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If you're looking for something to do mid-week, there's a free crib social in Chilliwack every Wednesday and a farmers market at Douglas Park in Langley — both good reasons to get out of the house.

On a heavier note, Robyn has the latest toxic drug death numbers for the Fraser Valley below, including a notable shift: for the first time, fentanyl is no longer the top substance linked to drug deaths in the province.

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In April, 31 people in the Fraser Valley were killed by toxic drugs, according to new data from the B.C. Coroners Service (BCCS). This includes 14 in South Fraser, 11 in East Fraser and six in North Fraser. 

Across B.C., 119 people lost their lives to illicit drugs. This is a significant drop compared to the same month last year, when 174 people died of toxic drugs—a more than 30% reduction. 

In the first four months of 2026, B.C. lost 522 people to toxic drugs, including 134 in Fraser Health. This includes 18 in Abbotsford, 10 in Chilliwack, 14 in Langley and 44 in Surrey. Data are not available for all Fraser Health municipalities.

Combined with 145 deaths in Vancouver Coastal Health, the two health authorities accounted for more than half of all drug deaths in the province between January and April.

The death rate for people aged 19 to 59—typically the age grouping with the highest number of drug deaths—has declined significantly since 2021. Deaths among people 60+ have remained “relatively stable,” according to the BCCS.

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🏍️ A motorcyclist was airlifted to hospital with serious injuries after colliding with an SUV at Whatcom Road and South Parallel Road in Abbotsford on Saturday afternoon. [CTV News]

⚡ More than 9,400 BC Hydro customers in Chilliwack lost power briefly on Saturday evening before it was restored. [Fraser Valley Today]

🔫 A Langley home in the 21500 block of 45A Avenue was shot up overnight on June 12, with the family saying they believe it was a case of mistaken identity. Police are investigating possible links to extortion or gang activity. [CTV News]

⚖️ The daughters of Arnold and Joanne De Jong — the Abbotsford couple murdered in 2022 — say two of their three convicted killers exploited immigration loopholes, having entered Canada on student visas without attending school. [Global News]

👋 Chilliwack Mayor Ken Popove has announced he will not seek re-election this fall, ending a 15-year run on city council that included overseeing the city's rapid growth and the revitalization of its downtown. [CBC News]

🎷 Discover Fort Langley’s Jazz & Arts Festival July 23-26. Enjoy the Cool Blues Show, Amy Winehouse tribute, and jazz headliner Laila Biali.*

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Crib Social at Serene Stay & Play Cafe: A free weekly crib social runs every Wednesday 11 AM–1 PM at Serene Stay & Play Cafe in Chilliwack. Beginners welcome.

Langley Community Farmers Market at Douglas Park: A free weekly farmers market runs every Wednesday at Douglas Park in Langley City through August 26, with local produce, baked goods, and crafts from 5:30–8:30 PM.

Field Sessions at Field House Brewing: Dean Michael Smith plays a live evening set at Field House Brewing in Abbotsford on June 18.

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