Garibaldi students donate thousands to Maple Ridge youth centre

A group of Garibaldi Secondary students donated $6,000 to help children and youth who have experienced or witnessed physical, emotional, or sexual abuse. Rebels For A Cause, as the Garibaldi student group is called, met with representatives from Community Services, the umbrella organization of Alisa’s Wish Child and Youth Advocacy Centre, to present the cheque […]

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UPDATE: Hwy. 1 closed in both directions between Chilliwack and Hope due to crash

Update: Both lanes of the highway were closed by 8:30 p.m. Drive BC reports that the closure extends further than the story below states. The highway is now closed eastbound at the Highway 9 exit, and westbound in Hope. Multiple vehicles are involved in the crash. Original story: A multiple-vehicle crash closed Highway 1 between

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Fraser Valley Writers Festival brings Charlie Demers to Abbotsford

Twelve acclaimed Canadian authors will speak to audiences in Abbotsford at the Fraser Valley Writers Festival Nov. 7 and 8. One of the most notable may be Charlie Demers, who will headline opening night. Demers is a comedian, actor and author. He’s also well-known for his work on CBC’s The Debaters and Super Team Canada.

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