Gas line struck
Update: RCMP dispatched after irate motorists fume over Keith Wilson being closed; road closed at 5:30 p.m.
**Update at 5:30 p.m.: Keith Wilson Road remains closed due to a "gas emergency," according to a sign posted at the Keith Wilson Road/Tyson Road roundabout. **Update at 12:42 p.m. Tuesday: Keith Wilson Road east of the Tyson Road roundabout could be closed through to 5 p.m. today due to the gas line being str...
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Fire ban
Ban on most burning activities goes into effect for Chilliwack, Fraser Valley this week
CHILLIWACK - Residents of the Fraser Valley have only a few days left until a ban goes into effect that will effectively outlaw most burning activities until the end of October, except for small campfires in permissible areas. According to a news release from the BC Wildfire Service, open fires, fireworks, sky lanterns...
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B.C. moves to prevent offender name changes after child killer legally gets new name
VICTORIA - Offenders in British Columbia convicted of serious Criminal Code offences will no longer be permitted to legally change their names under legislation introduced today. Health Minister Adrian Dix says the proposed law would amend the province's Name Act to ensure people convicted of dangerous offences can't c...
May 13, 2024
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B.C., Ottawa put up nearly $254M to expand heat pump rebates
VICTORIA - The B.C. and federal governments have set aside nearly $254 million to expand rebates to convert home heating and cooling systems to more climate-friendly options with a focus on low- and middle-income households. A joint statement from Environment Canada and B.C.'s Energy Ministry says Ottawa is providing u...
May 13, 2024
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Missing man
Update: Chilliwack RCMP says the missing 29-year-old man has been safely located
CHILLIWACK - Chilliwack RCMP say the 29-year-old man who was reported missing on Monday, May 13 has been safely located. "The RCMP thanks the media and public for their assistance," Chilliwack Cpl. Carmen Kiener said. All identifying information about the formerly missing man will be removed.
May 13, 2024
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Two Starbucks locations opening
Two more Starbucks locations set to open this week in and around Chilliwack
CHILLIWACK - The wait is over for coffee drinkers who crave a vanilla sweet cream cold brew, iced brown sugar oat shaken espresso, or other specialty drinks at two Chilliwack-area Starbucks locations. Starbucks confirmed Monday (May 13) that two more Starbucks locations are poised to open their doors this week in the C...
May 13, 2024
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Mission RCMP
RCMP locates burned vehicle that was stolen from Chilliwack
LOST CREEK FSR - Police in Mission say they're investigating the discovery of three burned vehicles on Lost Creek Forest Service Road north of Mission, two of which were later determined to be stolen. According to a news brief from a media relations officer at the Mission RCMP detachment, police say a witness reported ...
May 13, 2024
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Mission Fire Rescue Service
Mission Fire adds vital FireSmart coordinator to provide free home, property fire safety assessments
MISSION - When wildfires rage throughout British Columbia as they have for multiple, consecutive fire seasons, the role of a FireSmart coordinator becomes even more integral.FireSmart principles have shown that they are effective at reducing the risk to life and property in the most extreme wildfire conditions. To that...
May 13, 2024
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Ruth and Naomi's
Ruth and Naomi's raises over $100K from Night of Hope gala for addiction recovery services in Chilliwack
CHILLIWACK - Ruth and Naomi's established an ambitious six-figure fundraising goal for its annual Night of Hope celebration this year so that it could enhance its addiction recovery services portfolio, which serves as a focal point of hope and healing in Chilliwack.Not only did the charity treat attendees to an evening...
May 13, 2024
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Diane Janzen
Former Chilliwack councillor, school trustee accepts executive position in Agassiz
CHILLIWACK - Diane Janzen has worn many hats during her remarkable time in Chilliwack, including roles as an elected official on both the Chilliwack Board of Education and Chilliwack City Council as well as executive positions in the non-profit sector. One of those senior leadership roles involved an 8-year stint as ex...
May 13, 2024
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