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• Winter Jubilee includes tree lighting, ice rink and fireworks

  22-11-2019 23:30 via abbynews.com
  
  Annual event in historic downtown Abbotsford on Saturday, Nov. 23
  
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• Freezing rain on the way to B.C.’s Fraser Valley, Interior

  22-11-2019 23:30 via abbynews.com
  
  Road conditions will be icy and slipper, Environment Canada warns
  
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• Woman accidentally shot by her son in Vancouver’s Oppenheimer Park, police say

  22-11-2019 23:00 via abbynews.com
  
  Everyone involved, including the woman, not cooperating with investigators, VPD says
  
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• Raw power of the Jeep SRT 8 0-60 in 4.4 seconds

  22-11-2019 22:48 via abbynews.com
  
  Find this amazing Jeep at Cranbrook Dodge today!
  
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• PHOTOS: NHL honours B.C. grandma’s battle against cancer in special match

  22-11-2019 22:34 via abbynews.com
  
  Shea Theodore’s grandmother Kay Darlington dropped the puck at a special ‘Hockey Fights Cancer’ game
  
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• NHL honours Aldergrove athlete and grandmother’s ‘fight’ against cancer

  22-11-2019 22:34 via abbynews.com
  
  Shea Theodore’s grandmother Kay Darlington dropped the puck at a special ‘Hockey Fights Cancer’ game
  
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• Third Character Conference built strong community connections in Abbotsford

  22-11-2019 22:30 via abbynews.com
  
  Nearly three hundred attendees explored character-based leadership
  
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• University of Victoria threatens any athletes who speak about rowing coach probe

  22-11-2019 22:13 via abbynews.com
  
  Barney Williams has been accused of harassment and abuse
  
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• B.C. man, two firms duped investors with $5-million Ponzi scheme, regulator says

  22-11-2019 21:45 via abbynews.com
  
  Investors were told that Todd Norman John Bezzasso’s company was hired to distribute alcohol in B.C.
  
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• B.C.’s largest catholic archdiocese names 9 clergymen in sex abuse report; probes ongoing

  22-11-2019 21:30 via abbynews.com
  
  Vancouver Archdioces presides over 443,000 parishoners in B.C.
  
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• Disney stars hit the ice for Vancouver run of ‘Mickey’s Search Party’

  22-11-2019 21:20 via abbynews.com
  
  Disney On Ice production at Pacific Coliseum starting Nov. 28
  
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• Royal City Youth Ballet presents The Nutcracker

  22-11-2019 21:00 via abbynews.com
  
  Seasonal favourite comes to Abbotsford Arts Centre on Sunday, Nov. 24
  
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• Abbotsford Business Excellence Awards winners crowned

  22-11-2019 20:40 via abbynews.com
  
  The 24th annual event celebrated a great 2019 for local businesses
  
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• Four awards presented at National Philanthropy Day lunch

  22-11-2019 20:30 via abbynews.com
  
  Rick Hansen was guest speaker for event hosted by Abbotsford Community Foundation
  
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• Abbotsford School District puts final offer on table for school support staff

  22-11-2019 20:00 via abbynews.com
  
  Teamsters Local 31 scheduled to vote on district’s offer on Nov. 25
  
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• Smudging in B.C. classroom did not affect Christian family’s faith, says school district lawyer

  22-11-2019 19:07 via abbynews.com
  
  Lawyers make closing arguments in a Port Alberni case about the Indigenous cultural practice
  
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• Two in five indebted Canadians don’t ever expect to escape debt, says survey

  22-11-2019 19:00 via abbynews.com
  
  Baby boomers appear to be in better financial shape than their younger generation X and millennial counterparts
  
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• Fashion Fridays: Holiday outfits on a budget

  22-11-2019 19:00 via abbynews.com
  
  Kim XO, helps to keep you looking good on Fashion Fridays on the Black Press Media Network
  
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• Canadian Forces member charged with possessing magic mushrooms in Comox

  22-11-2019 18:50 via abbynews.com
  
  Master Cpl. Joshua Alexander, with the 407 Maritime Patrol Squadron, facing two drug related charges
  
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• Stalled truck on Highway 1 between Chilliwack and Abbotsford causing delays

  22-11-2019 18:02 via abbynews.com
  
  Stall happened just before Whatcom Road Overpass, cars backed up to No. 3 Road
  
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• Most B.C. residents, including those hit by 2018 storms, not prepared for outages: report

  22-11-2019 18:00 via abbynews.com
  
  Create an emergency kit, BC Hydro says, and report all outages or downed lines
  
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• ‘Brushing ceremony’ held at Foundry Abbotsford for new Aboriginal carving

  22-11-2019 18:00 via abbynews.com
  
  Artwork created by Ray Silver features thunderbird and eagle
  
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• ‘I was bawling’: Injured Bronco’s mother stunned by his progress after surgery

  22-11-2019 17:30 via abbynews.com
  
  Ryan Straschnitzki isn’t expecting a cure but hopes to restore some muscle movement
  
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• Study finds microplastics in all remote Arctic beluga whales tested

  22-11-2019 17:20 via abbynews.com
  
  Lead author Rhiannon Moore says she wasn’t expecting to see so many microplastics so far north
  
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• Katia Brosseau and the gift of giving

  22-11-2019 17:19 via abbynews.com
  
  Philanthropy benefits mental health resources
  
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• Trump insists on debunked Ukraine theory, despite testimony

  22-11-2019 17:10 via abbynews.com
  
  CrowdStrike, an internet security firm based in California, investigated the DNC hack in June 2016
  
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• Services needed in B.C. for early-onset Alzheimer’s disease patients: doctor, advocates

  22-11-2019 17:10 via abbynews.com
  
  More patients are being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s at an earlier age
  
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• Manitoba slams lack of detail on feds’ Indigenous child-welfare overhaul plan

  22-11-2019 17:10 via abbynews.com
  
  The federal government has said the legislation will reduce the number of Indigenous children in care
  
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• Chair and vice-chair of Abbotsford’s board of education re-elected

  22-11-2019 16:22 via abbynews.com
  
  Stan Petersen and Rhonda Pauls became chair and vice-chair in 2018
  
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• MAP: Is your road a priority when the snow starts to fly in Abbotsford?

  22-11-2019 16:05 via abbynews.com
  
  About 350 of 900-plus kilometres of road in Abbotsford are deemed high priority for snow removal
  
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• Inside the Abbotsford’s Toy Man’s ‘factory’

  22-11-2019 15:00 via abbynews.com
  
  Albert and Ron Waardenburg have shipped out thousands of toys for free during the Christmas season
  
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• Inside the Abbotsford Toy Man’s ‘factory’

  22-11-2019 15:00 via abbynews.com
  
  Albert and Ron Waardenburg have shipped out thousands of toys for free during the Christmas season
  
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• Canucks erupt with 5 power-play goals in win over Nashville

  22-11-2019 05:05 via abbynews.com
  
  Vancouver ends three-game slide with 6-3 triumph over Predators
  
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• Bank of Canada governor says climate change poses risks to financial systems

  22-11-2019 02:15 via abbynews.com
  
  Bank of Canada listed climate change among top economic worries in its May financial system health report
  
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• Parks Canada makes changes to visit Lake O’Hara in Yoho National Park

  22-11-2019 02:10 via abbynews.com
  
  Currently only 32 day-use visitors and 90 campers are allowed to take the bus into the area each day
  
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• Cirque Du Soleil brings Axel to the Abbotsford Centre

  22-11-2019 02:10
  
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• Changes to B.C. building code address secondary suites, energy efficiency

  22-11-2019 02:10 via abbynews.com
  
  Housing Minister Selina Robinson says the changes will help create more affordable housing
  
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• 65-million-year-old triceratops makes its debut in Victoria

  22-11-2019 02:10 via abbynews.com
  
  Dino Lab Inc. is excavating the fossilized remains of a 65-million-year-old dinosaur
  
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• FVHCF Grand Gala – A Truly Grand Affair

  22-11-2019 02:03
  
  FRASER VALLEY–  The Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation (FVHCF) held their inaugural Fraser Valley Grand Gala on November 15 2019. Whilst basking in the glitz and glamour of the 1920s, 250 Fraser Valley gents and dames partied in Gatsby style in the Copper Room at Harrison Hot Springs Hotel as they raised approximately $110,000 in support of their local hospitals.
  “As the Chair of the Board of Directors it is my pleasure to express our gratitude and show our appreciation&hellip
  
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• Trudeau appears open to safer-opioid proposal in Vancouver: mayor

  22-11-2019 02:00 via abbynews.com
  
  The city has applied for $6 million from Health Canada to allow for the safe distribution of diamorphine
  
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• Federal government resists mounting pressure to end CN Rail strike

  22-11-2019 02:00 via abbynews.com
  
  Long hours, fatigue and what they consider dangerous working conditions top of mind for workers
  
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• Gallery 7 Theatre Holds Auditions for Award-Winning Musical, The Secret Garden

  22-11-2019 01:59
  
  (Abbotsford, BC) Gallery 7 Theatre is thrilled to be holding open auditions for its next production in their all-new, 2019-2020 ‘Ordinary Heroes’ theatre season, The Secret Garden, book & lyrics by Marsha Norman and music by Lucy Simon. The auditions will be held on Tuesday, November 26 starting at 6:00 PM and on Saturday, November 30, 2019 starting at 10:00 AM at the theatre’s rehearsal hall, #100 – 34595 3rd Ave in Abbotsford.
  ‘This uplifting Broadway musical
  
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• Town & Gown event generates $245,462 to help UFV students

  22-11-2019 01:57
  
  The University of the Fraser Valley welcomed supporters from the community to the Abbotsford campus on November 13 for Town & Gown, a fundraising dinner that celebrated the transformational power of a UFV education.
  At the end of the evening, a grand total of $245,462 had been raised to support scholarships, bursaries, and enhanced learning opportunities for students. The proceeds from Town & Gown include donations, ticket and table sales, live auction revenue, and sponsorships. Of the t
  
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• Melissa Tooshley gets suspended sentence in Teddy the dog case on Vancouver Island

  22-11-2019 01:56 via abbynews.com
  
  Also not allowed to own animals for rest of her life
  
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• Mennonite Central Committee Canada Named 1 of top 10 International Impact Charities in Canada

  22-11-2019 01:53
  
  Winnipeg, Man., Nov. 15, 2019 — Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) Canada is proud to announce it has been named by Charity Intelligence as one of 2019’s top 10 international impact charities.
  Charity Intelligence monitors and evaluates more than 750 Canadian charities of all sectors and has recognized MCC as one of the nation’s most impactful within our global community.
  “We’re honoured to receive this recognition from Charity Intelligence and share with the world w
  
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• The magic of Christmas Glow has landed in Abbotsford at Tradex!

  22-11-2019 01:44
  
  Set your seat in the upright position and prepare to experience a magical family-friendly indoor wonderland under the twinkle of a million lights. Upon arrival, enjoy 90,000 square feet of interactive light gardens, illuminated structures, delicious food, festive drinks, and daily live entertainment!
  Get your tickets before they GLOW away.Buy Now
  Kid’s Flightplan:Christmas Glow returns with a brand new theme, “Santa’s Sleigh Adventure.” Help Santa and his elves find his r
  
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• UFV Young Distinguished Alumni — Wegenast advocates with passion for homeless and marginalized

  22-11-2019 01:38
  
  Wegenast advocates with passion for homeless and marginalized
  Jesse Wegenast leads with love and compassion in all that he does. As a pastor with 5 and 2 Ministries and a resource person with Archway Community Services who serves as an intermediary for those who are unhoused, poor, mentally ill, aged, and struggling with addictions, Wegenast’s actions have had a profound impact, helping to reshape conversations around support, public space, addictions, and the lack of accommodation (both s
  
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• UFV Distinguished Alumni: UFV gave Sonya Sangster wings and business savvy

  22-11-2019 01:35
  
  Sonya Sangster came to the University of the Fraser Valley because she wanted to fly.
  And she did, in more ways than one.
  Sangster’s UFV education gave her the wings she needed to fly airplanes and to be a leader in helping women in the international development field.
  The Bachelor of Business Administration in Aviation degree she earned from UFV in 2006 prepared her to be a professional pilot, but also provided the academic foundation she needed to continue her economics studies at the gr
  
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• The Reach Gallery Museum Abbotsford to host The Paint Ball to Support Emerging Artists Tonight!

  22-11-2019 01:30
  
  Abbotsford, BC –The Reach Gallery Museum Abbotsford is thrilled to host a lively art party in support of emerging artists in the Fraser Valley. The Paint Ball is a night of music, games, art, and delicious refreshments for everyone from 18 to 80, with proceeds going to support the Emerge program for young artists. The fun begins at 6:30pm on Thursday, November 21 at The Reach (32388 Veterans Way, Abbotsford).
  You’ll have the chance to hear top talent from the local music scene with m
  
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• Security guard at Kamloops music festival gets three years for sexually assaulting concertgoer

  22-11-2019 01:30 via abbynews.com
  
  Shawn Christopher Gray walked the woman home after she became seperated from her friends, court heard
  
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