March 2026

The victim of the fatal shooting on Monday (March 23) at an Abbotsford homeless encampment has been identified by police as Wayne Versfelt, 69. A press release on Thursday (March 26) from the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) said they are releasing Versfelt’s name and photo to “advance the investigation.” Sgt. Freda Fong of IHIT […]

The BC Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) has rescued 13 miniature Dachshunds from an irresponsible breeder in the South Cariboo. Last week on Thursday, March 19, the BC SPCA’s Animal Protection Officers seized the dogs from a breeder located between 100 Mile House and Clearwater. The dogs, who range in age

An Indigenous Quesnel man has been sentenced for a violent hatchet attack during a robbery at a Quesnel hardware store in November 2024. Judge Judith Doulis has sentenced David George Wesley, 21, to a 30-month custodial sentence for a violent attempted robbery and aggravated assault, ruling that a significant jail term was required despite his

City of Maple Ridge is reminding residents to be bear aware as the animals come out of hibernation. The spring campaign is called “What Kind of Spring Bear Are You?” and it is inviting residents to connect with bear safety by choosing a spring bear that resonates with them. Each bear shares a practical tip

A Provincial Court judge in Quesnel sentenced a man on March 6 to six months’ time served and two years of probation for assaulting and threatening a convenience store clerk three years ago. Stephen Joseph Gatenby, 38, spent 120 days in jail prior to sentencing, for which he received 180 days credit under the time-and-a-half