Alina Konevski

Valerie Campbell takes an emergency call at the 9-1-1 Communications Centre in the Chilliwack RCMP detachment on Thursday afternoon.

The front lines of communication

Progress reporter Alina Konevski takes a behind-the-scenes look at RCMP dispatch in Chilliwack.

Valerie Campbell takes an emergency call at the 9-1-1 Communications Centre in the Chilliwack RCMP detachment on Thursday afternoon.

UFV students support shuttle bus

Students agree to pay for a private shuttle bus between Abbotsford and Chilliwack starting this fall.

Chilliwack residents plan illegal dumping response

50 Chilliwack residents came out Wednesday night to plan how to tackle illegal dumping in the area.

Local parent Richard Ajabu, who made the initial complaint about bible distribution in Chilliwack's schools, said new Policy 518 is 'shameful' and 'disappointing.' ALINA KONEVSKI/ PROGRESS

Policy clears way for resumption of Bible distribution in Chilliwack schools

A new board policy for the distribution of materials in school has renewed concerns about the separation of church and state.

Local parent Richard Ajabu, who made the initial complaint about bible distribution in Chilliwack's schools, said new Policy 518 is 'shameful' and 'disappointing.' ALINA KONEVSKI/ PROGRESS
Students Miah Tomasi (top left) and Nicholas Voth (front), alongside principle Nathan Ngieng, are thrilled with the new, modern and bright Yarrow Community School building.

Stunning Yarrow School building officially opened

The stunning new building of Yarrow Community School held its official opening last Friday, to a full house of community supporters.

Students Miah Tomasi (top left) and Nicholas Voth (front), alongside principle Nathan Ngieng, are thrilled with the new, modern and bright Yarrow Community School building.
Vedder Mountain landowner Kelly Hawes feels bullied by people who trespass on her property, and wears pink in solidarity with the anti-bullying movement. She holds the many complaint letters she has submitted to authorities over the years.

Residents want improved security on Vedder Mountain

Landowners frequently hear shots on Vedder Mountain, and have been struggling to control the illegal dumping in the area.

Vedder Mountain landowner Kelly Hawes feels bullied by people who trespass on her property, and wears pink in solidarity with the anti-bullying movement. She holds the many complaint letters she has submitted to authorities over the years.
Green Party of BC Chilliwack candidate Kim Reimer

Anti-chlorination advocate runs for Green Party of BC

Kim Reimer is running for the Green Party of BC, Chilliwack riding, after her work with the anti-chlorination movement.

Green Party of BC Chilliwack candidate Kim Reimer

Program aims to match every Chilliwack resident with a G.P.

The province is rolling out a $132-million program to ensure that all residents have a family physician by 2015.

Fraser Valley RCMP select new OIC

The RCMP's Upper Fraser Valley Regional Detachment has chosen Inspector Deanne Burleigh as the new Officer in Charge.

Chilliwack weather warmer, drier than usual

This past Feb. was warmer, and drier, than the 30-year average conditions for Chilliwack. And snowfall was significantly less than average.

School district launches spring break survey

The Chilliwack school district has launched another survey to gauge residents' attitudes toward a two-week spring break.

School rankings rekindle FSA debate

Fraser Institute's school rankings are rekindling are rekindling the standardized testing debate in Chilliwack.

Special education report reveals funding challenges

Chilliwack school district overspends by 42 per cent on special education, a "not unusual" situation, according to a recent report.

Vedder Mountain Trails Association president, Dr. Mark A. Steinebach (left), joins Rose Schroeder, president of the Yarrow chapter of Back Country Horsemen of B.C., at the illicit shooting range on the West side of Vedder Mountain.

Action wanted on illegal dumping on Chilliwack trails

Garbage, junk, animal carcasses and spent shells spoiling Vedder trails; trail enthusiasts want action

Vedder Mountain Trails Association president, Dr. Mark A. Steinebach (left), joins Rose Schroeder, president of the Yarrow chapter of Back Country Horsemen of B.C., at the illicit shooting range on the West side of Vedder Mountain.
Chilliwack MLA John Les

MLA John Les furious at Vancouver’s incinerator plans

Chilliwack MLA John Les is furious at Metro Vancouver's incinerator plans, saying there is still a tough environmental review process ahead.

Chilliwack MLA John Les
Joe Krajnyak, principal at Promontory Heights elementary, speaks with students about a playground at the school which was vandalized recently.

Vandalism a constant nuisance for public schools

A slide at Promontory Heights Elementary School was burned again, the most recent incident in vandalism at public schools.

Joe Krajnyak, principal at Promontory Heights elementary, speaks with students about a playground at the school which was vandalized recently.

New sound equipment for Chilliwack Cultural Centre

Chilliwack Cultural Centre is buying 20 cordless microphones for the theatre, thanks to recently approved grants.

Women’s Day media contest offers $1,000 grand prize

A contest invites Chilliwack student submissions of art pieces to raise awareness about violence against women for Women's Day.

FVRD director claims $28,546 in travel expenses

FVRD director Dennis Adamson claimed over $28,000 of travel expenses for 2011 without supporting documents.

Cross-border shopping takes bite out of BC job market

Fraser Valley residents are flocking to US stores in large numbers, squeezing the local job market.