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Federal NDP president Brian Topp (third from right) is flanked by MLAs supporting his bid for the leadership of the national party Thursday.

NDP walks fine line on B.C. seats

Federal NDP leadership candidate Brian Topp walked into controversy over the allocation of seven new MP seats for B.C. Thursday.

Federal NDP president Brian Topp (third from right) is flanked by MLAs supporting his bid for the leadership of the national party Thursday.

Fireworks ban will be enforced in Abbotsford

A fireworks ban will be actively enforced in this community from now until Halloween, says Abbotsford's fire chief.

Cheyann Taylor was diagnosed with Leukemia at age 5. Taylor

Running for Cheyann: Abbotsford school raises funds for family of girl with leukemia

A school comes together to support a student and her family with their annual Halloween event

Cheyann Taylor was diagnosed with Leukemia at age 5. Taylor
Preston Manning and Premier Christy Clark speak to reporters after a B.C. Liberal caucus meeting at the legislature Wednesday.

Stick with B.C. Liberals, Manning says

Reform Party founder Preston Manning says his former colleague John Cummins is going the wrong way.

Preston Manning and Premier Christy Clark speak to reporters after a B.C. Liberal caucus meeting at the legislature Wednesday.
Education Minister George Abbott

Heat on teachers in report card dispute

The bargaining agent for B.C. school districts is expected to seek an order forcing teachers to provide report cards.

Education Minister George Abbott

Witness to Abbotsford Costco attack comes forward

A witness to the attack of a young boy at the Abbotsford Costco on Oct. 8 has come forward.

All-candidates meetings coming up

All-candidates meetings scheduled in Abbotsford for mayoral, council and trustee contenders.

  • Oct 26, 2011

Diversity, parental input among the key education issues

Candidates for the Abbotsford board of education weigh in on the key issues in this election.

Abbotsford MP Ed Fast announced that up to $65.7 million in federal funding has been approved for the city of Abbotsford's proposed P3 Stave Lake water project.

‘Hogwash,’ says Abbotsford MP to trade claims on water

There is no danger that Abbotsford residents will compromise ownership of water rights if they vote in favour of a P3 water

  • Oct 26, 2011
Abbotsford MP Ed Fast announced that up to $65.7 million in federal funding has been approved for the city of Abbotsford's proposed P3 Stave Lake water project.

Mission mayor says relationship with Abbotsford still strong

Mission’s relationship with Abbotsford is strong, according to Mayor James Atebe, despite the division over water systems.

Fifth Subway restaurant robbery in Abbotsford since Sept. 4

Fifth Subway restaurant robbery in Abbotsford since Sept. 4

A fifth Subway sandwich shop has been robbed in Abbotsford.

Fifth Subway restaurant robbery in Abbotsford since Sept. 4
Fans want Punjabi hockey broadcasts back

Fans want Punjabi hockey broadcasts back

Cancelled NHL show credited for uniting South Asian families

Fans want Punjabi hockey broadcasts back
Surrey man found dead in Mission

Vehicle over cliff on Norrish Creek road

One man is dead after an accident just east of Mission

Surrey man found dead in Mission

Female purse snatcher strikes twice in Abbotsford

A female purse snatcher has struck twice in Abbotsford during the last week.

Abbotsford liquor store robbed

A liquor store in the 31900 block of South Fraser Way in Abbotsford was robbed just before 11:30 a.m. today (Tuesday).

Health minister to speak

The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce is hosting Abbotsford West MLA and Minister of Health Mike de Jong, at its Oct. 28 luncheon.

  • Oct 24, 2011
Robert Lee Coughlin and his electric scooter have received unwarranted police attention

Scooter brings heat

Robert Lee Coughlin’s has a ticket for $598 from his latest run-in with police.

Robert Lee Coughlin and his electric scooter have received unwarranted police attention

Province announces $1.5 million for Canuck Place in Abbotsford

The province has announced it will contribute an additional $1.5 million toward the new Canuck Place Children's Hospice in Abbotsford.

Lynn Frey

Mom’s hunch led her to serial killer Pickton’s farm

Lynn Frey asks how police failed to connect the dots

Lynn Frey

Water, spending and safety perceived as top three issues

While the city’s water referendum will be the forefront issue for voters this election...

  • Oct 24, 2011