Abbotsford news on Thursday, October 29, 2026

In Abbotsford on Thursday, October 29, 2026: Bird health crisis: 60 calls daily to wildlife centre. Also: Permanent daylight saving time is creating dangers for Fraser Valley pedestrians due to reduced evening visibility; A man has been sentenced in Abbotsford for possessing child sexual abuse material. Weather: Expect rain-free Thursday with temperatures between 4–9°C and light winds.

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Headlines

Abbotsford wildlife centre is fielding 60 calls daily as sick birds fall from the sky, indicating a health crisis among local bird populations.Vancouver Sun · Oct 29, 1:06 PM

News & local government

A former RCMP commander has pleaded guilty to assault in connection with an Abbotsford incident.Chilliwack Progress · Oct 29, 5:09 PM

Safety & emergencies

Permanent daylight saving time is creating dangers for Fraser Valley pedestrians due to reduced evening visibility.Abbotsford News · Oct 29, 9:02 PM
A man has been sentenced in Abbotsford for possessing child sexual abuse material.Abbotsford News · Oct 29, 9:39 PM
An elderly woman was rescued after a fire broke out at her Abbotsford home.7NEWS · Oct 29, 7:27 AM

Community & volunteering

Abbotsford mayor will deliver annual address to the business community on December 9.Abbotsford News · Oct 29, 7:18 PM

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