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• Ukraine Olympian’s banned skeleton helmet a rallying symbol at Ottawa demonstration

  22-02-2026 23:39 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  OTTAWA — As the Winter Olympics drew to a close on Sunday in Milan, Ukrainian slider Vladyslav Heraskevych's disqualification for wearing a helmet commemorating fallen Ukrainian athletes and coaches was a rallying point for some 300 demonstrators on Parliament Hill in Ottawa.
  The Ukrainian Canadian Congress held an event to mark the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. It was one of 60 gatherings planned for across the country in the days around the annivers
  
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• Blue Jays rally falls short in 11-10 Grapefruit League loss to Red Sox

  22-02-2026 22:38 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  FORT MYERS — The Toronto Blue Jays fell 11-10 to the Boston Red Sox on Sunday, scoring three times in the ninth before coming up short in their second Grapefruit League game of the spring.
  The Blue Jays (1-1) scored four runs in the first inning on RBI hits from designated hitter Eloy Jiménez, second baseman Leo Jiménez and shortstop Arjun Nimmala, but Boston (2-0) answered with four of its own in the bottom half.
  Toronto later built a 7-4 lead in the sixth on Eloy Jimé
  
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• RCMP can’t corroborate ‘veracity’ of multiple threats in Tumbler Ridge, B.C.

  22-02-2026 22:15 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  RCMP say they have not been able to corroborate the "veracity" of multiple threats being received in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., in the wake of the recent school shooting there.
  A short statement issued Sunday from B.C. RCMP spokesman Staff Sgt. Kris Clark says Mounties became aware of threats that circulated online and within the community.
  Clark says that investigators' assessment of the situation has determined that the "veracity of the multiple threats being received have not been corroborated."
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• Next US-Iran nuclear talks are Thursday in Geneva as Washington awaits proposed deal from Tehran

  22-02-2026 20:45 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The United States and Iran will hold their next round of nuclear talks Thursday in Geneva, a facilitator said Sunday, as the Islamic Republic faces both the threat of a U.S. military strike and new protests at home.Oman's foreign minister, Badr al-Busaidi, confirmed the talks. Oman previously hosted the indirect talks on the Islamic Republic’s nuclear program and facilitated the latest round in Geneva last week.There was no immediate comment from th
  
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• US men’s hockey gold medal and Eileen Gu’s halfpipe victory highlight final day of Winter Olympics

  22-02-2026 20:44 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  MILAN (AP) — Jack Hughes’ overtime goal against Canada gave the United States its first Olympic gold medal in men’s hockey since 1980 — and on the 46th anniversary of the “ Miracle on Ice ” no less.
  Hughes, who had lost a tooth or two from a high stick during the game, scored off a pass from Zach Werenski early into 3-on-3 overtime to clinch a 2-1 victory Sunday.
  “It doesn’t matter about the goal. Just an unbelievable team, unbelievable team win,&r
  
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• Mexican army kills leader of powerful Jalisco New Generation Cartel during operation to capture him

  22-02-2026 20:38 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  MEXICO CITY (AP) — The Mexican army killed the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, “El Mencho, ” on Sunday, decapitating what had become Mexico's most powerful cartel and giving the government its biggest prize yet to show the Trump administration for its efforts.Oseguera Cervantes was wounded in an operation to capture him Sunday in Tapalpa, Jalisco about two hours drive southwest of Guadalajara Sunday and died while being flow
  
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• UFV Chilliwack to host open house for future students in trades, health and agriculture

  22-02-2026 20:16 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  CHILLIWACK — Students looking to get into a more manually fulfilling career are invited to an upcoming event focused on hands-on learning this week.
  The University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) is hosting a free open house on Thursday, February 26, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. in Chilliwack.
  Trades and technology, health sciences, and agriculture programs will headline the in-person event, each bringing unique representations of its program.
  Visitors can tour shops and teaching kitchens at the Trade
  
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• Mexican army kills leader of powerful Jalisco New Generation Cartel, official says

  22-02-2026 20:08 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  MEXICO CITY (AP) — The Mexican army killed the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, “El Mencho, ” in an operation Sunday, a federal official said, decapitating what had become Mexico's most powerful cartel and giving the government its biggest prize yet to show the Trump administration for its efforts.The official, who requested anonymity because they were not authorized to speak publicly, said it happened during a military opera
  
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• The next US-Iran talks will be Thursday in Geneva, Oman says

  22-02-2026 19:39 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The next round of talks between the United States and Iran will be Thursday in Geneva, Oman’s foreign minister said Sunday, shortly after Tehran's top diplomat said he expected to meet U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff then.Foreign Minister Badr al-Busaidi said on social media he was pleased to confirm the development, “with a positive push to go the extra mile towards finalizing the deal.” Oman previously hosted the indirect talks on the Islamic
  
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• Canadians in Mexican state ordered to shelter in place as violence erupts

  22-02-2026 19:18 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  HALIFAX — Canadians in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, are being ordered to shelter in place as violence escalates in the region.The federal government is warning Canadians in Jalisco State, including popular tourist destination Puerto Vallarta, that criminal groups have set up road blocks with burning vehicles in the area.The feds say there have also been shootouts and explosions.It's not yet clear if there are any injuries from the violence.Air Canada, Porter and WestJet have cancelled flights
  
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• Oman says next US-Iran talks will be Thursday in Geneva

  22-02-2026 19:14 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Oman's foreign minister says the next round of talks between the United States and Iran will be Thursday in Geneva.Badr al-Busaidi said on social media Sunday he was pleased to confirm the development, “with a positive push to go the extra mile towards finalizing the deal.”Oman previously hosted talks and facilitated the latest round in Geneva last week.THIS IS A BREAKING NEWS UPDATE. AP’s earlier story follows below.DUBAI, United Arab E
  
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• Mexican army kills leader of Jalisco New Generation Cartel, official says

  22-02-2026 18:35 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  MEXICO CITY (AP) — The Mexican army killed the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, “El Mencho,” in an operation Sunday, a federal official said.The official, who requested anonymity because they were not authorized to speak publicly, said it happened during a military operation in the western state of Jalisco.It followed several hours of roadblocks with burning vehicles in Jalisco and other states. Such tactics are commonly used
  
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• Locals catch early morning beers in Abbotsford bars for gold medal hockey game

  22-02-2026 18:17 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  ABBOTSFORD — Some residents started their day with a different kind of cold brew after the City of Abbotsford extended liquor service hours for the Olympic Gold Medal hockey game this morning. 
  The City announced its decision late Saturday afternoon, in accordance with a one-time provincial ruling that licensed premises across British Columbia may open and serve liquor as early as 5 a.m. today, February 22.
  Old Yale Brewing on Laurel Street marked the event with $25 tickets that give
  
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• Police continue seeking woman last seen in Langley more than four months ago

  22-02-2026 18:15 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  LANGLEY — Loved ones had to mark one woman’s 40th birthday without its host this weekend, as the search continues for the celebrant’s whereabouts months after she disappeared. 
  Surrey police say Yvonne Jackson was last seen on October 6, 2025, in the 22000 block of Fraser Highway in Langley. 
  “Police have completed several investigative tasks over the past four-and-a-half months and are turning, once again, to the public in the hopes that someone has further inf
  
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• Overtime hockey heartbreak closes Milan Cortina Olympics for Canada

  22-02-2026 17:51 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  MILAN — After a medal-filled second week, Canada’s Olympic run in Milan Cortina ended with a devastating 2-1 overtime loss to the United States in the men’s hockey gold-medal final on Sunday.
  New Jersey Devils forward Jack Hughes scored 1:41 into extra time, left alone in the slot during 3-on-3 play as Canada scrambled after surrendering an odd-man break seconds earlier.
  Matthew Boldy of the Minnesota Wild also tallied for the U.S. in the first period, while Colorado Avalanche
  
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• Canada loses 2-1 in OT to U.S. in men’s hockey final at Milan Cortina Winter Games

  22-02-2026 17:19 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  MILAN — The Canadian men’s hockey team could not maintain its best-on-best dominance over the United States, falling 2-1 in overtime in Sunday’s gold-medal game at the Milan-Cortina Games.
  New Jersey Devils forward Jack Hughes scored 1:41 into overtime, left alone in the slot during 3-on-3 play as Canada scrambled after surrendering an odd-man break seconds earlier.
  Matthew Boldy of the Minnesota Wild also tallied for the U.S. in the first period, while Colorado Avalanche defen
  
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• CRIME STOPPERS: Most Wanted – Week of February 22, 2026

  22-02-2026 17:00 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  CHILLIWACK — Here are three people wanted by police in our region this week. This list is provided by Crime Stoppers.
  Name: Scott TonksAge: 42
  Height: 5’9” ft Weight: 194lbs
  Hair: Blonde/Brown Eyes: Blue
  Wanted: Traffic in Controlled Substance x2, and Possess Controlled Drug/Substance for Trafficking x2
  Warrant in effect: January 12, 2026
  Parole Jurisdiction: Chilliwack
  Name: Kurtis BillyAge: 38
  Height: 5’8” ft Weight: 196lbs
  Hair: Black Eyes: Brown
  Wanted: Unlawful
  
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• CP NewsAlert: Jack Hughes scores in overtime, US beats Canada 2-1

  22-02-2026 16:54 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  MILAN — Jack Hughes has scored in overtime to give the United States a 2-1 win over Canada in the Olympic men's hockey final.
  More to come.
  The Canadian Press
  
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• CP NewsAlert: Men’s gold-medal game between Canada and U.S. tied 1-1 after regulation

  22-02-2026 16:33 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  MILAN — The Olympic men's hockey final between Canada and the United States is tied 1-1 after regulation.
  More to come.
  The Canadian Press
  
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• Armed man shot and killed after entering secure perimeter of Mar-a-Lago, Secret Service says

  22-02-2026 15:50 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. Secret Service announced Sunday that an armed man was shot and killed after entering the secure perimeter of Mar-a-Lago, President Donald Trump’s resort in Palm Beach, Florida.Although Trump often spends weekends at his resort, he was at the White House during this incident. First lady Melania Trump was also with the president.The name of the person who was shot has not been released. According to the Secret Service, he was “observed by the north gate
  
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• The Latest: Armed man shot, killed after entering perimeter of Mar-a-Lago, Secret Service says

  22-02-2026 15:44 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  An armed man was shot and killed after entering the secure perimeter of Mar-a-Lago, President Donald Trump’s resort in Palm Beach, Florida. Although Trump often spends weekends at his resort, he was at the White House during this incident. First lady Melania Trump was also with the president at the White House on Saturday night. The name of the person who was shot has not been released. The incident took place at 1:30 a.m. Sunday. The latest:FBI asks neighbors for helpThe FBI asked area re
  
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• Canada captain Crosby out of gold-medal hockey game against United States

  22-02-2026 13:38 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  MILAN — The Canadian men's hockey team will be without captain Sidney Crosby when it closes the Milan Cortina Olympics with a gold-medal showdown against the archrival United States.
  Crosby sustained a lower-body injury during Canada's quarterfinal win over Czechia after his right leg bent awkwardly on a hit.
  He sat out Canada's 3-2 semifinal win against Finland on Friday.
  Connor McDavid will serve as captain in Crosby's absence for a second straight day.
  The Canadians and the Americans re
  
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• CP NewsAlert: Canada’s Sidney Crosby out for Olympic gold-medal game

  22-02-2026 13:02 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  MILAN — Canadian captain Sidney Crosby will miss the men’s hockey gold-medal game against the United States at the Milan Cortina Olympics with a lower-body injury sustained in the quarterfinals.
  More to come.
  The Canadian Press
  
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• Nationwide events mark four years since Russian invasion of Ukraine

  22-02-2026 12:00 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  OTTAWA — The Ukrainian Canadian Congress will hold an event on Parliament Hill today to mark the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
  It is one of 60 gatherings planned for across the country in the days around the anniversary.
  On Feb. 24, 2022, Russia launched an unprovoked attack on Ukraine, by land, sea and air, and four years later, more than a million people have been killed and millions more displaced.
  This weekend and over the next several days, candl
  
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• Four years after full-scale Ukraine invasion, Canada faces tough choices on defence

  22-02-2026 12:00 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  OTTAWA — As the world marks four years since Russia began its full-scale invasion of Ukraine on Tuesday, analysts say Moscow has contributed to global instability that will force Canadians to spend more — and more quickly — to defend their territory.
  "People need to understand why defence is extremely important right now, and why we're going to have to make sacrifices financially to make sure that we stay protected and safe in the long run," said Anton Sestritsyn, a lobbyist wh
  
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• Top-ranked Thitikul wins home LPGA Thailand tournament for the first time

  22-02-2026 10:14 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  CHONBURI, Thailand (AP) — World No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul justified her top billing in emphatic fashion after edging Japan’s Chizzy Iwai by one stroke to claim her home LPGA Thailand tournament for the first time.
  Buoyed by raucous home support, the Thai star kept her composure under sweltering conditions and intense pressure to card a closing 4-under-par 68, finishing at 24-under-par 264.The victory marked her eighth LPGA Tour title and her first triumph on home soil.
  “I would rate
  
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• All eyes on men’s hockey final between Canada, U.S. on Games’ last day

  22-02-2026 10:00 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  MILAN — Day 16 of the Milan Cortina Games is also its last, and all eyes will be on the gold-medal grudge match between Canada and the United States for men's hockey supremacy.
  The Canadians and the Americans will rekindle their heated rivalry, most recently played out in last year's 4 Nation Face-Off tournament where Canada emerged victorious. Canada has beaten the U.S. for Olympic gold in 2002 and 2010 with NHL players, and the Americans have not won gold at the Games since Lake Placid i
  
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• Messi, MLS champs Inter Miami get trounced 3-0 by LAFC in season opener

  22-02-2026 07:51 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  LOS ANGELES (AP) — Lionel Messi and Inter Miami got off to a rough start in their Major League Soccer Cup title defence when David Martínez, Denis Bouanga and Nathan Ordaz scored in Los Angeles FC's 3-0 victory Saturday night.
  Son Heung-min set up Martínez's opening goal for LAFC, which emphasized its status as a primary threat to Miami's crown during a lively MLS season opener between two of the league's marquee clubs.
  “This game is always special because Messi played,
  
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• Pelligrino’s three-point night helps San Diego whip Montreal 5-0 in MLS season opener

  22-02-2026 06:53 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  SAN DIEGO (AP) — Amahl Pellegrino had a goal and two assists to help San Diego FC beat CF Montreal 5-0 on Saturday night in the Major League Soccer regular-season opener for both teams.Eighteen-year-old Duran Ferree made his MLS debut and finished with two saves for San Diego.Tomas Aviles was shown a straight red card in the 50th minute and Montreal played a man down the rest of the way.Christopher McVey, Onni Valakari, Marcus Ingvartsen and 18-year-old Bryan Zamblé each added a goa
  
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• Homeland Security suspends TSA PreCheck and Global Entry airport security programs

  22-02-2026 06:03 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is suspending the TSA PreCheck and Global Entry airport security programs as a partial government shutdown continues.The programs are designed to help speed registered travelers through security lines. Suspending them could cause headaches for fliers.Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said in a statement that “shutdowns have serious real world consequences.” She also said that “TSA and CBP are prioritizing th
  
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• Petar Musa scores twice as Dallas beats Toronto 3-2 in MLS season opener

  22-02-2026 04:54 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  FRISCO, Texas (AP) — Petar Musa scored two goals on Saturday night, Logan Farrington added a goal and an assist, and FC Dallas beat Toronto FC 3-2 in the Major League Soccer season opener for both teams.Toronto’s Djordje Mihailovic and Derrick Etienne Jr. each scored a goal.Musa flicked a header — off a cross played by Farrington — inside the left post from the centre of the area to cap the scoring in the 79th minute.Michael Collodi had five saves for Dallas, while Toront
  
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• Jackson scores, Vancouver Whitecaps blank Real Salt Lake 1-0 in MLS season opener

  22-02-2026 03:46 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  VANCOUVER — Aziel Jackson scored his first goal in a Whitecaps jersey, lifting Vancouver to a 1-0 victory over Real Salt Lake on Saturday.The American midfielder sent a left-footed shot in past RSL goalkeeper Rafael Cabral in the 57th minute for the Major League Soccer match's lone goal.Vancouver (1-0-0) had ample chances across the game, outshooting the visitors 13-10, with a 5-2 edge in on-target shots.The home side struggled at times to manage RSL's aggression, but found ways in the sec
  
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• Bridgeman delivers superb performance at Riviera, builds 6-shot lead over McIlroy

  22-02-2026 02:50 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jacob Bridgeman felt great about his game and his swing, and it wasn't long before everyone at Riviera took notice Saturday at the Genesis Invitational.
  They had no choice. Bridgeman played in the final group and posted the lowest score at 7-under 64. He was tied for the lead when he started. He was six clear of Rory McIlroy when he finished.
  “It was fun and easy, kind of the best that the golf world ever gets," Bridgeman said. “My swing felt nice and it was
  
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• Canadian comedy-drama to set foot on Chilliwack stage in March

  22-02-2026 00:33 via fraservalleytoday.ca
  CHILLIWACK — A wholesome performance about a couple’s golden anniversary is shining on the Chilliwack Cultural Centre stage next month.
  “The Golden Anniversaries”, performed by the Vancouver Arts Club, follows the story of Glen and Sandy Golden after Sandy decided to leave her other half – opening the pair up to a weekend rollercoaster of laughter and regret about sharing 50 years of marriage together.
  “Mark Crawford captures the humour and emotional depth in
  
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