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• UPDATED: 34 rescued off whale watching boat in Georgia Strait

  23-10-2018 21:53 via abbynews.com
  
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• Search continues for boat that capsized of coast of Richmond, leaving 6 dead

  02-07-2026 22:45 via abbynews.com
  
  The search is continuing for a fishing charter boat that capsized off the coast of Richmond four days ago.
  Richmond RCMP say the search efforts are continuing Thursday (July 2) with the RCMP’s Underwater Recovery Team and West Coast Marine Services to locate the vessel that sank near Roberts Bank on June 28.
  Police say crews are using SONAR technology to search underwater
  However, conditions in the water have been “challenging, making the search slower and more difficult.”
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• B.C. attorney general announces chronic property offenders program

  02-07-2026 22:36 via abbynews.com
  
  A new province-wide program aims to tackle chronic property crime and public disorder.
  Deputy Premier and Attorney General of British Columbia Niki Sharma made the announcement during a visit to Smithers this morning (June 23).
  She said the new initiative is a response to a lot of municipalities and small businesses that have been saying that chronic property offenders are a problem.
  Dubbed the Chronic Property Offending Intervention Initiative (CPOII), Sharma said the program aims to target chr
  
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• North Vancouver volleyball coach charged with multiple sexual offences

  02-07-2026 22:17 via abbynews.com
  
  A North Vancouver volleyball coach is charged with multiple counts of sexual offences from alleged assaults dating back to 2016, with some involving youth.
  Iraj Mozaffari is facing 10 counts, including three counts of sexual interference of a person under 16, two counts of touching a young person for sexual purpose and five counts of sexual assault, North Vancouver RCMP announced Thursday (July 2).
  The offences are alleged to have occurred between January 2016 and December 2024.
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• Mission’s Teresa Kleindienst to be inducted into Canada Basketball’s Hall of Fame

  02-07-2026 21:49 via abbynews.com
  
  Mission’s Teresa (Gabriele) Kleindienst will be inducted into the Canada Basketball Hall of Fame this summer.
  Canada Basketball announced the 2026 class on Thursday (July 2) in a news release. Kleindienst will be recognized alongside nine others at a live induction ceremony in New Brunswick in August.
  The Heritage Park Secondary alumna boasts a long list of accomplishments from her basketball career.
  “Through her sustained excellence, international achievements, and unwavering commit
  
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• B.C. nurses begin job action following 72-hour strike notice

  02-07-2026 21:46 via abbynews.com
  
  B.C. Nurses’ Union members have officially begun job action.
  The union issued the 72-hour strike notice to the employer – the provincial government – on Monday, noting that job action would begin Thursday, July 2 at 12:01 p.m.
  The union says its now beginning targeted job action at worksites across the province.
  That means beginning Thursday nurses will no longer perform non-nursing duties, which the union says will allows nurses to “focus on the work they were trained to
  
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• Two inmates assaulted in Agassiz-area prison

  02-07-2026 20:56 via abbynews.com
  
  Two inmates at maximum-security Kent Institution were hospitalized following two separate incidents on June 28 and 29.
  Correctional Service Canada (CSC) said that the assailants have been identified and appropriate action as been taken. No CSC staff members or other inmates were injured during either incident.The Agassiz RCMP are investigating the incidents.“The safety and security of institutions, their staff, and the public remains the highest priority in the operations of the federal co
  
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• VIDEO: Chilliwack motorcyclist crashes in Vancouver after passing RCMP on shoulder

  02-07-2026 20:55 via abbynews.com
  
  RCMP have released a video showing a Chilliwack motorcyclist crashing his bike, and police are reminding drivers it’s illegal and dangerous to pass on the shoulder following an incident in Vancouver.
  The collision happened in heavy traffic westbound on Highway 1 near East 1st Avenue in Vancouver on June 18 at 9:22 a.m.
  A BC Highway Patrol officer was passed by a black Harley-Davidson motorcycle on the right shoulder. When the police officer activated his lights and siren, a blue pickup tru
  
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• Surrey Mayor Brenda Locke denies ‘bailing out’ developer on arena deal

  02-07-2026 20:45 via abbynews.com
  
  Surrey mayoral candidate Doug McCallum is accusing Mayor Brenda Locke of “bailing out” a land developer in a celebrated land swap that was publicly revealed on June 30 where land owned by the City of Surrey was traded for what’s to be the site of a 10,000-seat arena in Whalley, to be built where a Safeway grocery store was on 104 Avenue and King George Boulevard.
  McCallum, the former mayor leading the Safe Surrey Coalition into the October 17 civic election, says city hall has
  
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• B.C., feds agree to keep North Coast tanker ban, but still clear way for new pipeline

  02-07-2026 20:45 via abbynews.com
  
  The federal government will provide billions of dollars in support for B.C. projects and guarantee that the North Coast tanker restrictions will remain in place in exchange for a commitment not to oppose a new pipeline from Alberta to the coast.
  “We will not be going to court to fight a pipeline project,” B.C. Premier David Eby said in Vancouver on Thursday, July 2. “Instead, we will ensure we fulfill our constitutional obligations in good faith.”
  “Pipelines are fed
  
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• PHOTOS: Memorial butterfly release held in Abbotsford

  02-07-2026 20:42 via abbynews.com
  
  The rain held off as more than 100 people gathered to honour and remember their loved ones at the annual memorial butterfly release on Saturday (June 27).
  The event was held by the Abbotsford Hospice and Grief Support Society (AHGSS) at Tuscan Farm Garden.
  The gentle music of a harpist welcomed guests to the site.
  Mayor Ross Siemens was among those in attendance, joining community members in recognizing the importance of remembering those who have touched their lives.
  Each participant released a
  
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• Lighter shaped like grenade leads to police search at New Westminster park

  02-07-2026 20:33 via abbynews.com
  
  New Westminster police say lighters shaped like grenades are foolish after having to conduct a search at a park on Canada Day.
  New Westminster Police Department received a report from someone who described seeing what appeared to be a grenade at Ryall Park inside the dog park area around 10 a.m. on July 1, police said in a news release Thursday (July 2).
  Officers used a drone and searched the area. The suspicious object was found and determined to be a butane lighter in the shape of a grenade.
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• British Columbians reminded to use life jackets amid recent drowning deaths

  02-07-2026 20:29 via abbynews.com
  
  There have been more than 20 fatal drownings so far this year, and a society that advocates for water safety warns it could be a record-breaking year for deaths.
  Lifesaving Society’s B.C. and Yukon branch says – by its count – there have been 27 drowning deaths so far in the province in 2026.
  Lenea Grace, executive director of the society, said there has been a recent spike in drownings in B.C., pointing to a recent reported drowning on Okanagan Lake on June 29 and the presumed
  
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• Gardens can solve food and health crisis

  02-07-2026 19:00 via abbynews.com
  
  Over the weekend I watched the movie Farmacy of Light from Rob Herring, executive producer, which makes the case that the crises in our food system and in human health aren’t separate problems.
  They are one problem.
  The fresh produce sitting in your grocery store is measurably less nutritious today than the same vegetables grown just a few decades ago. This isn’t speculation. Researchers analyzing historical agricultural data have documented significant declines in essential vitamins
  
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• PHOTOS: Abbotsford celebrates Canada Day

  02-07-2026 18:54 via abbynews.com
  
  Abbotsford celebrated Canada Day on Wednesday with its annual parade along South Fraser Way and a family festival at Exhibition Park.
  Attractions throughout the festival included include hayrides, the Sports Zone, STEM Zone, Go Play Outside, the new RAD Torque Play Zone, and Unitech Slides.
  Other activities include three Dogwood Pacesetters Agility dog shows, inflatables, face painting, and airbrush tattoos.
  There was also a diverse selection of food and beverage options from the Greater Vancouv
  
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• WORLD CUP DAILY, July 2: England, USA and Belgium all advance to the Round of 16

  02-07-2026 17:21 via abbynews.com
  
  Daily FIFA World Cup soccer match updates and news for Black Press Media publications.
  Three matches were played Monday, including USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina, as England face off against the Democratic Republic of Congo.The United States, England and Belgium have all made it through to the next round.Portugal will play against Croatia at Toronto Stadium at 7 p.m. ET. Tickets for this match are $1,996, according to ticketdata.com on Thursday morning (July 2).Thursday, July 2:
  Spain vs. Austria
  
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• WORLD CUP DAILY, July 2: England, USA and Belgium advance to the Round of 16

  02-07-2026 17:21 via abbynews.com
  
  Daily FIFA World Cup soccer match updates and news for Black Press Media publications.
  Three matches were played Monday, including USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina, as England face off against the Democratic Republic of Congo.
  The United States, England and Belgium have all made it through to the next round.
  Portugal will play against Croatia at Toronto Stadium at 7 p.m. ET. Tickets for this match are $1,996, according to ticketdata.com on Thursday morning (July 2).
  The second-to-last match at BC P
  
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• What to expect (and do) in the first 4 weeks with a puppy

  02-07-2026 14:30 via abbynews.com
  
  Bringing a new puppy home is exciting, but it can also be overwhelming — for both the puppy and their new guardians.
  The first month is a period of adjustment, learning, and building trust. Understanding what your puppy needs during this time can help set the foundation for a confident, well-adjusted adult dog.
  Week one: Settling in
  Your puppy has just left everything they know, their littermates, familiar smells, and daily routine. It’s normal for puppies to feel uncertain, tired, o
  
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• Three-year-old battling cancer makes memories at Aldergrove zoo

  02-07-2026 02:45 via abbynews.com
  
  A special day at the Greater Vancouver Zoo in Aldergrove was more than just a meet-and-greet with animals for three-year-old Mavrik.
  The visit gave Mavrik and his family a chance to spend time together, create new memories, and enjoy an outing made possible through the support of Canuck Place Children’s Hospice and zoo staff.
  Mavrik has always been a kid full of energy, according to his dad, Derek Turnbull.
  The toddler especially loves hockey and, more recently, dinosaurs, which was the ma
  
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• Hands Across the Border: B.C. resident co-writes song honouring Canada-U.S. bond

  01-07-2026 20:30 via abbynews.com
  
  A song written by two Canadians – including one from Surrey – is celebrating the longstanding bond between Canada and the United States.
  As Canadians prepare for Canada Day on July 1, and Americans get ready for Independence Day on July 4, a new song by South Surrey’s Marc Burchell and Halifax singer-songwriter Terry Kelly highlights the friendship between the two countries.
  Kelly is an Order of Canada recipient, award-winning singer-songwriter, motivational speaker and accompl
  
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• Former Kelowna Rocket back for 3rd stint with Vancouver Canucks

  01-07-2026 20:30 via abbynews.com
  
  Third time’s the charm.
  On Wednesday, July 1, the Vancouver Canucks announced the signing of defenceman Luke Schenn to a one-year, $2.25 million contract.
  For the former Kelowna Rocket, this is his third stint with the Canucks. During the 2018-19 season, the Saskatoon product played in 18 games, tallying two assists. He was also with the Canucks for two seasons, from 2021-23, where he played 121 games, scoring eight goals and adding 30 assists.
  The 2026-27 campaign will be his 19th NHL sea
  
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• UPDATE: Highway 1 westbound between Chilliwack, Hope down to 1 lane after crash

  01-07-2026 20:09 via abbynews.com
  
  UPDATE 11:29 a.m.
  Westbound traffic is moving again, but the left lane remains blocked due to the multi-vehicle crash.
  Delays are expected in the area due to traffic congestion.
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  A crash involving a U-Haul truck has closed Highway 1 westbound in the Popkum area, just outside Chilliwack.
  The incident occurred around 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 1, near Exit 146, involving at least two vehicles.
  The U-Haul truck is blocking the majority of the westbound lanes, forcing the closure.
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• Crash involving moving truck closes Highway 1 westbound between Chilliwack, Hope

  01-07-2026 20:09 via abbynews.com
  
  A crash involving a U-Haul truck has closed Highway 1 westbound in the Popkum area, just outside Chilliwack.
  The incident occurred around 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 1, near Exit 146, involving at least two vehicles.
  The U-Haul truck is blocking the majority of the westbound lanes, forcing the closure.
  It’s unknown at this time if anyone is injured.
  Emergency crews are on scene.
  Travellers can use Highway 7 as an alternative route.
  
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• Blue Jays pitcher, future hall of famer, to make start for Vancouver Canadians: report

  01-07-2026 18:45 via abbynews.com
  
  Baseball fans can get a closer look at a future Hall of Fame pitcher in Vancouver this Friday.
  Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Max Scherzer will make a rehabilitation start for the High-A Vancouver Canadians on July 3, according to a report by Sportsnet’s Shi Davidi on Wednesday, July 1.
  Scherzer, who is currently on the injured list with back spasms, will pitch on Friday and then join the Blue Jays in Seattle for the club’s three-game weekend series to determine next steps in his recovery
  
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• Blue Jays pitcher, future hall of famer to make start for Vancouver Canadians: report

  01-07-2026 18:45 via abbynews.com
  
  Baseball fans can get a closer look at a future Hall of Fame pitcher in Vancouver this Friday.
  Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Max Scherzer will make a rehabilitation start for the High-A Vancouver Canadians on July 3, according to a report by Sportsnet’s Shi Davidi on Wednesday, July 1.
  Scherzer, who is currently on the injured list with back spasms, will pitch on Friday and then join the Blue Jays in Seattle for the club’s three-game weekend series to determine next steps in his recovery
  
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• Motorcycle rider airlifted to hospital after crash in Abbotsford

  01-07-2026 16:33 via abbynews.com
  
  A motorcycle rider was taken to hospital with serious, life-threatening injuries after a crash in Abbotsford on Tuesday (June 30).
  According to a news release from the Abbotsford Police Department, the collision between a motorcycle and a commercial vehicle occurred at roughly 7:39 p.m. on Sumas Way at Mcclary Ave.
  The motorcycle rider was airlifted to hospital, while the driver of the commercial vehicle was not injured and remained on scene to cooperate.
  Police say an investigation alongside th
  
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• Victoria golfer captures pair of B.C. championship titles in Chilliwack

  01-07-2026 16:30 via abbynews.com
  
  A wave of relief washed over Veronica Ivy on the 18th green at Chilliwack Golf Club as she tapped in a final putt to claim two provincial golf championships on June 25.
  The Gorge Vale Golf Club member won both the women’s B.C. Mid-Amateur and Mid-Master championships, carding a 54-hole total of 223 to finish seven over par and one stroke ahead of Nonie Marler.
  The events ran concurrently with the B.C. Women’s Amateur from June 23 to 25.
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• Private bus flips after collision with car in Abbotsford

  01-07-2026 16:21 via abbynews.com
  
  Four people were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries after a private bus flipped in Abbotsford on Tuesday (June 30).
  The Abbotsford Police Department said in a social media post that officers responded to the collision between a car and a private bus at Clearbrook Road and Austin Avenue at approximately 7:32 p.m.
  Police say multiple passengers were aboard the bus at the time of the crash and three were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The driver of the car w
  
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• Registration still open for PGA qualifier in Harrison Mills

  01-07-2026 15:00 via abbynews.com
  
  Registration ends soon for the local qualifier of the PGA Scramble event in Harrison Mills.
  The qualifier takes place Monday, July 13, at Sandpiper Resort (14282 Morris Valley Rd.) Teams of four golfers over the age of 19 can still register until Friday, July, 3; there is a cutoff of 30 teams.
  The PGA Scramble, presented by BMW, is the largest grassroots amateur golf program in Canada, set at 185 locations nationwide.
  The winners of local qualifiers are invited to participate in one of 13 region
  
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• Couple cares for pets left behind during Fort Simpson, NWT wildfire

  01-07-2026 14:30 via abbynews.com
  
  While the residents of Fort Simpson have had to flee their homes because of the wildfire bearing down on the community, some of them won’t have to worry about the animals they were forced to leave behind.
  Diedra Villeneuve and her partner, Derek McKillop, have been spending upwards of 14 hours a day driving around the community feeding and providing water and cuddles to pets that had to stay in Simpson.
  “Everyone can be assured their dogs are being taken care of,” said Villeneu
  
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