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The Central Fraser Valley Fiddlers celebrated their 50th anniversary with an old-time barn dance on Saturday (May 20) at the Abbotsford Social Activity Association hall. The event included live music, dancing, birthday cake and snacks. (John Morrow/Abbotsford News)

PHOTOS: Central Fraser Valley Fiddlers celebrate 50 years

Group held old-time barn dance in Abbotsford on Saturday, May 20

The Central Fraser Valley Fiddlers celebrated their 50th anniversary with an old-time barn dance on Saturday (May 20) at the Abbotsford Social Activity Association hall. The event included live music, dancing, birthday cake and snacks. (John Morrow/Abbotsford News)
A large barn fire took place behind Neufeld Farm Market on King Road in Abbotsford on Monday morning (May 1). (Vikki Hopes/Abbotsford News)

Large barn fire fills Abbotsford skies with smoke

Structure fire closed King Road and caused delays on Highway 1

A large barn fire took place behind Neufeld Farm Market on King Road in Abbotsford on Monday morning (May 1). (Vikki Hopes/Abbotsford News)
Hanna Drobot (left) from Urkaine and Suzan Deng from Sudan are among local immigrants being impacted by the ongoing transit strike in the Fraser Valley. (Submitted photos)

‘No overtime, no taxi’: Fraser Valley transit strike impacts newcomers to Canada

Many new residents don’t have vehicles, and rely on buses to get to school and work

Hanna Drobot (left) from Urkaine and Suzan Deng from Sudan are among local immigrants being impacted by the ongoing transit strike in the Fraser Valley. (Submitted photos)
Over the course of six months in 2019, the SPCA took in 136 cats from one cat hoarder to three Fraser Valley shelters. This is the weekend to adopt and help the BC SPCA, with an adoption event happening at all locations. (Jenna Hauck/ Black Press file)

Half-priced adoption fees at all BC SPCA locations this weekend

‘There is a perfect match out there for every animal,’ says BC SPCA

Over the course of six months in 2019, the SPCA took in 136 cats from one cat hoarder to three Fraser Valley shelters. This is the weekend to adopt and help the BC SPCA, with an adoption event happening at all locations. (Jenna Hauck/ Black Press file)
Chawathil First Nation councillor Aaron Pete was the keynote speaker Thursday night (March 9) at the Fraser Valley Cultural Diversity Awards in Abbotsford. (Submitted photo)

2023 Fraser Valley Cultural Diversity Awards presented in 8 categories

Event honours recipients from Langley, Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Hope and Agassiz

Chawathil First Nation councillor Aaron Pete was the keynote speaker Thursday night (March 9) at the Fraser Valley Cultural Diversity Awards in Abbotsford. (Submitted photo)
Aaron Pete is the featured speaker at the 20th annual Fraser Valley Cultural Diversity Awards on March 9 in Abbotsford.

Aaron Pete to speak at 20th annual Fraser Valley Cultural Diversity Awards

Tickets now available for event on March 9 at Clarion Hotel in Abbotsford

Aaron Pete is the featured speaker at the 20th annual Fraser Valley Cultural Diversity Awards on March 9 in Abbotsford.
The Earlybird RV Show and Sale returns to Abbotsford’s Tradex from Feb. 16 to 19.

Earlybird RV Show and Sale returning to Abbotsford later this month

B.C.’s premier recreational vehicle show back at Tradex from Feb. 16 to 19

The Earlybird RV Show and Sale returns to Abbotsford’s Tradex from Feb. 16 to 19.
A new Plant and Animal Health Centre will be built by the province in the Fraser Valley, as the current building is at risk of flooding again someday. The ministry of agriculture and food will have a business plan with some suitable locations highlighted by the end of 2023. (Pixabay photo)

Province announces plans to replace Abbotsford plant and animal health facility, citing flood risk

Current facility in Abbotsford was damaged by the flooding in 2021 but back in operation for now

A new Plant and Animal Health Centre will be built by the province in the Fraser Valley, as the current building is at risk of flooding again someday. The ministry of agriculture and food will have a business plan with some suitable locations highlighted by the end of 2023. (Pixabay photo)
This year’s Pacific Agriculture Show will be held Jan. 26 to 28 at Tradex in Abbotsford. (John Morrow/Abbotsford News)

Regenerative agriculture takes centre stage at Pacific Agriculture Show in Abbotsford

25th annual show takes place at Tradex from Jan. 26 to 28

This year’s Pacific Agriculture Show will be held Jan. 26 to 28 at Tradex in Abbotsford. (John Morrow/Abbotsford News)
The annual Fraser Valley Cultural Diversity Awards will be presented in March in Abbotsford. Nominations are now being accepted. (Urban Fig Photography)

Nominations open for 2023 Fraser Valley Cultural Diversity Awards

Recipients from Abbotsford, Mission, Chilliwack and Langley to be honoured in March

The annual Fraser Valley Cultural Diversity Awards will be presented in March in Abbotsford. Nominations are now being accepted. (Urban Fig Photography)
Violinist and singer Rosemary Siemens performs three free concerts in the Fraser Valley on Nov. 18, 19 and 20.

Violinist and singer Rosemary Siemens performs at 3 Fraser Valley concerts

Shows in Abbotsford, Langley and Chilliwack from Nov. 18 to 20

Violinist and singer Rosemary Siemens performs three free concerts in the Fraser Valley on Nov. 18, 19 and 20.
Abbotsford Police are investigating a possible attempted child abduction that occurred on Monday night (Aug. 15). (File photo)

B.C. child OK after nearly being yanked out ground-floor window in abduction attempt

Abbotsford Police investigating Aug. 15 evening incident

Abbotsford Police are investigating a possible attempted child abduction that occurred on Monday night (Aug. 15). (File photo)
The Donaldson family of Bradner Farms has received the Century Farm Award from the provincial government. Robert Donaldson (in the centre in the plaid shirt) passed away on Aug. 11. (Photo from Bradner Farms)

Abbotsford family honoured for more than 100 years of farming

Bradner Farms celebrates 4 generations of farming with provincial award

The Donaldson family of Bradner Farms has received the Century Farm Award from the provincial government. Robert Donaldson (in the centre in the plaid shirt) passed away on Aug. 11. (Photo from Bradner Farms)
(Pixaby photo)

B.C.’s seniors advocate urges seniors and caregivers to prepare for rising temperatures

Dual focus during high temperatures is to keep the room cool and to keep the body cool

(Pixaby photo)
The Fraser Valley Music Awards will be presented July 21 in Abbotsford. (Claudia Wyler Photography file photo)

36 nominees announced for Fraser Valley Music Awards

Winners named July 21 during outdoor concert series in Abbotsford

The Fraser Valley Music Awards will be presented July 21 in Abbotsford. (Claudia Wyler Photography file photo)
If you are a producer and want your flock safe, follow the guidelines to avoid Avian Influenza or bird flu. (Angie Mindus/Black Press file)

Avian flu detected in birds at commercial farm in Abbotsford

This is the first case in the Fraser Valley as H5N1 virus spreads across province

If you are a producer and want your flock safe, follow the guidelines to avoid Avian Influenza or bird flu. (Angie Mindus/Black Press file)
Big Mouth Bins placed across the Lower Mainland, including Abbotsford, through Trans-Continental Textile Recycling provide proceeds to AutismBC.

Recycling businesses in Abbotsford and Aldergrove support AutismBC

One location recycles textiles, while the other focuses on vehicles and metals

Big Mouth Bins placed across the Lower Mainland, including Abbotsford, through Trans-Continental Textile Recycling provide proceeds to AutismBC.
Google Maps screenshot taken at 1:45 p.m. March 27.

TRAFFIC: Crash at 248th St. in Langley slowing westbound Highway 1 commuters

Crash was first reported just before 1:30 p.m.

Google Maps screenshot taken at 1:45 p.m. March 27.
The Pacific Agriculture Show will be held at Tradex March 31 to April 2. (Submitted photo)

2022 Pacific Agriculture Show supports rebuilding of agricultural community

First-ever beer garden, food trucks all part of three-day event at Abbotsford’s Tradex

The Pacific Agriculture Show will be held at Tradex March 31 to April 2. (Submitted photo)
Arrowsmith Search and Rescue helped evacuate residents impacted by the flooding on Martindale Road on Monday, Nov. 15. (Michael Briones photo)

14 B.C. First Nations and communities receiving funds to create new evacuation plans

Disasters in 2021 proved importance of evacuating people quickly in large-scale emergency situations

Arrowsmith Search and Rescue helped evacuate residents impacted by the flooding on Martindale Road on Monday, Nov. 15. (Michael Briones photo)