Vancouver/Rosedale – Michael W. couldn’t help but smile, after learning that he won a $500,000 Extra prize from the November 21, 2025 Lotto Max draw. “I was on the couch at home,” recalled Michael of the moment he realized he won. “I was just smiling, thinking about what this means.” The Rosedale resident used the […]
Fraser Valley – It’s the annual pilgrimage to either Chilliwack’s Heritage Park or Abbotsford’s Tradex. EXPOsure Events Ltd are once again counting down the days! Two weekends, two locations, endless creativity. Explore the Chilliwack Expo Jan 16 – 18 at Chilliwack Heritage Park and the Fraser Valley Expo Jan 30 – Feb 1 at Abbotsford […]
Chilliwack (Roger Pannett, Volunteer Weather Observer for Environment & Climate Change Canada at Chilliwack) – With mean temperatures for 2025 at 2.01°C above normal, it was the 14 thconsecutive year with mean temperatures above normal. For the past 13 yearsmean temperatures have been excess of the + 0.6°C standard deviation, anobservation never previously observed and […]
Chilliwack – JANUARY 2, 2026 UPDATE – The Independent Investigations Office of BC (IIO) is investigating and seeking witnesses to a fatal motor vehicle incident that occurred December 26, 2025 in Chilliwack. Shortly after 10:15 p.m., a white Ford pickup truck driven by one man was involved in a single-vehicle collision near the intersection of […]
Chilliwack – The Chilliwack Chiefs have traded forward Ryan Small to the Alberni Valley Bulldogs for future considerations. Small was a model teammate during his time in Chilliwack, earning respect throughout the organization for his work ethic, commitment, and team-first attitude. “Ryan was a player who was one hundred per cent committed, both on and […]
Chilliwack – The Chilliwack Chiefs announce the return of veteran defenceman Jayden Veney to the organization. Veney began the 2025/26 season with the Youngstown Phantoms before rejoining the Chiefs. He was a key contributor during Chilliwack’s extended playoff run last season, where his size, physical presence, and reliability on the blue line played an important […]
Vancouver – -Comm releases its annual top ten list reminding the public to keep 9-1-1 lines free for emergencies only When a store refuses to return your air fryer, an airline fines your oversized carry-on, or your dishwasher breaks, 9-1-1 is not the appropriate number to call. E-Comm is reminding British Columbians that 9-1-1 is […]
Vancouver (Ambulance Paramedics of BC – CUPE Local 873): The Ambulance Paramedics of British Columbia (APBC) have been in collective agreement negotiations with the employer since September 2025. While some progress was made at the bargaining table, talks broke down before Christmas. As a result, the union is now engaging its membership about potential job […]
Mission (Mission RCMP) – A resident found a bag of presents and wrapping paper in the area of downtown Mission on December 25, and has turned it in to Mission RCMP. The presents include Paw Patrol pyjamas and other children’s items. If they are yours, call Mission RCMP (604-826-7161), refer to file number 25-16366, and […]
Chilliwack/Ryder Lake (WildSafeBC) – While not surprising, hikes should take note: Wildlife Alert: Cougar Reported at Mt Thom A cougar was reported at Mt Thom earlier this week. The hiker described the cougar as chirping and showing curious behaviour before eventually running off. Trail users are reminded that cougars live in this area year-round. Please […]
