Author: Olivia Harris

The Langley Thunder junior A lacrosse program is celebrating after three of its standout players were recognized as some of the best in British Columbia this season. The provincial awards highlighted both the experience of a graduating star and the promise of rising talents, showcasing the strength of the Thunder organization. Cody Malawsky, a veteran forward from Maple Ridge, closed his junior career in style. He won the John Urban Award, which is given to the league’s top graduating player. He was also named to the first-team all-star lineup. Malawsky became one of the most respected names in the BC…

Langley’s 16th Avenue has long been overdue for widening, say local residents and commuters. Traffic safety concerns have grown as the busy east-west route continues to handle thousands of vehicles daily, including a high volume of semi trucks. Experts note that the road should have been expanded decades ago. If the necessary land had been acquired 40 years ago, costs would have been far lower. Delays have now made the project more expensive and complicated. Currently, 16th Avenue remains narrow, with sections similar in width to streets in parks, yet it carries constant heavy traffic. Its narrow, hilly stretches pose…

A major fire at a construction site in Langley, B.C., forced nearby road closures and residential evacuations early Sunday morning. Police reported the blaze just before 4:15 a.m. PT at a building under construction near 201 Street and Fraser Highway in the suburban Metro Vancouver area. Photos from the scene show large flames engulfing the structure, creating thick smoke visible from surrounding streets. Authorities acted quickly to protect residents in nearby homes, evacuating them as a safety precaution. Langley RCMP confirmed no injuries occurred during the fire. Officers have closed roads in the immediate area to ensure public safety and…

A tragic motorcyclist crash in Langley has left one person dead and several others injured. Police confirmed the deadly collision happened on Wednesday evening at a busy intersection, forcing long road closures and drawing a major emergency response. The crash took place just before 6 p.m. at the intersection of 200 Street and 80 Avenue. According to police, traffic was heavy at the time, which made the scene even more chaotic. Witnesses reported long delays as officers worked to secure the area and gather details about what caused the accident. Police say several vehicles were involved in the crash. A…

A Langley-based animal rescue group is stepping up to save puppies from harsh street conditions in Mexico. Just Four Paws recently brought three young puppies from Jalisco, Mexico, to British Columbia for adoption. The puppies—named Alvin, Simon, and Theodore after the popular movie Alvin and the Chipmunks—were found alone and vulnerable in San Juan Cosalá, a small town in Mexico. Nikki DeSousa, founder of Just Four Paws, said the first priority is making sure the puppies are healthy. Before arriving in Canada, the puppies must get all their shots, be wormed, vaccinated for rabies, and neutered. Each one will have…

Langley RCMP are asking for help from the public after a deadly crash involving a motorcyclist on Highway 1 in British Columbia. The crash happened Saturday evening, just before 8:30 p.m., between 264th and 248th Street on the westbound side of the highway. Emergency responders, including BC Emergency Health Services and Township of Langley firefighters, rushed to the scene. Sadly, the motorcyclist died at the site. Authorities, including collision analysts and the BC Highway Patrol, are now investigating the crash. Due to the incident, the westbound lanes of Highway 1 were closed for several hours, causing traffic delays. Langley RCMP…

Langley United has made a stunning debut in the League1 BC soccer league by winning the championship in their first season. The team defeated Vancouver Whitecaps Academy 3-2 in a thrilling final match on July 26 at UBC Thunderbird Stadium. The win was sealed with a dramatic penalty goal by Amir Mahdi Ghasemi in the 95th minute. Ghasemi’s goal came with the final kick of the game, setting off celebrations among players and fans. Brody Thomas and Axl de Vries also scored for Langley, helping the team secure their historic victory. The pressure was high heading into the final. It…

The Salvation Army Gateway of Hope is preparing 900 backpacks for students in Langley before the new school year begins. This annual effort is part of the Backpacks and School Supplies program, which supports children and teens in the Langley School District (SD35), from kindergarten to Grade 12. The goal is to help students return to school with the supplies they need and the confidence to succeed. Jasmine Sidhu, the organization’s fundraising coordinator, confirmed that registration for this year’s program is now open. She said the Gateway of Hope runs this program every year to support local families who need…

Langley Township is continuing its study on truck parking in the Gloucester Industrial Park. The pilot project, which allows large commercial trucks to park on certain streets, is showing promising results with only a few tickets issued so far. Metro Vancouver has long faced a shortage of truck parking. Industrial land is limited and costly, which has forced many truck drivers to park illegally on agricultural lands. This issue has caused frustration among local residents, especially in South Langley where several unauthorized truck lots have appeared. In response, Langley Township began approving temporary truck parking lots last year and launched…

Police in Langley, British Columbia, have laid eight charges in connection with a shooting that left one man dead and another injured. The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) confirmed that the Crown approved a second-degree murder charge on Friday. The incident occurred on August 2, 2025, when officers responded to reports of gunfire at a residence. Two men were found hurt and rushed to the hospital. One victim, 41-year-old Dillan Unger, later died of his wounds. The other man was treated and then released. Investigators say Unger and the accused, Stephen Johnson, were acquainted. Johnson was already in custody on…