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Reinder (Ron) Apperloo
In Loving Memory ~ July 30, 1935 ~ October 21, 2026 On October 21, 2026, Ron Apperloo passed away peacefully into the arms of his loving heavenly Father. He will […]
ABBOTSFORD, BRITISH COLUMBIA / THE LOCAL EDITIONThursday, November 5, 2026
Abbotsford, BC news & local updates
Catch up on local headlines for Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada, with publication dates and original reporting links. Public sources are checked daily.
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Abbotsford’s Bateman Timberwolves, Chilliwack’s G.W. Graham Grizzlies battle for first on Friday (Nov. 6)
Timberwolves and Grizzlies meet for top spot in the AAA East division in Chilliwack
Community
Fraser Valley Business Coalition wins at 2026 Chamber Future Builder Competition
FVBC collects honour at Canadian Chamber of Commerce event in Victoria on Oct. 29
Community
Character Abbotsford highlighting two local leaders at November speaker event
Lawyer Sheri Yakashiro and Abbtosford chamber CEO Alex Mitchell featured guests at Nov. 5 event
Community
Abbotsford solid-waste fees to be collected at same time as sewer and water charges
Change to take effect in the new year
Community
UFV in Abbotsford pairs students with abandoned bicycles
12 students selected for first round of distribution
Community
Fraser Valley Business Coalition Wins ‘Nation Builder Award’ for Economic Leadership
Photo Credit: Canadian Chamber of Commerce Canadian Chamber of Commerce recognizes innovative Fraser Valley partnership representing 2,500 businesses and advancing a stronger regional voice on economic priorities. FRASER VALLEY, B.C. | November 2,…
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UFV Cascades men’s soccer bounced in Canada West playoff quarter-final
Cascades fall 2-0 to Alberta Golden Bears in Calgary on Friday (Oct. 30)
Public safety
Impaired man drives himself to police station, gets vehicle impounded, AbbyPD says
An impaired man drove himself directly to the police station early Sunday where he was issued a roadside prohibition, Abbotsford police say.
Community
AbbyPD – Weekend Recap: Oct 30 to Nov 2 – Halloween Review, Domesic Violence
Abbotsford ( Abbotsford Police Department) – Weekend Recap: Oct 30th to Nov 2nd Between Friday at 5:00 p.m. & Monday at 6:00 a.m., AbbyPD frontline officers responded to 340 calls for service. Friday Night Officers responded to 69 calls. During one…
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Abbotsford solid waste fees moving from property tax notice to utility bills
City of Abbotsford solid waste fees will be collected at the same time as water and sewer charges beginning January 1, 2027. Previously, solid waste fees were collected annually on property tax notices. Discounted rates will be available for…
Public safety
Abbotsford officer catches drunk driver right outside the police station
ABBOTSFORD - Officers nabbed a man for impaired driving on their own doorstep early Sunday. On social media, A...
Community
Locals honoured for community efforts
ABBOTSFORD - Two residents and three organizations are the recipients of an Archway Community Builders' Award....
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Bakersfield beatdown: Abbotsford Canucks crush Condors 5-1 to extend win streak to 7
Abbotsford dominates Bakersfield 5-1 in California on Friday (Oct. 30)
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Abbotsford man gets 8 years for 3 child sexual offences
David Massie Douglas was initially charged with 11 offences
Community
AbbyPD – Child Sex Offender Sentenced to 8 Years in Prison
Abbotsford (Abbotsford Police Department) – In early March of 2023, the AbbyPD General Investigation Section (GIS) began to investigate a historic sexual assault allegation that was reported to the Abbotsford Police Department. Through investigation…
Public safety
Abbotsford Police seek help locating missing man
Eli Womacks last seen on Monday, Oct. 26
Community
2026-10-29 City Page
Notice of Intention to Dispose of City Owned Property; Notice of Intention to Dispose of City Owned Property; Notice of Intention to Dispose of City Owned Property; Inaugural Meeting of Council; Fireworks are dangerous
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8th Annual Inclusive Employer Excellence Awards Celebrates Inclusive Employment
Abbotsford BC – Over 200 attendees gathered at the 8th annual Inclusive Employer Excellence Awards (IEEA) on October 22nd to celebrate inclusive employment in Abbotsford and Mission. The event received […]
Community
Halloween Festivities 2026
Halloween is here, and we hope our students and families enjoy a fun weekend of costumes, treats and time together. Festivities have already started today at all our schools across the District. This is a reminder for families with children this…
Public safety
Former RCMP commander pleads guilty to Abbotsford assault
Incident occurred in July 2025 at recreation centre
City hall
Re-Elected Mayor Ross Siemens to Deliver Annual Business Address as Abbotsford Looks Ahead to 2027
Abbotsford Chamber’s annual holiday gathering will feature the official launch of the Abbotsford Community Foundation’s Vital Signs Report and support scholarships for local students. ABBOTSFORD, B.C. | October 28, 2026 – With a new municipal term…
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Archway Recognizes Local Community Builders
Two local individuals and three organizations were honoured at the 20th annual Archway Community Builders’ Awards presented by FortisBC, on Wednesday, October 14th at the Matsqui Centennial Auditorium. For 20 […]
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Help Students Stay Visible During Dark Mornings
Dark mornings, rain and fog can make it difficult for school bus drivers to see students waiting at bus stops. Help your child be seen:
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