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New course gets OK
Leah Pells has never been shy about sharing details of her past and the childhood she experienced.
Preventing needle exchange was right
Despite the fact that the current mayor and council in Abbotsford favour caving in to the demands of Fraser Health and pressure from drug addicts, our city is now being sued by Pivot Legal Society. Peter Bernstein, their lawyer agrees that "Access to health care for drug users should not be up for a public vote."
Step out of the shadows
We don't talk about the real threats to our children Most parents worry when their children begin driving. They warn teens about the risks, and urge them to take care. That's reasonable.
District of North Vancouver says yes to recovery house
THE District of North Vancouver is scheduled to get its first women-only alcohol recovery centre following an emotional and unanimous vote by council Monday.
Stars shine at B.C.S
The Archbishop Carney Stars put some back spin on their final high school golf tournament this week on Vancouver Island.
Facebook & tweets posted this week
Drug users launch lawsuit against city for anti-harm reduction bylaw
Book launch at storm crow
Local author Chris Walter (East Van, Boozecan) will be reading from his new book Chase the Dragon May 30 at the Storm Crow Tavern (1305 Commercial Dr.) beginning at 7 p.m. The heavily tattooed novelist, who is also a recovering drug addict, is known for writing biographies of punk rock bands. He will reportedly wash the dishes for anyone who purchases a copy of the new book, published by G.F.Y. Press and available for $10.
Fell off third-storey balcony
A Chilliwack man is in hospital and recovering from injuries sustained when he fell off a balcony Sunday evening.
STM girls miss out on provincials
The St. Thomas More Knights lost 2-1 to Seycove in AA high school senior girls' soccer provincial qualifying last Monday.
Digging up some treasure
Theatre Junkies Anonymous Fine Arts, who burst onto the stage with The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe last May, is dropping the curtain on its second season with the classic tale, Treasure Island.
Drug debt led man to rob people at gunpoint
Five days before Stephen David Turner began holding up people at gunpoint in downtown Chilliwack, his father warned police Turner's life was being threatened by a drug dealer.
Counsellor recognized for coming back to help kids
A youth counsellor has been recognized for overcoming obstacles in his own life to reach troubled kids and help them start making smarter choices.
Abbotsford repeals controversial anti-harm reduction bylaw
Abbotsford council voted unanimously on Monday to amend its controversial bylaw prohibiting any harm reduction measures in the city.
Recovery house goes to hearing
RESIDENTS opposed to, in favour of, and every persuasion in between can soon have their official say about a proposal to put a women's recovery house onto a piece of District of North Vancouver property adjacent to Murdo Fraser Park.
Verdict in stabbing case
That's the feeling both Crown and defense lawyers had following the conclusion of the troubled man's attempted murder case, heard in Port Coquitlam Provincial Court April 5.
Survivor calls charity poker event a success
A charity poker tournament supporting a unique cause drew a full house to the Aldergrove Legion on Saturday.
Gymnasts nab medals, prep for provincials
Gymnasts representing Port Coquitlam's Origami Rhythmics proved their mettle against competition from across the globe last week, serving notice that they are equally amped for this weekend's provincials.
Harm reduction doesn't fit all sizes
“We have met the enemy and he is us.” A 40-year-old quote from the cartoon character Pogo is probably a strange way to start a column, but this famous quote pretty much summarizes the ridiculousness of how well-meaning people continually hurt society.
Remembering Sham
Tears, laughter and moments of anger were shared among friends and advocates at a memorial service for Shaminder Brar in Abbotsford Friday afternoon following her death in a recent hit-and-run.
