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More supportive housing coming to the Fraser Valley, as B.C. govt. says security will be a top priority at sites
MISSION - The B.C. government says more supportive housing is coming to the Fraser Valley to assist unhoused people and individuals living with complex mental-health and addiction challenges. Accordin...
Mike VandenBosch Aug 22, 2024

Chilliwack mansion featuring over 16,000 square feet on nearly 29 acres goes up for sale
CHILLIWACK - An intriguing Chilliwack home with over 11,000 square feet of living space on a nearly 29-acre piece of property in rural Chilliwack has gone up for sale with an asking price of $5.9 mill...
Mike VandenBosch Aug 22, 2024

Chilliwack mayor, councillor hope to keep Chilliwack dance academy operating in industrial area of town
CHILLIWACK - Despite a city staff recommendation that Chilliwack council deny a rezoning application, Chilliwack Mayor Ken Popove and Councillor Harv Westeringh hope to keep a Chilliwack dance academy...
Mike VandenBosch Aug 22, 2024

Sleep apnea clinic across from Chilliwack General Hospital set to relocate
CHILLIWACK - A sleep apnea clinic that has been operating across from Chilliwack General Hospital for over a decade now will relocate to an updated facility in Sardis sometime this fall. Jennie Jackso...
Mike VandenBosch Aug 22, 2024

Chilliwack City Council denies motion to rezone properties for 5-storey apartments; realtor accused of misrepresentation
CHILLIWACK - Mindful of multiple letters of opposition from nearby residents who would be negatively impacted, Chilliwack City Council voted 3-2 Tuesday (Aug. 20) to deny an application to rezone thre...
Mike VandenBosch Aug 21, 2024

Chilliwack woman planning Greek vacation, mortgage payoff after winning massive PlayNow.com jackpot
CHILLIWACK - Deborah Surette says it's the best $30 she's ever spent. The Chilliwack resident was camping in her fifth wheel camper earlier this month when she took a chance and spent a little time at...
Mike VandenBosch Aug 21, 2024

UPDATE: Highway 1 eastbound west of Chilliwack finally clear
UPDATE WEDNESDAY AT 2:37 P.M.: Drive BC now says eastbound Highway 1 has fully reopened west of Chilliwack following an earlier vehicle incident near the Sumas Drainage Canal bridge. Motorists should ...
Mike VandenBosch Aug 21, 2024

Transport Canada lifts order mandating train whistling, reduced train speeds in Chilliwack
CHILLIWACK - Fraser Valley Today has learned that train whistling and reduced speeds are no longer mandatory under a federal order when trains travel through Chilliwack. According to an email from Lia...
Mike VandenBosch Aug 21, 2024

Cheam First Nation purchases Agassiz fishing lodge
CHILLIWACK - Cheam First Nation announced Tuesday (Aug. 20) it has finalized the purchase of the Fraser River Lodge in Agassiz, an acquisition valued at $18.1 million. In a news release, the First Nat...
Mike VandenBosch Aug 20, 2024

B.C. govt. to fund 300-seat expansion at Chilliwack middle school
CHILLIWACK - The B.C. government announced Tuesday (Aug. 20) it will fund a 300-seat expansion at A.D. Rundle Middle School. The 300-seat addition at A.D. Rundle is one of several ongoing projects in ...
Mike VandenBosch Aug 20, 2024