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Chilliwack RCMP are asking for help locating 13-year-old Zayn Johnston, who was last seen on February 23. Police say it's out of character for him to be out of contact this long, and they're concerned for his health and well-being. He was last seen wearing blue jeans, a black sweater, and a black baseball hat. Anyone with information is asked to contact Chilliwack RCMP or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

In other news, a Hope RCMP officer has joined this year's Cops for Cancer Tour de Valley to raise money for childhood cancer research, and two Chilliwack men face charges after being identified through surveillance footage shared on social media following a break-and-enter.

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A new electrocardiograph machine at Abbotsford Regional Hospital's Cardiac Care Unit will help medical teams respond quickly to life-threatening emergencies, thanks to a donation from a local business owner who arrived in the city as a refugee four decades ago.

Dao Tran, owner of Abby Bike Shop, donated the funds for the ECG machine, which records electrical signals in the heart to help diagnose heart attacks and irregular heartbeats. Having an additional ECG cart means the team can respond to emergencies in the ER and around the hospital when other machines are already in use.

"It is with a thankful heart to the community and the City of Abbotsford who opened their arms to me and welcomed me as a refugee 40 years ago," Tran said. "I am grateful to be able to support the Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation and all they do."

Tran arrived in Abbotsford in 1986 and has made giving back to his community a priority. He recently started volunteering with the Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation and also signed up to volunteer at Abbotsford Regional Hospital.

The Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation raises funds for medical equipment across the Eastern Fraser Valley. Those interested in supporting the foundation can donate at fvhcf.ca/donate.

🔍 Chilliwack RCMP are asking for help locating 13-year-old Zayn Johnston, last seen on February 23 wearing blue jeans, a black sweater, and black baseball hat, with police concerned as it's out of character for him to be out of contact. [Chilliwack Progress]

👮 Hope RCMP Cst. Nathaniel Werner has joined the 2026 Cops for Cancer Tour de Valley, cycling 600 km across the Fraser Valley in September to raise money for childhood cancer research and Camp Goodtimes, having raised over $2,300 toward his $6,000 goal. [Hope Standard]

🎉 Langley Rotary Clubs host their 14th annual International Women's Day Luncheon on Saturday, March 7 from 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM at Murrayville Hall, featuring RCMP Supt. Raina Siou as keynote speaker and recognizing six local women. [Langley Advance Times]

🧗 Mission Search and Rescue rescued two young people who became stuck on a rocky ledge at Cascade Falls on Sunday, treating them for hypothermia before using high-angle rope rescue to bring them to safety. [Fraser Valley Today]

🔥 One person suffered serious burns and was airlifted to hospital after an RV fire at a Fraser Highway park in Abbotsford on Monday night, with the victim's dog reportedly missing following the incident. [Fraser Valley Today]

🌱 Earthwise Agassiz launches a Garden Club Speaker Series on March 18 from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM, starting with SFU conservation ecologist Dr. Elizabeth Elle presenting on ecological gardening and biodiversity. [Agassiz-Harrison Observer]

🚔 Two Chilliwack men face charges after a February 4 break-and-enter on Ashwell Road, with one suspect identified after the homeowner shared surveillance footage on social media and a community member recognized him. [Mission Record]

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Book Signing Event: Local Canadian indie author J.A. Halley signs copies of "The Other Side" on Saturday, March 7 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Totally Bookish in Abbotsford, with free bookmarks and stickers available with purchase.

EVOO Olive Oil and Wine Pairing: Amy from EVOO Foods and Backyard Vineyards hosts a guided tasting of premium Greek extra virgin olive oils paired with BC VQA wines and light fare on Friday, March 6 from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM at Backyard Winery in Langley, tickets $80 plus taxes.

Larkk: Danielle McTaggart's solo project Larkk performs intimate, atmospheric indie-folk music from her debut EP "Cinders" at Chilliwack Cultural Centre on Thursday, March 5 at 7:30 PM.

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