Vikki Hopes

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Reporter at Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows News

Reporter at Abbotsford News

Reporter with The Abbotsford News since 1991, covering cops, courts and other interesting stuff. [email protected]

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Articles

Boardwalk and pool remain in latest plans for Mill Lake in Abbotsford

1 week ago | abbynews.com | Vikki Hopes

A plan for the future of Mill Lake Park in Abbotsford has been further fine-tuned and includes retaining and replacing the boardwalk, widening the lake loop, and adding two permanent stages, a multi-purpose arts building, a nine-hole disc golf course and an off-leash dog area. Council voted on Tuesday (May 27) to send the draft Mill Lake Park Master Plan to the third of four stages – community consultation – before the document is finalized.
Abbotsford double-homicide trial delayed after accused fires lawyer

1 week ago | langleyadvancetimes.com | Vikki Hopes

One of three men charged with the 2022 murder of a senior Abbotsford couple has fired his lawyer, further delaying his trial. BC Prosecution Service spokesperson Damienne Darby told The Abbotsford News that Khushveer Toor discharged his lawyer on April 30. Toor’s trial was slated to begin on May 20 on two charges of first-degree murder related to the killings of Arnold and Joanne De Jong. A new date has not yet been set.
Abbotsford double-homicide trial delayed after accused fires lawyer

1 week ago | mapleridgenews.com | Vikki Hopes

One of three men charged with the 2022 murder of a senior Abbotsford couple has fired his lawyer, further delaying his trial. BC Prosecution Service spokesperson Damienne Darby told The Abbotsford News that Khushveer Toor discharged his lawyer on April 30. Toor’s trial was slated to begin on May 20 on two charges of first-degree murder related to the killings of Arnold and Joanne De Jong. A new date has not yet been set.
New provincial law will trigger trustee byelection in Abbotsford

1 week ago | mapleridgenews.com | Vikki Hopes

A new law that will disqualify MLAs from holding another local elected office will trigger a byelection in Abbotsford. The Eligibility to Hold Public Office Act passed third reading on Tuesday (May 27). It is expected to receive royal assent on Thursday and become law. The law will prevent MLAs from continuing to serve in local elected offices – such as city council or school board – after their election to the legislature.
Two arrested youths cleared in fatal stabbing of Abbotsford teen

1 week ago | saobserver.net | Vikki Hopes

Two youths who were arrested following the fatal stabbing Sunday (May 25) of Billy Ledoux of Abbotsford have been cleared of any involvement, according to investigators. In a press release on Tuesday, the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) said it has confirmed that the two youths arrested near the scene “were not responsible for the stabbing and have been released to their parents.” Sgt.
B.C.'s Drug War Survivors call forced treatment plan 'a failure of justice'

2 weeks ago | nanaimobulletin.com | Vikki Hopes

The Abbotsford Drug War Survivors (DWS) have sent a letter to the province, saying they are concerned about potential human rights violations related to involuntary treatment. The province announced in March that new guidelines had been released to address when the Mental Health Act can be used to treat people with substance-use and mental-health disorders against their will. B.C.’s first involuntary care beds – for incarcerated men – opened in April at Surrey Pretrial Services Centre.
Abbotsford woman knighted in formal Order of St. George ceremony

2 weeks ago | abbynews.com | Vikki Hopes

An Abbotsford resident has received a prestigious honour in recognition of her contributions to society and her commitment to service. Gwen Settle was knighted as a member of the Order of St. George – one of the oldest chivalric orders – on April 26 at an investiture ceremony at Holy Trinity Cathedral in New Westminster. Members of the order become a “knight” or a “dame” in a ceremony that includes a formal procession into the cathedral, trumpet fanfares and pipers.
Abbotsford Drug War Survivors say forced treatment 'a failure of justice'

2 weeks ago | theprogress.com | Vikki Hopes

The Abbotsford Drug War Survivors (DWS) have sent a letter to the province, saying they are concerned about potential human rights violations related to involuntary treatment. The province announced in March that new guidelines had been released to address when the Mental Health Act can be used to treat people with substance-use and mental-health disorders against their will. B.C.’s first involuntary care beds – for incarcerated men – opened in April at Surrey Pretrial Services Centre.
Two new emergency shelters set to open in Abbotsford

3 weeks ago | abbynews.com | Vikki Hopes

Two new emergency shelters for people experiencing homelessness will soon open in Abbotsford, providing an additional 45 spaces. Housing Minister Ravi Kahlon was in the community on Friday morning (May 16) at one of the new shelters at 2539 Montvue Ave. Kahlon said a total of 30 spaces are now complete at the site, and people will start moving in next month.
Semá:th First Nation hopes to expand land with 3 Abbotsford properties

3 weeks ago | abbynews.com | Vikki Hopes

Abbotsford council is supporting a proposal to have three properties within city limits become part of Semá:th (Sumas) First Nation. The request came before council at its meeting on Tuesday (May 13), with all councillors agreeing to send two letters to Indigenous Services Canada in support of the plan.