-vehicle incident" Saturday afternoon in the westbound lanes of Highway 1 near Langley Township is causing significant traffic delays. The provincial agency says emergen...
Nov 09, 2024 Image: DriveBC / A photo of backed up traffic on Highway 1 at the 248th Street overpass in Langley Township on Nov. 9, 2024
Remembrance Day brings closures, reduced hours for some services and retailers on Monday
FRASER VALLEY - As Canadians across the country pay their respects to fallen soldiers on Monday, November 11th, several municipal agencies and businesses will close or reduce hours to observe Remembra...
Nov 09, 2024
Veterans Memorial, All Sappers host Remembrance Day ceremonies in Chilliwack
CHILLIWACK - Chilliwack will host two city-sanctioned Remembrance Day ceremonies on Monday, November 11th, at Veterans Memorial Park and All Sappers Memorial Park. Both events will include a processio...
Nov 09, 2024
Up to 40 mm of heavy rain, strong winds in weather advisory for Fraser Valley West
VANCOUVER - Environment Canada has issued an advisory for residents in and around the Fraser Valley West amid a system set to bring heavy rain and strong winds Sunday afternoon. The agency says the So...
Nov 09, 2024
Chiefs get 4-3 overtime win in first of two against Surrey
CHILLIWACK - An overtime goal from winger Mateo Mrsic secured a 4-3 road win for the Chilliwack Chiefs over the Surrey Eagles in BCHL action Friday night. The two teams will face off again on Saturday...
Nov 09, 2024
The Royal Canadian Legion turns to Amazon for annual poppy campaign boost
The Royal Canadian Legion says a new partnership with e-commerce giant Amazon is helping boost its veterans' fund, and will hopefully expand its donor base in the digital world. Since the Oct. 25 laun...
Nov 09, 2024
Collision on Highway 1 near Yale Road in Chilliwack sends 2 people to hospital
CHILLIWACK - The left westbound lane on Highway 1 near Yale Road in Chilliwack was closed Friday afternoon following a multi-vehicle crash near an off-ramp, according to DriveBC. Both Chilliwack Fire ...
Nov 08, 2024 Image: DriveBC / Emergency crews were dispatched to the left westbound lane at Highway 1 on Nov. 8, 2024 after a collision, according to DriveBC.