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• Abbotsford home prices keep falling

  06-09-2018 15:00 via abbynews.com
  
  Number of sales down dramatically, while double the homes now up for grabsThe post Abbotsford home prices keep falling appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• U.S. court documents link Bishnoi gang to the death of B.C. Sikh temple president

  07-07-2026 22:10 via abbynews.com
  
  Indian gangsters Lawrence Bishnoi and Goldy Brar “ordered the assassination” of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, the president of a Surrey Sikh temple, in 2023, newly released U.S. court documents allege.
  Nijjar, 45, was shot to death on June 18, 2023, in the parking lot of Guru Nanak Sikh Gurdwara, in the 7000-block of Scott Road in Newton. He was found in his truck.
  Nijjar was an ardent supporter of the Khalistani movement, which seeks to secure an independent Sikh nation in India, and his su
  
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• B.C. shipyard ready to deliver on new navy submarines

  07-07-2026 22:00 via abbynews.com
  
  After a lengthy battle between two companies for the contract to build 12 new submarine for the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project (CPSP), the federal government announced Germany’s ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) will be the strategic build partner for the next era of Canadian military technology.
  In support of Canada’s defence industrial strategy, Seaspan and TKMS signed a teaming agreement in support of the project in January. Seaspan is the only industry shipyard in the country
  
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• ‘Tragedy is imminent’: Sts’ailes First Nation bans jet boats on their reserve

  07-07-2026 20:49 via abbynews.com
  
  The Sts’ailes First Nation is banning jet boats on the Chehalis River running through their land.
  According to a July 6 statement from Chief Ches-Kin-Xen Chadley Paul, there has been an alarming trend of jet boats on the Chehalis River for the past few summers, which makes the river unsafe for swimming and directly damages critical salmon and their habitat.
  “The Chehalis River is winding, narrow, shallow and has many obstacles that make it challenging to navigate under the best condi
  
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• Cecil Roderick Kehler

  07-07-2026 20:30 via abbynews.com
  
  It is with great sadness that we announce Cecil’s passing on April 6, 2026. He is survived by his brother Sidney (wife) Kathy and his sister Lynn(Linda) Husband) Doug. He is also survived by many family members and dear friends. We will be holding a graveside ceremony on August 10, 2026 at McClure Mennonite Cemetery at 11 am. Anyone wishing to attend is welcome.
  
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• Bob Kwak

  07-07-2026 20:30 via abbynews.com
  
  In Loving Memory ~
  August 13, 1950 – May 27, 2026It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Robert “Bob” Kwak, who passed away peacefully on May 27, 2026, at the Holmberg Hospice House in Abbotsford, BC, at the age of 75, following a courageous battle with glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. Bob was born on August 13, 1950, in Abbotsford, BC, to Frank and Lena Kwak. He grew up on the family dairy farm before moving to Matsqui, where he formed lifelong fri
  
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• Vancouver Island rugby team crowned big winners at Abbotsford provincials

  07-07-2026 20:20 via abbynews.com
  
  While the Fraser Valley rugby squads had their fair share of victories at the recent Provincial Regional Championships in Abbotsford, it was the Vancouver Island teams who emerged as the overall winners.
  These youth competitions took place at Rotary Stadium on July 4 and 5, with teams from four B.C. regions going head-to-head in three different age groups.In the U19 division, which was the oldest of the groups, both the boys and girls finals came down to the Fraser Valley and Vancouver Island&rs
  
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• B.C. nurses allege employer threats and intimidation due to job action

  07-07-2026 19:18 via abbynews.com
  
  Striking nurses are reporting “widespread employer intimidation” as job action ramps up.
  “Nursing managers have started to threaten nurses, saying, ‘If you don’t clean a stretcher or if you don’t pick up something or stock something — these sorts of extra duties — then we’re going to report you to the College,’” B.C. Nurses’ Union President Adriane Gear told Black Press Media on Tuesday, July 7. “It’s been a lot
  
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• Vancouver Island golf superintendent achieves Canada’s highest industry honour

  07-07-2026 19:00 via abbynews.com
  
  Only 31 Canadians have earned the highest professional designation available to golf course superintendents. T-Jay Creamer is now one of them.
  The sixth-year superintendent at Olympic View Golf Club has earned the Canadian Golf Superintendents Association’s (CGSA) Master Superintendent designation, recognizing excellence in management, leadership and professional development.
  “It’s been really neat to have a lot of recognition, people reach out and such,” Creamer said. &l
  
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• B.C. retains legal counsel in California to potentially sue OpenAI over Tumbler Ridge

  07-07-2026 18:56 via abbynews.com
  
  B.C. is retaining legal counsel to explore its options to sue OpenAI in California for the company’s failure to notify police about the alleged Tumbler Ridge shooter’s flagged online activity.
  This would add to several suits already filed by victims’ family members in the state.
  “We will use the courts to pursue accountability and ensure that British Columbians are not left bearing the costs of corporate wrongdoings,” B.C. Attorney General Niki Sharma said at a Tues
  
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• Brunswick Creek wildfire remains out of control as response continues

  07-07-2026 17:04 via abbynews.com
  
  Almost 100 firefighters and 12 helicopters continue to respond to the Brunswick Creek wildfire.
  According to the latest update from BC Wildfire Service on Tuesday morning (July 7), ground crews are being supported by heavy equipment and helicopters with night vision capability. An incident management team will also be in place on Tuesday.
  The blaze remains out of control at 1,230 hectares and evacuation orders have been issued by Fraser Valley Regional District, Boston Bar First Nation and Booth
  
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• WORLD CUP DAILY, July 7: Belgium advances, U.S.A. eliminated

  07-07-2026 16:00 via abbynews.com
  
  Daily FIFA World Cup soccer match updates and news for Black Press Media publications.
  All three host nations of the 2026 World Cup have been eliminated in the round of 16. Canada was eliminated July 4, Mexico on July 5th and the United States on July 6.
  The United States were outplayed by Belgium and was defeated 4-1 on Monday (July 6) in Seattle, WA.
  Portugal was also eliminated after losing to Spain 1-0 earlier on Monday. Portuguese soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo confirmed after the match
  
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• Where the rules don’t apply: FortisBC and the Christina Lake data centre controversy

  07-07-2026 02:05 via abbynews.com
  
  Faced with mounting public concern about power- and water-hungry data centres, the B.C. government has taken action to limit the amount of electricity BC Hydro is willing to supply, forcing companies to bid for the right to connect.
  But the province doesn’t just have one electrical utility: Southeastern British Columbia is served by FortisBC.
  In this area that spans the Kootenays and Southern Interior, these new rules won’t apply, and the province has far less sway over which project
  
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• Where the rules don’t apply: Fortis and the Christina Lake data centre controversy

  07-07-2026 02:05 via abbynews.com
  
  Faced with mounting public concern about power- and water-hungry data centres, the B.C. government has taken action to limit the amount of electricity BC Hydro is willing to supply, forcing companies to bid for the right to connect.
  But the province doesn’t just have one electrical utility: Southeastern British Columbia is served by FortisBC.
  In this area that spans the Kootenays and Southern Interior, these new rules won’t apply, and the province has far less sway over which project
  
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• Archway golf tournament in Abbotsford raises more than $101K

  07-07-2026 01:43 via abbynews.com
  
  Archway Community Services raised more than $101,000 in support of local programs at its recent ninth annual charity golf tournament.
  A total of 140 golfers took part in the event on June 23 at Ledgeview Golf Club, exceeding the $95,000 raised at the 2025 tournament by more than six per cent.
  The tournament brought together residents, business leaders, and long-time supporters for a day of friendly competition, connection and a shared purpose of giving back.
  Jacky Gill, chair of the Archway golf
  
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• B.C.’s estimate for Massey Tunnel replacement more than doubles to $8.5B

  07-07-2026 01:15 via abbynews.com
  
  B.C.’s transportation minister says the George Massey Tunnel replacement will now cost about $8.5 billion — nearly twice the 2021 estimate of $4.15 billion for a new eight-lane submersed-tube tunnel beneath the Fraser River.
  But the federal government has also promised to kick in $3 billion as part of a memorandum of understanding recently signed with the province.
  “This updated budget reflects today’s market conditions, inflation, project scope, and the realities of deli
  
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• UPDATE: Wildfire east of Kamloops being held

  07-07-2026 00:52 via abbynews.com
  
  Update, 6:20 p.m.
  The wildfire east of Kamloops is now being held.
  The BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) updated the public at 6:03 p.m. saying the wildfire discovered earlier on Monday near Harper Ranch Road is being held.
  The fire was first reported as four hectares but was sized at 20 hectares in the wildfire service’s last update at 5:09 p.m.
  The City of Kamloops posted to their Facebook page at 5:50 p.m. about the fire.
  “Crews have made great progress on the fire securing the perimeter
  
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• Out-of-control wildfire east of Kamloops grows to 20 hectares

  07-07-2026 00:52 via abbynews.com
  
  Update, 5:51 p.m.
  The wildfire east of Kamloops has grown to 20 hectares.
  The fire was discovered on Monday, with the latest update at 5:09 p.m. from the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS).
  The fire near Shuswap Road north of the South Thompson River was first sized at four hectares and is suspected to be human caused.
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  A wildfire has been discovered east of Kamloops.
  The BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) says the fire is four hectares and out of control.
  The wildfire service says it is located n
  
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• 4-hectare wildfire discovered east of Kamloops out of control

  07-07-2026 00:52 via abbynews.com
  
  A wildfire has been discovered east of Kamloops.
  The BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) says the fire is four hectares and out of control.
  The wildfire service says it is located near Harper Ranch Road. According to the wildfire map, it is north of the South Thompson River near Shuswap Road.
  Kamloops Fire Centre is assisting Kamloops and Tk’emlups Fire Rescue in responding to the wildfire.
  BCWS says there are firefighting crews and aviation resources assigned to the incident.
  Humans are the suspec
  
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• Abbotsford Canucks’ 2026-27 roster forms after free agency opening

  06-07-2026 23:37 via abbynews.com
  
  Week one of free agency is nearly in the books and the Abbotsford Canucks 2026-27 roster has begun to take shape.
  Veteran defenceman Guillaume Brisebois was inked to a deal just ahead of the July 1 opening on June 30 and the 2015 third round pick of the Vancouver Canucks agreed to a one-year, two-way deal.
  Brisebois is the third longest-serving Canuck behind only Brock Boeser and Thatcher Demko. He made his AHL debut in 2017-18 with the Utica Comets and suited up in the NHL for the first time in
  
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• Motorcyclists dies in B.C. highway crash after allegedly speeding by police check

  06-07-2026 23:05 via abbynews.com
  
  B.C.’s police watchdog has been notified about a highway crash where a motorcyclist died after reportedly been observed by police speeding and driving erratically.
  A B.C. Highway Patrol officer was doing speed enforcement on Highway 99 when the officer saw two motorcyclists allegedly speeding and driving erratically around 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 5, according to a news release from B.C. RCMP Monday.
  The release says the officer left their position along the highway and moments later foun
  
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• Motorcyclist dies in B.C. highway crash after allegedly speeding by police check

  06-07-2026 23:05 via abbynews.com
  
  B.C.’s police watchdog has been notified about a highway crash where a motorcyclist died after reportedly been observed by police speeding and driving erratically.
  A B.C. Highway Patrol officer was doing speed enforcement on Highway 99 when the officer saw two motorcyclists allegedly speeding and driving erratically around 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 5, according to a news release from B.C. RCMP Monday.
  The Independent Investigations Office of B.C., the police watchdog, said the B.C. Highway
  
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• VIDEO: Vancouver Bandits fall to Calgary

  06-07-2026 23:00 via abbynews.com
  
  Vancouver Bandits first game with a new head coach at the helm was a loss, a 92-84 defeat by the Calgary Surge Sunday on Envision Financial Court at Langley Events Centre.Bandits interim head coach Rans Brempong, who was moved up after head coach Kyle Julius announced he was leaving, said the team needed to “work on our pace” after put up 33 points in the first quarter, only to fade as the game went on, scoring just 51 points the rest of the way.
  “I think that’s a big thi
  
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• BC Hydro gives more details on how to get free smart thermostats starting this fall

  06-07-2026 22:46 via abbynews.com
  
  B.C. released more information on Monday (July 6) about a new program to provide free smart thermostats to BC Hydro customers with electric baseboard heaters.
  “In order to offer this program, we need the technology,” Energy and Climate Solutions Minister Adrian Dix said. “I’m happy to announce BC Hydro is signing agreements with two great Canadian vendors to provide that technology”
  Homeowners will be able to order up to five new Mysa or Sinopé thermostats th
  
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• B.C. businesses with temporary patios for World Cup can apply for extension

  06-07-2026 22:04 via abbynews.com
  
  Businesses that has temporary outdoor patios approved for FIFA World Cup can now apply to keep them open until Labour Day, the government announced Monday (July 6).
  Eligible businesses with approved FIFA World Cup related outdoor temporary extensions will be able to apply to extend those approvals through to Sept. 6.
  The release adds that this move will help businesses “build on the momentum generated by the tournament, while providing British Columbians and visitors with more outdoor dini
  
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• Wrong place, right time: Barriere helps Ashcroft fight grass fire

  06-07-2026 22:00 via abbynews.com
  
  It’s not uncommon for fire departments to help each other out in an emergency, but the crew at Ashcroft Fire Rescue (AFR) got a big surprise when they found out who came to their assistance for a routine fire call on June 19.
  At 9:14 p.m. on Friday, June 19, AFR received a call from Kamloops Fire Dispatch about a grass fire at the junction of Cornwall Road and Highway 1 near the Esso Travel Centre. AFR Chief Josh White says crews acted quickly to reach the hall, gear up, and roll out.
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• Mill Lake Music series returns to Abbotsford

  06-07-2026 22:00 via abbynews.com
  
  The Abbotsford Arts Council presents Mill Lake Music, a free outdoor concert series, every Tuesday in July.
  The series run from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on the Kariton Art Gallery stage at 2387 Ware St. in Mill Lake Park.
  Kicking off the series on July 7 is Mara Hatklin, a Mission-based singer/songwriter with jazz and soul influences.
  Alison May, a self-taught pianist with a unique style of folk and blues melodies, takes to the stage on July 14.
  Next up on July 21 is Franklyn Woods and his soft-spoken
  
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• Abbotsford gets $150,000 to reduce red tape for new homes

  06-07-2026 21:15 via abbynews.com
  
  Building new homes in Abbotsford will now become even easier thanks to a recent $150,000 grant from the provincial government.
  The funding is part of a $9 million contribution across 56 B.C. communities that is meant to help fast-track the approval of new home builds through the Union of British Columbia Municipalities (UBCM) Local Government Development Approvals Program.
  This program exists to provide local governments with methods of streamlining the development-approval process and introduci
  
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• VIDEO: U.S. attendance down slightly at annual B.C. cross-border races

  06-07-2026 20:45 via abbynews.com
  
  A cross-border race event at the Langley Quarter Midget track in Aldergrove drew fewer American competitors than usual, likely because it happened to coincide with the July 4 U.S. holiday weekend down south.A busy weekend at the Langley Quarter Midget track in Aldergrove pic.twitter.com/fGbeBwZqhl
  — Langley Advance Times (@LangleyTimes) July 5, 2026
  Ken Shrimpton, LQMA promotions director, said they expected the scheduling of the Northern Shootout would either mean a bump up in the numbers
  
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• Abbotsford city manager announces retirement

  06-07-2026 20:37 via abbynews.com
  
  The City of Abbotsford has announced that city manager Peter Sparanese is retiring, and the search is on for his replacement.
  Sparanese has worked in public service for more than 30 years, including 11 years with the City of Abbotsford.
  He has been city manager since 2018, overseeing the administration of the city’s $154 million budget and leading more than 1,100 municipal employees.
  Sparanese first joined the city as the general manager of engineering and regional utilities in 2015.
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