Federal Politics: Bradner’s Robert ‘Bob Douglas’ Becomes An NDP Hero
Long time NDP supporter and Bradner resident Robert Douglas has become a hero to the New Democrats after leave his 60-acre farm to the party. Federal NDP candidate David Murray interviewed Mr. Douglas for Abbotsford Today. [Click On Image For Full Story]
Doreen Jung: The Arts & Heritage Unity Festival
By Doreen Jung. From Main Stage performances to demonstrations and hands-on activities, the Arts & Heritage Unity Festival offered opportunities for the public to enjoy the arts and cultural diversity in Abbotsford. [Click On Image For Full Story]
Art: Two Friends, Two Styles – Gwen Murphy And Joyce Trygg
The Abbotsford Arts Council Is pleased to present Gwen Murphy and Joyce Trygg in their show “Two Friends, Two Styles,” showcasing their differing painting techniques and methods in approaching their subject matter. [Click On image For Full Story]
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Women in Focus
Bollywood actress Leena Manro appears on the Omni TV show “Women in Focus” to raise awareness of issues facing women in the Indo-Canadian community. Her message is delivered through a skit by the “I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter Chicken” Comedy Troupe.
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Today: Abbotsford At Your Fingertips
03 September 2010
If you can’t find what you’re looking for on Abbotsford Today, tell us about it. We’ll find it for you. Providing you with ‘The Other Side Of The News’ has been one of the reasons so many people visit our site every day. Finding what you’re looking for is also what we’re all about.
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Letters: Open Letter To Patricia Ross And The FVRD
03 September 2010
Dear Patricia Ross (FVRD Chair) and Fraser Valley Regional District Board of Directors: Two months ago I wrote to ask the Fraser Valley Regional District (FVRD) to assure its communities that the upcoming “Public Consultation Phase” forum (October 2010) would be used to reform, amend, and remedy the flawed Aggregate Pilot Project
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Columns: Frank Pizzuto’s ‘State Of The Water Address’
02 September 2010
UPDATED 02/09/10 – COMMENTS RECEIVED – By James Breckenridge. Mr. Pizzuto’s ‘state of the water supply’ letter in The Abbotsford News raises several interesting points for consideration. As Mr. Pizzuto writes; Abbotsford has plenty of water – as long as we don’t use more than we have.
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Music: You Say Party Performing LIVE at Squamish This Weekend
02 September 2010
Abbotsford band You Say Party! is performing at this weekend’s ‘Live In Squamish’ music festival. The Province Newspaper published a feature article by Hans Ongsansoy on the band today.
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Crime: APD Reports Wave of Break and Enters
02 September 2010
UPDATED 02/10/10 – COMMENTS RECEIVED – Submitted. In the last week the city of Abbotsford has seen a significant increase in break and enters. These numbers represent the worst period for this type of crime in recent Abbotsford Police Department Crime Analysis history.
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Food & Wine: Cooking With Eggs – After School Casserole
02 September 2010
With school soon back in full force we thought a little help in the kitchen might be in order so kids can avoid the snack food trap, eat something nutritious and support local industry in one shot.
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Community News: Abbotsford Heat Foundation’s Golf Classic
02 September 2010
The Abbotsford Heat hockey team is committed to making a difference in our community. In an effort to achieve this, the Heat have launched the Abbotsford Heat Foundation in support of grassroots, philanthropic and educational causes that focus on the children of our community.
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What Do You Think? Give A Homeless Person A Credit Card – You May Be Surprised How They Use It
02 September 2010
In a recent story in The Toronto Star a reporter learned about panhandlers and the homeless by conducting a credit card survey to see how the poor would spend money if given pre-paid credit cards.
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Letters: Please Support Turtle Gardens Rescue
01 September 2010
Dear Editor, If I had one wish, it would be that everyone who visits Abbotsfordtoday.ca would vote every day for Turtle Gardens so that they can get a much needed new van for the transport of their charges to new homes.
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Letters: Why We Shouldn’t Use P3 Model For Our Water
01 September 2010
Dear Editor. Because the taxpayers of Abbotsford already at their limit when it comes to increased fees and taxes I am concerned that developers* may push the Councils** for a P3 option for the new water system from Stave Lake.
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Provincial Politics: Budgeting Process Begins
01 September 2010
Submitted. The BC Government’s Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services announced today its plans for conducting provincewide budget consultations.
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Education: Abbotsford School Bus Schedules Now Available
01 September 2010
Abbotsford School District #34 has release the school bus schedules for the coming school year which begins September 7. The schedules are posted on the District #34 website or available through the links below on Abbotsford Today.
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Live Entertainment: Chilliwack Bluegrass Festival This Weekend
01 September 2010
Chilliwack’s 23rd annual Bluegrass Festival will be held at Chilliwack Heritage Park the weekend of Sept 3 – 5. A host of great bluegrass bands will be working all weekend long providing some of the best music around.
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Theatre: Open Auditions for J.M. Barrie Classic Peter Pan Start Sept 9
31 August 2010
Submitted. Gallery 7 Theatre and Performing Arts, Abbotsford’s only full-time, community/semi-professional theatre, is gearing up for an amazing celebration of 20 years of theatre with its November production of J.M. Barrie’s classic tale, Peter Pan, adapted by Canadian playwright, Jeff Pitcher.
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Education News: School District Releases School Opening Information For Parents, Students
31 August 2010
The Abbotsford Board of Education of School District No. 34 has announced a full set of information for parents and students in regard to school opening next week.
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Community News: Katie And Evan Jump To 22,333 Votes
31 August 2010
UPDATED 08/31/10 – By Mike Archer. Abbotsford’s Katie Powell and Evan Hunken today released a YouTube video in their quest to win a trip to the UK on the ‘Get Rid of Me’ website. Their total has now increased to over 22,000.
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Sports: Valley Royals Track Athletes UpDate
31 August 2010
With September fast approaching a number of Valley Royal athletes will be moving from secondary school to the university setting. Athletes that we are aware of are as follows:
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Business News: ‘Fresh!’ Local Ventures
31 August 2010
Submitted. An escape from the ordinary; a chance to learn something new. Discover unique, independent local shops, services and artisans.
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Education: Back To Secondary School Tips
31 August 2010
Back to school can be tough, especially at the secondary level. Here are some tips for parents and students to help manage the stress for those heading back to middle or high school or for the first time.
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