City of Chilliwack

Transit commuter Jamie O’Neill and his son Greyson, might have to move out of Chilliwack if the transit strike in the Fraser Valley persists. (Jamie O’Neill photo)

Transit strike in eastern Fraser Valley could end up costing man his job in Vancouver

‘I am looking at moving out of Chilliwack now because I am screwed,’ says Chilliwack single dad

 

No transit expansion funding for Chilliwack in 2023. (Chilliwack Progress file)

‘Disappointing’ that Chilliwack’s transit expansion had to be put on hold again, say councillors

Council resolves to fire off letter trying to salvage funds for HandyDart service increase

 

A vehicle thief’s high-speed escape through snow and slush ended in a crash of “spectacular fashion” according to Hope RCMP. (Staff Sgt. Dwayne Farlin)

High-speed car chase ends in spectacular crash near Herrling Island

Police from Hope, Agassiz, BC Highway Patrol, and Chilliwack all called in to stop thief

 

Anti-racism mural by the Raven-Tacuara collective on the old Auld Phillips building on Fletcher Street near Yale on Aug. 12, 2022. (Jennifer Feinberg/ Chilliwack Progress)

Public forum for newcomers on finding sense of belonging in Chilliwack and beyond

Event March 16 will see panel of speakers discussing local services, people who offer welcome

Anti-racism mural by the Raven-Tacuara collective on the old Auld Phillips building on Fletcher Street near Yale on Aug. 12, 2022. (Jennifer Feinberg/ Chilliwack Progress)
Yellow tape around the house the day after shots were heard, people arrested at Kent Road and Fairwood Drive on Feb. 24. (Jennifer Feinberg/ The Chilliwack Progress)

Overnight incident in Chilliwack involved possible gunshots, multiple arrests

Neighbours reported seeing up to 8 people arrested, one treated in ambulance

Yellow tape around the house the day after shots were heard, people arrested at Kent Road and Fairwood Drive on Feb. 24. (Jennifer Feinberg/ The Chilliwack Progress)
Character’s pub owner Marcel Maillet, Major Leagues manager Tyler Beveridge, BIA executive director Trevor MacDonald are lobbying for a ride-hailing service like Uber or Lyft for Chilliwack and the Eastern Fraser Valley. (Jennifer Feinberg/ Chilliwack Progress)

‘The time is now’ for ride-hailing operators in Eastern Fraser Valley, says hospitality group

‘We have customers waiting up to two hours for cabs,” group leader said

Character’s pub owner Marcel Maillet, Major Leagues manager Tyler Beveridge, BIA executive director Trevor MacDonald are lobbying for a ride-hailing service like Uber or Lyft for Chilliwack and the Eastern Fraser Valley. (Jennifer Feinberg/ Chilliwack Progress)
The City of Chilliwack announced on Feb. 8, 2023 that Red Bull is building a manufacturing facility in Chilliwack in 2024. (Paul Henderson/ Chilliwack Progress)

Red Bull chooses Chilliwack site to build new facility next year

New location on Brannick Place in Chilliwack will become part of Red Bull’s North American expansion

The City of Chilliwack announced on Feb. 8, 2023 that Red Bull is building a manufacturing facility in Chilliwack in 2024. (Paul Henderson/ Chilliwack Progress)
Chilliwack RCMP arrested a 35-year-old man in connection with Nowell Street assault Tuesday, Feb. 7. (City of Chilliwack webmap)

Police arrest 35-year-old suspect after man found unconscious in downtown Chilliwack

Although early in investigation the aggravated assault was believed to be ‘targeted,’ police say

Chilliwack RCMP arrested a 35-year-old man in connection with Nowell Street assault Tuesday, Feb. 7. (City of Chilliwack webmap)
Police say they are taking these fire calls seriously. Seen here is the aftermath on Alexander Avenue of a cube van fire on Dec. 29, 2022. (Jenna Hauck/ Chilliwack Progress file)

Series of fire calls plaguing Chilliwack downtown being ‘taken seriously,’ say RCMP

Chilliwack RCMP are ‘working with community partners’ on the safety issues caused by these fires

Police say they are taking these fire calls seriously. Seen here is the aftermath on Alexander Avenue of a cube van fire on Dec. 29, 2022. (Jenna Hauck/ Chilliwack Progress file)
Chilliwack-born Amanda Hugon, muralist, on Fletcher Street completing a work of art in August 2022. (Jennifer Feinberg/ Chilliwack Progress file)

Chilliwack Mural Festival has applications flooding in from across the globe

Applications closing soon for 5 muralists interested in painting a wall in Chilliwack by August

Chilliwack-born Amanda Hugon, muralist, on Fletcher Street completing a work of art in August 2022. (Jennifer Feinberg/ Chilliwack Progress file)
Charred remains of a vehicle in the same lot on Railway Avenue in Chilliwack on Feb. 6, 2023 where another vehicle fire occurred. (Paul Henderson/ Chilliwack Progress)

VIDEO: Suspicious van fire on Railway Avenue makes at least 5 incidents over 3 months in Chilliwack

Chilliwack fire crews dispatched to several fires that destroyed a truck, a van, a house and more

Charred remains of a vehicle in the same lot on Railway Avenue in Chilliwack on Feb. 6, 2023 where another vehicle fire occurred. (Paul Henderson/ Chilliwack Progress)
Wilma’s community bingo event runs Feb. 6 to Feb. 15 with a chance to win a Family Day prize pack. (Wilma’s Transition House)

Family Day community bingo event coming from Wilma’s Transition Society

Bring filled-out bingo card back to Wilma’s office by Feb. 15 for a chance to win prize pack

Wilma’s community bingo event runs Feb. 6 to Feb. 15 with a chance to win a Family Day prize pack. (Wilma’s Transition House)
MVI on Highway 1 east of Annis Road. (Google Maps)

MVI on Highway 1 east of Annis Road slowing morning traffic in the eastern Fraser Valley

Single vehicle occupant was out of vehicle that was in the fast lane awaiting tow

MVI on Highway 1 east of Annis Road. (Google Maps)
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Police say 22-year-old Chilliwack woman has been found

‘Pleased to confirm that the missing female has been located; she is safe and sound,’ said RCMP

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'Meet the Protectors' is coming Spring 2023 according to Tourism Ch'illiwack. (Tourism Ch'illiwack video screenshot)

VIDEO: Tourism Ch’illiwack invites everyone to ‘Meet the Protectors’ in latest marketing campaign

‘There is hope bestowed for this gift we have been given,’ according to video trailer

'Meet the Protectors' is coming Spring 2023 according to Tourism Ch'illiwack. (Tourism Ch'illiwack video screenshot)
Diverse Properties in partnership with SmartCentres, is proposing a trio of 6-storey apartment buildings on the Chilliwack Mall site, to bring 200 new homes to the area. (Diverse Properties)

Development permits for 6-storey apartment buildings on Chilliwack Mall site approved by council

‘I can’t think of a better spot to tackle affordability,’ city councillor said about proposed location

Diverse Properties in partnership with SmartCentres, is proposing a trio of 6-storey apartment buildings on the Chilliwack Mall site, to bring 200 new homes to the area. (Diverse Properties)
The food court at Cottonwood Centre is set to be removed in upcoming renovations to make way for a BC Liquor store that will be relocated. (Paul Henderson/ Chilliwack Progress)

Food court removal plan for Cottonwood Centre in Chilliwack sparks petition

‘We know it’s difficult for the public. We get it,’ says mall rep about food court loss in renovation

The food court at Cottonwood Centre is set to be removed in upcoming renovations to make way for a BC Liquor store that will be relocated. (Paul Henderson/ Chilliwack Progress)
Investigators on the Lickman Road tracks near Progress Way in Chilliwack after pedestrian struck by CN train Jan. 23, 2023 after 8 a.m. (Paul Henderson/ Chilliwack Progress)

UPDATE: Man, 25, killed by train on CN tracks at Lickman Road in Chilliwack

‘Our thoughts and sincere condolences go out to the man’s family and friends,’ say RCMP

Investigators on the Lickman Road tracks near Progress Way in Chilliwack after pedestrian struck by CN train Jan. 23, 2023 after 8 a.m. (Paul Henderson/ Chilliwack Progress)
Homeless camp on fire beside the Vedder River. (Streams Foundation photo)

Homeless camp torched under the Vedder River bridge near Chilliwack

Volunteers told not to return to Sweltzer Creek camp given toxic fumes, charred trash

Homeless camp on fire beside the Vedder River. (Streams Foundation photo)
Human rights focus group is Jan. 24, 1 to 3 p.m. at Chilliwack LIP office on Mary Street. (Chilliwack Local Immigrant Partnership)

Human rights the focus of upcoming group discussion in Chilliwack

Chilliwack LIP looking for 8 newcomers to chat in a group to inform future human rights work

Human rights focus group is Jan. 24, 1 to 3 p.m. at Chilliwack LIP office on Mary Street. (Chilliwack Local Immigrant Partnership)
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