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Chilliwack Animal Safe Haven names new executive director
CHILLIWACK - The Chilliwack Animal Safe Haven Society has named Bradley Gionet as its new executive director.The organization's board of directors says Gionet brings more than three decades of ties to...
Mar 25, 2026 File image of Bubbles, a cat under the care of the Chilliwack Safe Haven. (Image Credit: Chilliwack Animal Safe Haven / GoFundMe)
Distracted driving blitz nets dozens of drivers in Mission
More than 50 drivers were ticketed during a distracted-driving enforcement blitz in Mission. The operation was part of distracted driving month in B.C.Mission RCMP teamed up with Canadian Pacific Kans...
Mar 25, 2026 File image of an RCMP road safety operation. (Image Credit: Pattison Media)
Abbotsford Police seize drugs, cash and a car in Monday bust
ABBOTSFORD - Three people in their twenties were arrested after being found by police allegedly selling drugs in Abbotsford. Abbotsford police say the two men and one woman were arrested in the area o...
Mar 25, 2026 Drugs, cash and a Honda Civic were seized by police following the arrest of three people alleged to be selling drugs in Abbotsford. (Image Credit: AbbyPD supplied)
YOUR PERSPECTIVE: Strengthening B.C.'s healthcare workforce
British Columbia is an amazing place to work, start a family, or retire. As our communities grow it has become clear that we need more health care professionals to support people through every stage o...
Mar 25, 2026 File image of healthcare workers on the job. (Image Credit: Pattison Media)
Fraser Health introduces service to improve support for those with substance abuse
CHILLIWACK - Fraser Health says it is introducing a phone-based service to make it easier for residents to get support for substance use. The call will connect them directly to clinicians for assessme...
Mar 25, 2026 File (Image Credit: Pattison Media)
Hope Fire Department supports Chawathil First Nation Fire Department
HOPE - After 35 years of service to the Hope Fire Department, a fire rescue vehicle is being turned over the Chawathil First Nation Fire Department. The keys to the vehicle were passed Monday during a...
Mar 25, 2026 The Passing the Key ceremony at Chawathil took place on Monday March 23, 2026. (Image Credit: District of Hope / facebook)
Abbotsford Canada Day parade accepting applications for participation
ABBOTSFORD - Applications are now being accepted for the 2026 Canada Day parade in Abbotsford.The theme of the parade is Roots & Rhythm, to symbolize the celebration of the heartbeat of the commun...
Mar 25, 2026 The deadline to apply for a spot in the Abbotsford Canada Day parade is May 22. (Image Credit: Abbotsford Canada Day parade website)
Chilliwack concert promises trio of talent
CHILLIWACK - Internationally recognized Trio Fibonacci will present a concert blending classical and contemporary music April 16 at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre.The concert, titled 'A Symphony of Em...
Mar 25, 2026 Trio Fibonacci is internationally recognized for its interpretations of works from all eras. (Image Credit: Trio Fibonacci / facebook)
Well known offender arrested in Abbotsford during morning coffee
ABBOTSFORD - Abbotsford Police are praising the efforts of a local resident who tipped off police to a suspicious vehicle Tuesday morning.The resident of the 2600 block of Countess Street in Abbotsfor...
Mar 25, 2026 A suspect is arrested while waiting in the drive-thru at an Abbotsford Tim Hortons. (Image Credit: Abbotsford Police)
Homeless man killed in Abbotsford shooting
ABBOTSFORD - A 69-year-old man is dead after a late-night shooting at an Abbotsford park-and-ride lot that is home to a large homeless encampment. Abbotsford Police say they received a call reporting ...
Mar 24, 2026 A man was fatally shot at the Whatcom Park and Ride lot in Abbotsford late Monday (March 23) night. (Image Credit: Supplied by Abbotsford Police)