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• Lane closures on Alex Fraser, Port Mann bridges considered to avoid ‘ice bombs’

  22-02-2018 23:35 via abbynews.com
  Province spent $5 million clearing both bridges last yearsThe post Lane closures on Alex Fraser, Port Mann bridges considered to avoid ‘ice bombs’ appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• Okanagan real estate agents brace for speculation tax impact

  22-02-2018 23:30 via abbynews.com
  “There’s a real potential for a domino effect to hurt the market in Kelowna.”The post Okanagan real estate agents brace for speculation tax impact appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• Alberta drops B.C. wine boycott, Notley says Horgan ‘blinked’ on pipeline

  22-02-2018 23:30 via abbynews.com
  B.C. government announces court reference on proposed diluted bitumen restrictionThe post Alberta drops B.C. wine boycott, Notley says Horgan ‘blinked’ on pipeline appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• It's open house time! Learn more about water, sewer, drainage, and the masterplans that are currently underway on… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  22-02-2018 23:26 via twitter.com
  It's open house time!Learn more about water, sewer, drainage, and the masterplans that are currently underway on… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• B.C. businesses say new health tax will raise prices for consumers

  22-02-2018 22:45 via abbynews.com
  Province announced that MSP will be gone by 2020The post B.C. businesses say new health tax will raise prices for consumers appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• VIDEO: B.C. superfans soak in 2018 PyeongChang Olympics

  22-02-2018 22:30 via abbynews.com
  Trio, including two from the Okanagan, have been cheering on Summerland Olympian Kripps among others in KoreaThe post VIDEO: B.C. superfans soak in 2018 PyeongChang Olympics appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• Ed Fast to speak about impact of NAFTA negotiations on agriculture

  22-02-2018 22:15 via abbynews.com
  CAFA speaking event addresses potential ramifications for farming industryThe post Ed Fast to speak about impact of NAFTA negotiations on agriculture appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• B.C. family says care home switched mom’s cat with robot cat

  22-02-2018 22:05 via abbynews.com
  Staff alleged to have said they were taking cat for bath, then replaced her with robotic stuffed toyThe post B.C. family says care home switched mom’s cat with robot cat appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• Abbotsford Panthers senior girls win Fraser Valley title

  22-02-2018 21:50 via abbynews.com
  Full details on all local girls teams heading into upcoming provincialsThe post Abbotsford Panthers senior girls win Fraser Valley title appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• Man initially charged with 66 offences found guilty of seven, still on trial for 10 more

  22-02-2018 21:37 via abbynews.com
  Corey Perkins was arrested and charged in Abbotsford in May 2016The post Man initially charged with 66 offences found guilty of seven, still on trial for 10 more appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• B.C. speculation tax applies to out-of-province homeowners

  22-02-2018 21:30 via abbynews.com
  Albertans with Okanagan, Island properties hit, Kootenays could come laterThe post B.C. speculation tax applies to out-of-province homeowners appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• Northern B.C. short 121 registered nurses: report

  22-02-2018 21:25 via abbynews.com
  Auditor General says officials need to improve internal management, track effect of new policiesThe post Northern B.C. short 121 registered nurses: report appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• Great to welcome @goufv @ufvbusinfo students to City Hall today. They are spending their morning with the… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  22-02-2018 20:55 via twitter.com
  Great to welcome @goufv @ufvbusinfo students to City Hall today. They are spending their morning with the… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• Barnful of ducks die in early morning blaze

  22-02-2018 20:50 via abbynews.com
  The cause of the fire is unknownThe post Barnful of ducks die in early morning blaze appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• Thieves make off with live trolley wires in Vancouver

  22-02-2018 20:45 via abbynews.com
  Authorities warn that touching live wire can be deadlyThe post Thieves make off with live trolley wires in Vancouver appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• All ice and skating facilities at the Matsqui Recreational Centre continue to remain temporarily closed for repairs… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  22-02-2018 20:14 via twitter.com
  All ice and skating facilities at the Matsqui Recreational Centre continue to remain temporarily closed for repairs… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• Join us for games, fun and prizes in the pool during your Pro-D Day tomorrow! MRC 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. and ARC 2:00 -… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  22-02-2018 20:02 via twitter.com
  Join us for games, fun and prizes in the pool during your Pro-D Day tomorrow! MRC 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. and ARC 2:00 -… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• Yale Secondary holds annual Live to Give fundraiser

  22-02-2018 20:00 via abbynews.com
  Overnight event starts Friday at Abbotsford high schoolThe post Yale Secondary holds annual Live to Give fundraiser appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• Now is the time to invest in our Annual Membership. Purchase one before March 31st and receive a 1/2 hour expert s… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  22-02-2018 19:58 via twitter.com
  Now is the time to invest in our Annual Membership.Purchase one before March 31st and receive a 1/2 hour expert s… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• The @AbbotsfordFDN is currently accepting applications for 2018 Agriculture Grants. Letters of Intent must be submi… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  22-02-2018 19:55 via twitter.com
  The @AbbotsfordFDN is currently accepting applications for 2018 Agriculture Grants. Letters of Intent must be submi… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• Download the #Abbotsford Curbside Collection app and never miss a collection day again! abbotsford.ca/city_services/… https://t.co/XdRHc2iy48

  22-02-2018 19:49 via twitter.com
  
  Download the #Abbotsford Curbside Collection app and never miss a collection day again!abbotsford.ca/city_services/… https://t.co/XdRHc2iy48
  
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• TransLink ready for the snow

  22-02-2018 19:45 via abbynews.com
  Officials at TransLink say they are ready for the snow that is supposed to fall this weekendThe post TransLink ready for the snow appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• Keep up with the latest and greatest happenings around #Abbotsford by following our @instagram page… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  22-02-2018 19:45 via twitter.com
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• Interested in working for the City? Stay up-to-date with our employment opportunities via our @LinkedIn page! https://t.co/eys31FkDFg

  22-02-2018 19:42 via twitter.com
  
  Interested in working for the City? Stay up-to-date with our employment opportunities via our @LinkedIn page! https://t.co/eys31FkDFg
  
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• Three new judges appointed to B.C. Supreme Court

  22-02-2018 19:40 via abbynews.com
  Two spots filled in Vancouver, one in New WestminsterThe post Three new judges appointed to B.C. Supreme Court appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• The Coldest Night of the Year is a family-friendly fundraiser for hungry, homeless and hurting individuals and fami… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  22-02-2018 19:34 via twitter.com
  The Coldest Night of the Year is a family-friendly fundraiser for hungry, homeless and hurting individuals and fami… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• BCHL Today: Merritt’s Buckley nets scholarship and Vees slam Salmon Arm

  22-02-2018 19:30 via abbynews.com
  BCHL Today is a (near) daily look at what’s going on around the league and the junior A world.The post BCHL Today: Merritt’s Buckley nets scholarship and Vees slam Salmon Arm appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• It's storm season! While on the road, watch for debris and avoid driving when conditions include high winds, slee… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  22-02-2018 19:19 via twitter.com
  It's storm season! While on the road, watch for debris and avoid driving when conditions include high winds, slee… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• Even more snow expected for Lower Mainland

  22-02-2018 19:10 via abbynews.com
  Some areas could see five to 10 centimetres FridayThe post Even more snow expected for Lower Mainland appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• Crowns asks for more time in Victoria double murder of young sisters

  22-02-2018 18:50 via abbynews.com
  Andrew Berry’s next court appearance will be in three weeks to set a date for trial to beginThe post Crowns asks for more time in Victoria double murder of young sisters appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• B.C. MP invites convicted terrorist to Trudeau reception in India

  22-02-2018 18:45 via abbynews.com
  Jaspal Atwal was convicted of trying to assassinate an Indian cabinet ministerThe post B.C. MP invites convicted terrorist to Trudeau reception in India appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• OLYMPIC ROUNDUP: Women’s ice hockey team loses first Olympic game in 20 years

  22-02-2018 17:50 via abbynews.com
  Team Canada added two silvers and a bronze to their totalThe post OLYMPIC ROUNDUP: Women’s ice hockey team loses first Olympic game in 20 years appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• Valley Concert Society presents Ad Mare Quintet

  22-02-2018 17:48 via abbynews.com
  Concert on Friday, Feb. 23 at Matsqui Centennial Auditorium in AbbotsfordThe post Valley Concert Society presents Ad Mare Quintet appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• Consultation wanted before mental health patients move near schools

  22-02-2018 17:46 via abbynews.com
  No evidence Fraser Health patients are to blame for increase in crime
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• Canadian support split on Trans Mountain pipeline debate: Poll

  22-02-2018 17:05 via abbynews.com
  Angus Reid poll surveying Canadians on pipeline stance finds no clear winnerThe post Canadian support split on Trans Mountain pipeline debate: Poll appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• Feds can't do much to fight fake news in Canada - Abbotsford News

  22-02-2018 17:02 via abbynews.com
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  Feds can't do much to fight fake news in Canada
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  The federal government doesn't believe it can do much on its own to stem the growing tide of fake news in Canada, according to briefing notes prepared for Canadian Heritage Minister Melanie Joly. The documents, obtained by The Canadian Press through an ...and more »
  
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• Ry Cooder coming to Vancouver Island MusicFest

  22-02-2018 17:00 via abbynews.com
  American music icon to play in Comox Valley July 14The post Ry Cooder coming to Vancouver Island MusicFest appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• Feds can’t do much to fight fake news in Canada

  22-02-2018 16:30 via abbynews.com
  Federal government can’t do much to fight fake news: Canadian Heritage documentsThe post Feds can’t do much to fight fake news in Canada appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• Critical Condition: ‘People are dying from treatable medical conditions’

  22-02-2018 16:30 via abbynews.com
  The head of a medical advocacy group says the state of ambulance services is in critical condition.The post Critical Condition: ‘People are dying from treatable medical conditions’ appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• Canada’s Boutin wins silver in women’s 1,000 short track

  22-02-2018 15:30 via abbynews.com
  Women’s 1,000-metre short-track speedskater Kim Boutin wins silver the Pyeongchang Winter Olympics ThursdayThe post Canada’s Boutin wins silver in women’s 1,000 short track appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• Abbotsford athletes head to BC Winter Games - Abbotsford News

  22-02-2018 15:01 via abbynews.com
  Abbotsford athletes head to BC Winter Games
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  Abbotsford athletes have made the trek to Kamloops and begin competing in the 2018 BC Winter Games on Friday. A handful of local competitors, coaches and officials are participating at the event, which runs until Sunday. The athletes will all be a part ...and more »
  
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• Abbotsford athletes head to BC Winter Games

  22-02-2018 15:00 via abbynews.com
  Local competitors traveling to Kamloops this weekend for actionThe post Abbotsford athletes head to BC Winter Games appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• Student protest outside White House a snapshot of American gun debate

  22-02-2018 14:30 via abbynews.com
  Demonstrators take part in a student protest for gun control legislation in front of the White HouseThe post Student protest outside White House a snapshot of American gun debate appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• Two Haida men detained for crossing U.S.-Canada border

  22-02-2018 04:00 via abbynews.com
  Edenshaw and Frisby travelled from Alaska to Prince Rupert for the All Native Basketball TournamentThe post Two Haida men detained for crossing U.S.-Canada border appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• Alberta takes out full-page ads in B.C. over strained relationship

  22-02-2018 02:30 via abbynews.com
  It’s the latest move between the two provinces over progress on Trans Mountain pipeline expansionThe post Alberta takes out full-page ads in B.C. over strained relationship appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• B.C. teacher suspended over allegedly using N-word in worksheets

  22-02-2018 02:25 via abbynews.com
  Trafalgar Elementary teacher under investigation by Vancouver School BoardThe post B.C. teacher suspended over allegedly using N-word in worksheets appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• Toddler swept away in Ontario floods

  22-02-2018 02:08 via abbynews.com
  Toddler missing as flooding forces thousands from their homes in OntarioThe post Toddler swept away in Ontario floods appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• Group for parents of overdose victims launched by Lower Mainland mother

  22-02-2018 00:30 via abbynews.com
  There is a lack of long-term resources for grieving parentsThe post Group for parents of overdose victims launched by Lower Mainland mother appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• BC BUDGET: New money helps seniors’ care shortage

  22-02-2018 00:30 via abbynews.com
  Job stability for care aides key to recruitment, union leader saysThe post BC BUDGET: New money helps seniors’ care shortage appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• Mixed messages on B.C.’s efforts to cool hot housing market

  22-02-2018 00:25 via abbynews.com
  Economist says undersupply of homes in Metro Vancouver, Victoria and Kelowna will keep prices highThe post Mixed messages on B.C.’s efforts to cool hot housing market appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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