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• Fraser Valley Symphony performs works from classical era

  01-04-2018 19:00 via abbynews.com
  
  Concert on April 8 in Abbotsford features trumpet soloist Daeyong RaThe post Fraser Valley Symphony performs works from classical era appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• ‘Price is Right Live’ game show coming to 5 B.C. cities this fall

  17-06-2026 19:00 via abbynews.com
  
  An interactive, non-televised live version of an iconic game show is coming to B.C. this fall with tour stops in Surrey, Kelowna, Victoria, Duncan and Abbotsford.
  The Price is Right LIVE invites audiences members to “come on down!” to the stage for a chance to win prizes playing games such as Plinko, Cliff Hangers, spinning the Big Wheel and more.
  The games, energy and prizes are similar to what you see on TV, notes a post on the tour website, where Canadian show dates are listed. Ti
  
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• Wildfire west of Princeton grows to 57 hectares, evacuation alert issued

  17-06-2026 18:43 via abbynews.com
  
  The Grasshopper Mountain wildfire has grown to 57 hectares, with an evacuation alert issued for the area.
  The blaze is located west of Princeton, near Tulameen.
  BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) has been responding to the incident with air tankers and helicopters alongside the Tulameen and District Fire Department.
  The Regional District of the Okanagan Similkameen (RDOS) issued the alert for properties west of Tulameen on Lawless Creek Road and Tulameen River Road due to the fire.
  The alert has been is
  
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• Woman struck by pickup truck in Mission, airlifted to hospital

  17-06-2026 18:37 via abbynews.com
  
  A pedestrian was airlifted to hospital in critical condition after she was struck by a vehicle in Mission on Tuesday night (June 16).
  Mission RCMP said a 66-year-old woman suffered a serious head injury after she was hit by a grey Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck at the corner of Cedar Street and Cherry Avenue just after 7:30 p.m.
  Police said there is no further update on her condition as of Wednesday morning (June 17).
  “It appears that the truck had been northbound on Cedar Street, stoppe
  
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• Abbotsford Film Society screens The Thin Man

  17-06-2026 18:14 via abbynews.com
  
  The Abbotsford Film Society (AFS) closes its fourth season with a screening of The Thin Man on Friday, June 19.
  AFS president Aaron Dawson said he chose The Thin Man because the movie is an excellent example of film that plays with genre expectations.
  “The Thin Man is based on a Dashiell Hammett novel, an author known for creating the tough, hardboiled detective character,” Dawson said. “The movie feels like a noir film but adds comedy to the mix, making it a really unique film
  
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• Man, 22, charged in connection to child abduction in Surrey

  17-06-2026 18:10 via abbynews.com
  
  A 22-year-old man has been charged in connection with an attempted child abduction in Surrey over the weekend.
  Surrey Police Service (SPS) is investigating the attempted child abduction by a stranger, which happened shortly after 6:30 p.m. on Saturday (June 13) in the 8100-block of 136A Street.
  A child was outside playing in a driveway when they were allegedly approached by a stranger and physically picked up, an SPS release noted.
  Bystanders saw the incident and intervened, causing the stranger
  
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• Gillian Featherstone (nee Brewster)

  17-06-2026 17:30 via abbynews.com
  
  January 31st 1941 – May 23rd 2026
  Gillian quietly passed away in her sleep at Agassiz Seniors Community after a long journey with Alzheimer’s disease. Born in Calcutta, India – she was the eldest daughter of Barry Ingram Frederick Brewster and Una (Corks) and sister to Brenda and Freda.
  From the age of five, Gillian attended Dow Hill, school in Kurseong, India making many life long friends. On completion she was very successful as an EA to a high ranking official at the Utility
  
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• Cornelia Mary Vanderspek

  17-06-2026 17:30 via abbynews.com
  
  In Loving Memory ~
  April 14, 1932 – June 2, 2026
  On June 2nd, our beloved Mom and Oma, Cornelia (Corry) Vanderspek was called home to be with her Lord and Saviour.
  Corry was born in Rijswijk, Netherlands. She was the first born to Simon and Gertrude Vankampen, followed by her brother Clarence and sister Irda. In 1951, on Corry’s 19th birthday, they immigrated to Canada and settled in the Fraser Valley. It was hard for Corry to leave behind her loving boyfriend, William (Bill) Vanders
  
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• WORLD CUP DAILY, June 17: Stars shine for France, Argentina and Norway; England vs. Croatia today

  17-06-2026 16:00 via abbynews.com
  
  Daily FIFA World Cup updates and news for Black Press Media publications.
  Favoured France booted their way to a 3-1 win over Senegal in the first of four World Cup matches Tuesday (June 16), a day when soccer superstars came to play.
  Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland and Lionel Messi all had multi-goal games on Day 6 of the tournament.
  In Group I action, Mbappe scored twice for France in New York, where Bradley Barcola added a third for the winners and Ibrahim Mbaye netted Senegal’s lone goal.
  
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• THE MOJ: B.C. Lions need win over Ticats to avoid falling into 0-2 hole

  17-06-2026 15:30 via abbynews.com
  
  A good start.
  It was a point of emphasis by B.C. Lions general manager Ryan Rigmaiden and head coach Buck Pierce during training camp in Kamloops.
  The Lions were 2-5 after two months of play last season but rallied to finish at 11-7 and second in the Western Division.
  That start cost the Lions first place – and home field advantage against Saskatchewan in the playoffs.
  It proved to be critical as the Riders won the Western Final 24-21 at Mosaic Stadium in Regina to advance to the Grey Cup,
  
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• Kalamoir Park wildfire in West Kelowna remains held, evacuation alert still in place

  17-06-2026 14:55 via abbynews.com
  
  The Kalamoir Park wildfire in West Kelowna remains being held on Wednesday morning, June 17.
  While the fire is expected to stay within its perimeter, 742 properties, totalling an approximate 1,700 residents, remain on evacuation alert, meaning they have to be ready to go at any time if the fire spreads.Everyone who was placed on an evacuation order on Tuesday was able to go home just before 7 p.m. as the order was downgraded to an alert.
  On Tuesday, West Kelowna Fire Chief Jason Brolund confirme
  
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• Crews to mop up hot spots at held West Kelowna wildfire, evacuation alert still in place

  17-06-2026 14:55 via abbynews.com
  
  UPDATE 6:10 a.m.
  West Kelowna Fire Rescue (WKFR) will be assessing the Kalamoir Park wildfire on Wednesday morning, fire chief Jason Brolund tells Black Press Media.
  Brolund said he expects “numerous” hotspots within the fire’s perimeter, which will show smoke throughout the day.
  “Because these are within the existing perimeter, we are not concerned about growth of the fire or risk to homes,” said Brolund.
  “Although not expected, I encourage the public to repo
  
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• Saanich paddlers tackle Race to Alaska for 3rd time 10 years after meeting there

  17-06-2026 14:30 via abbynews.com
  
  Already down three competitors, during its “proving ground” seagoing trip to Victoria, the Race to Alaska (R2AK) fleet takes off Wednesday at noon.When it does, Saanich paddlers Janice Mason and Ian Graeme are once again on the starting line of one of North America’s most unusual and demanding adventure races.The R2AK is a unique, engine-free, unsupported adventure race along the spectacular coast of B.C. and southeast Alaska. Competitors travel by sail, oar, paddle, pedal or a
  
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• Evacuation alert issued after wildfire grows to 22 hectares west of Princeton

  17-06-2026 08:00 via abbynews.com
  
  UPDATE:
  An evacuation alert has been issued for properties west of Tulameen on Lawless Creek Road and Tulameen River Road due to the Grasshopper Mountain wildfire.
  The blaze sparked Tuesday afternoon and quickly grew to an estimated 22 hectares. BC Wildfire responded to the incident with air tankers and helicopters alongside the Tulameen and District Fire Department.
  The Regional District of the Okanagan Similkameen asks those living on properties under the evacuation alert to prepare to evacuat
  
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• Bailey’s Law, on intimate partner violence, passes third reading in Senate

  17-06-2026 03:05 via abbynews.com
  
  It is now only a matter of time before Bailey’s Law can come into effect, as Bill C-225 passed its third reading in the Senate.
  After receiving its three readings in the House of Commons in April, Bill C-225 – otherwise known as Bailey’s Law – was quickly passed through the Senate, receiving its third reading on June 16.
  The act was first brought forth by Kamloops-Thompson-Nicola MP Frank Caputo and was named after Bailey McCourt, who died on July 4, 2025, following a vio
  
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• New well-being plan for children aims for better coordination in B.C. government

  17-06-2026 02:30 via abbynews.com
  
  Two years after the call for a well-being plan for children and teens, the provincial government has released an action plan.
  Children and Family Development Minister Jodie Wickens announced the new Child and Youth Well-Being Action Plan and Outcomes Framework during a news conference in Vancouver on Tuesday (June 16). She was joined by Attorney General Niki Sharma, Representative for Children and Youth Dr. Jennifer Charlesworth, and Alex Turpin, a former child in care and member of the ministry
  
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• No structures lost in suspicious West Kelowna wildfire: Fire Chief

  17-06-2026 01:30 via abbynews.com
  
  “Today could’ve been a disastrous day.”
  That’s why West Kelowna Fire Chief Jason Brolund spoke to the media regarding the Kalamoir Park wildfire on Tuesday afternoon.
  On June 16, a fire started in the West Kelowna park, with plumes of white smoke quickly growing, which could be seen from across Okanagan Lake.
  West Kelowna Fire Rescue (WKFR) was called to the scene and said tactical evacuations started “almost immediately” due to the path of the fire.
  “Up
  
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• Cultus Lake Waterpark to ‘remain closed’ until they get the all clear from 3 investigating agencies

  17-06-2026 01:00 via abbynews.com
  
  Cultus Lake Waterpark will remain closed as investigations continue after a dozen school children were injured in an electrical incident on Monday (June 15).
  Burn injuries from an electrified handrail occurred at the bottom of the Zero to 60 waterslide attraction, according to the latest details released by the waterpark on Tuesday (June 16).
  The park closure will go beyond the initial 48 hours first announced late Monday, and could extend until at least the following Monday, June 22.
  Park offic
  
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• Shots fired at Langley home part of extortion ploy, police confirm

  17-06-2026 00:30 via abbynews.com
  
  Shots fired at a Murrayville home are linked to extortion-related events in the region, according to Langley RCMP.
  Shots were fired in the early morning hours of June 12, in the 21500 block of 45A Avenue.
  Since the initial release, investigators have continued to advance the investigation and gather evidence. It has now been confirmed that this incident is linked to on-going extortion-related activity in the region.
  “Through continued investigative efforts, we have determined that this was
  
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• ‘Extremely concerning’: B.C. environmentalists outraged by minister’s caribou comments

  16-06-2026 23:45 via abbynews.com
  
  B.C. environmental organizations have expressed outrage over comments made by the minister of forests about caribou and old-growth during an interview in Revelstoke last Tuesday.
  Minister Ravi Parmar visited the community on June 9 to tour sites such as the Downie Timber saw mill, BC Hydro’s Revelstoke Dam and BC Housing’s Downie Street Redevelopment project.
  Fitting in a chat in the rain with Black Press Media, Parmar spoke about local mills, lumber market diversification, old-growt
  
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• Mission mayor pens letter to province after housing projects ‘halted’

  16-06-2026 23:12 via abbynews.com
  
  The province decided to “repace” funding commitments for two housing projects in Mission, according to a letter from Mayor Paul Horn attached to Monday’s (June 15) council agenda.
  SARA For Women’s Santa Rosa housing project was one of the projects halted as a result of the changes, Horn said.
  In the mayor’s letter penned to Premier David Eby and Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs Christine Boyle, he said the city was “deeply troubled” that the pro
  
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• Abbotsford air cadets hold annual ceremonial review

  16-06-2026 22:51 via abbynews.com
  
  The 861 Silver Fox Air Cadet Squadron in Abbotsford hosted its annual ceremonial review last Saturday (June 13).
  The event, held at the Ag-Rec Centre, was the culmination of a busy and successful training year for local youth aged 12 to 18.
  Behind the polished uniforms and precision drill are months of hard work, leadership development and personal growth.
  Throughout the year, 861 Silver Fox cadets represented their community at regional and provincial competitions, including band, effective spe
  
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• U.S.-Canada border barriers in place on FIFA World Cup game days

  16-06-2026 21:38 via abbynews.com
  
  Many have noticed there are new barriers at Peace Arch Park in South Surrey, located at the iconic memorial at the Canada-United States border.
  The temporary barriers, placed inside the memorial arch and beside it on the border between the two countries, sparked debate in social media groups after some posted photos and video.
  “This has to be a hoax,” one post said, while another suggested it’s because of FIFA and Vancouver co-hosting the World Cup.
  Another person who posted su
  
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• U.S.-Canada border barriers cause concern on Surrey, White Rock social media

  16-06-2026 21:38 via abbynews.com
  
  Many have noticed there are new barriers at Peace Arch Park in South Surrey, located at the iconic memorial at the Canada-United States border.
  The temporary barriers, placed inside the memorial arch and beside it on the border between the two countries, sparked debate in social media groups after some posted photos and video.
  “This has to be a hoax,” one post said, while another suggested it’s because of FIFA and Vancouver co-hosting the World Cup.
  Another person who posted su
  
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• Cole Clayton signs one-year, two-way deal with Canucks

  16-06-2026 21:32 via abbynews.com
  
  Abbotsford Canucks defenceman Cole Clayton will return to the Canucks organization for the 2026-27 season.
  Vancouver Canucks general manager Ryan Johnson announced that the defender has inked a one-year, two-day deal on Tuesday (June 16).
  Clayton, nicknamed ‘Cowboy’ due to his Alberta roots, was acquired by the Canucks in a trade with the San Jose Sharks organization that saw Kiefer Sherwood head to California. The Canucks also got second round picks in 2026 and 2027 in that move.He
  
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• VIDEO: Vancouver Bandits with Mitch Creek outpointed by Scarborough

  16-06-2026 21:30 via abbynews.com
  
  A returning Mitch Creek had a good game, but the same could not be said of his team, as the Vancouver Bandits fell 108-105 to Scarborough Shooting Stars Monday night at Langley Events Centre.Number 55, the Canadian Elite Basketball League Most Valuable Player, recorded 29 points, seven rebounds and four assists which helped the Bandits almost overcome a lead by the visiting Shooting Stars.
  They came within a point late in the game, but no closer.
  Bandits head coach Kyle Julius was happy with Cre
  
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• More than 25% of B.C. is at elevated drought levels

  16-06-2026 21:25 via abbynews.com
  
  B.C. is trending toward warm and dry conditions in the weeks to come., according to the latest update on the summer wildfire season.
  The province provided the latest on the wildfire situation and drought outlook on Tuesday (June 16) during a press conference in Vancouver. Emergency Management and Climate Readiness Minister Kelly Greene was joined by Forests Minister Ravi Parmar and Water, Land and Resource Stewardship Minister Randene Neill, as well as David Campbell, the head of B.C.’s Ri
  
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• Man charged with first degree murder in 2018 Pitt Meadows case

  16-06-2026 20:45 via abbynews.com
  
  Police believe they have solved an eight-year-old homicide, where the victim’s body was found in Pitt Meadows.
  On April 30, 2018, at approximately 2:30 p.m., Ridge Meadows RCMP received a report of a body found in a rural area of Pitt Meadows. Police found a deceased man, who was later identified as 43-year-old Ian Roberts of Delta.
  Earlier that morning, at approximately 6 a.m., Langley RCMP recovered a red 1996 GMC Jimmy associated to Roberts.
  The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (I
  
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• Distracted driving believed to be cause of FedEx crash near Sicamous

  16-06-2026 20:15 via abbynews.com
  
  A FedEx driver failed to deliver the “Purple Promise” after crashing into a rock face on Highway 97A near Sicamous.
  The Sicamous RCMP responded to a report of a single vehicle collision at 10:45 a.m. on Monday, June 15, and found the driver of a northbound courier truck failed to stay in the lane and was driving on the shoulder for a short stretch before hitting the solid rock wall.
  The impact tore the right side of the truck cab open “completely destroying” the vehicle.
  
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• UPDATE: Out-of-control West Kelowna wildfire now 8 hectares in size

  16-06-2026 20:13 via abbynews.com
  
  UPDATE 11:56 a.m.
  RCMP and peace officers are blocking Benedick Road at the intersection of Campbell Road and Lucinde Road.
  According to BC Wildfire Service, the blaze is now 8 hectares in size.
  At this time, no evacautions alerts or orders are in place.
  Helicopters are now on scene bucketing the blaze.
  UPDATE 11:56 a.m.
  RCMP and peace officers are blocking Benedick Road at the intersection of Campbell Road and Lucinde Road.
  According to BC Wildfire Service, the blaze is now 0.5 hectares in size
  
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