Friday - November 28 - Care closer to home

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Today we’re sharing our feature on the $300,000 raised to fund a new endobronchial ultrasound unit for Abbotsford Regional Hospital—an investment that will make a real difference for patients facing lung-related diagnoses.

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News & Features

Community support helps deliver new diagnostic equipment to Abbotsford hospital

A big win for local health care: The Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation marked its 25th birthday with a gala that turned out to be more than just a fancy night out. Guests helped raise nearly $300,000—enough to fully fund a new diagnostic unit for Abbotsford Regional Hospital. Lung cancer affects hundreds of people here each year, and this machine means fewer long waits and fewer trips out of the region for answers.

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Need to Know

💔 A 63-year-old Chilliwack woman died after being struck by a pickup truck on Vedder Road on November 26 while crossing from the centre median into southbound lanes. [CTV News]

🚧 Construction crews paved 208 Street in Langley Township from 72 Avenue to 76 Avenue on November 25 as part of the ongoing Willoughby area widening project from 64 Avenue to the northern overpass. [Langley Advance Times]

🔍 IHIT renewed appeals for information on the 20-year-old homicide case of pregnant 25-year-old Michelle Choiniere, whose remains were found on Vedder Mountain in December 2007 after she went missing in September 2005. [Chilliwack Progress]

🌱 UFV biochemist Dr. Harley Gordon discovered a new method of salicylic acid synthesis in plants, revealing that commonly studied Arabidopsis plants are anomalies that lack the ability most plants use. [Mission City Record]

🚒 Harrison Hot Springs Fire Department promoted firefighters Shane Rutledge and Ryan Green to lieutenant, recognizing their dedication and leadership within the 24-member paid-on-call fire department. [Agassiz-Harrison Observer]

🏀 UFV Cascades basketball teams won three of four games against UNBC on November 21-22, with the women recovering from a Friday loss to win 71-38 on Saturday and the men sweeping both games 89-60 and 95-71. [Hope Standard]

💔 A 49-year-old Surrey man died and a 38-year-old Chilliwack man was hospitalized after two tractor-trailers collided on Highway 1 at Tank Hill Bridge near Lytton before 9:00 AM on November 24. [Fraser Valley Today]

🍞 Canadian residents have until December 12 to file claims in the Loblaw/George Weston packaged bread class action settlement for purchases made between 2001 and 2021 related to alleged price fixing. [Fraser Valley Today]

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In the Valley

Updated weekly: Your guide to Fraser Valley holiday events

Holiday magic is happening all across the Fraser Valley this season. From tree lighting ceremonies and festive markets to concerts, parades, and family-friendly celebrations, there's no shortage of ways to embrace the spirit of the season. We've just updated this list with even more events—check out the new additions and keep sending us your community happenings to include!

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🗓 Things to do

Christmas Market & Brunch: An annual market on Saturday, November 29 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Cascade Community Church (35190 Delair Road) features local vendors, artisans, and brunch by Chef Reg, with proceeds supporting church families and programs.

District 1881 Pre & Post Rotary Parade Party: A celebration on Saturday, November 29 at District 1881 features live entertainment, games, and prizes from 3:00-5:00 PM and 7:00-8:00 PM with comedian Cliff Prang and DJ Simon Bridgefoot.

Bob's Kitchen & Bar Christmas Outdoor Market: A festive outdoor market on Mondays, December 1, 8, 15, and 22 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Bob's Kitchen & Bar (27083 Fraser Highway, Aldergrove) features local makers, gifts, food, and holiday décor with vendor spaces available.

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