July 2026

B.C.’s Environment and Parks Ministry is monitoring response activities to a diesel spill from a truck crash near a northern B.C. waterway. The latest report from the ministry’s spills and environmental emergencies says that operations to remove the contaminated soil have expanded to a forested area where the diesel has pooled. Crews have dug a […]

The estranged ex-husband of Kelowna’s Bailey McCourt pleaded guilty to a new charge out of Pitt Meadows while appearing by video in provincial court in Kelowna on July 31. James Plover pleaded guilty for a charge of failing to comply with a no contact order. The offence occurred Sept. 24, 2025 in Pitt Meadows. The

The Abbotsford Canucks have filled out the coaching staff for the 2026-27 season. General manager Richard Seeley announced the hiring of Mark O’Leary as assistant coach and Lucas Bourdon as video coach on Friday (July 31) morning. “We’re excited to finalize our coaching staff by welcoming Mark and Lucas to the Abbotsford Canucks,” Seeley stated.

An evacuation order has been issued for all residents of Loon Lake Road, the Loon Lake community, and properties along Highway 97 from the junction with Loon Lake Road to Scottie Creek Road, just north of the community of 16 Mile. Properties in 16 Mile are not under evacuation order at this time, but remain

A group dedicated to seeking peace and justice throughout the world is hosting a community Peace Picnic. People are invited to bring their own picnic basket, said group member Oosha Ramsoondar, and mingle with others to celebrate the importance of peace. Live entertainment will feature local sings and songwriters. In addition there will be a