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YOUR PERSPECTIVE: Preparing for our future; a call to action
Recent developments in British Columbia serve as a stark reminder of the challenges we face in combating the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events. While we breathe a sigh of re...
May 24, 2023
B.C. Building Code changes input sought
VANCOUVER - The province wants public input on proposed changes to the building code.An online survey is running until June 16th to get the public's opinion on proposed changes based on the national c...
May 24, 2023
Extreme weather grants offered to B.C. farmers
VICTORIA - The provincial government is offering two-and-a-half million dollars in grants to help farmers prepare for extreme weather.The Extreme Weather Preparedness for Agriculture program helps far...
May 24, 2023
One in custody following police stand-off in Chilliwack
CHILLIWACK - A 29-year-old man is in custody following what Chilliwack RCMP are calling a high-risk incident that began Monday (May 22) and ended in the early morning hours Tuesday.In a news release, ...
May 23, 2023
Highway 1 crash snarls traffic near Sumas exit in Abbotsford
UPDATE - 8:20 p.m. - ABBOTSFORD - Abbotsford police say the scene of the crash has been cleared and normal traffic flow has resumed. ABBOTSFORD - Abbotsford police are asking motorists to avoid Highwa...
May 22, 2023
CRIME STOPPERS: Most Wanted - Week of May 21, 2023
CHILLIWACK - Here are two people wanted by police in our region this week. This list is provided by Crime Stoppers. Name: Franklin CookAge: 38Height: 5'4" ft Weight: 205lbsHair: Black Eyes: BrownTatto...
May 21, 2023
Stave Falls park public planning session set for Mission
MISSION - The City of Mission is looking for public input into the development of Stave Falls Community Park. It's hosting an input session Saturday, June 3 from 9 a.m. to noon at Stave Falls Elementa...
May 21, 2023
BC Wildfire Service asks the public to be vigilant this long weekend
KAMLOOPS - The May long-weekend marks the unofficial start to summertime for many residents throughout the province. That means folks will be packing up the family and heading out into provincial park...
May 20, 2023
ICBC and its unionized workers reach tentative contract settlement
VANCOUVER - The Insurance Corporation of B-C has reached a tentative deal with nearly five-thousand employees. The proposed new contract covers those working in operations, including customer claims, ...
May 20, 2023
Fire burns Chilliwack RCMP Highway Patrol station
CHILLIWACK - A fire at the Chilliwack RCMP's Highway Patrol office was contained by the Chilliwack Fire Department Friday (May 19) afternoon.Witnesses reported seeing smoke rising from the building al...
May 19, 2023