Hope everyone had a great week and you are looking for some great upcoming events to do and see in the coming one. Let’s get started.

Joke of the Week 🤠

The New Vacuum

A slick, fast-talking salesman drives out to a rural farmhouse, determined to make a quick sale. He walks up to the porch, knocks on the door, and a woman answers. Before she can even say hello, the salesman pushes past her into the living room and empties a massive bucket of dirt, mud, and horse manure right onto her pristine carpet.

"Ma'am!" the salesman says enthusiastically. "Do not panic! I am so confident in our brand-new, ultra-powered, high-suction vacuum cleaner that I am going to make you a guarantee. If this vacuum doesn't completely clean every single speck of this dirt off your floor in less than two minutes, I will personally eat whatever is left over with a spoon!"

The woman looks at the giant pile of mess on her floor, looks up at the salesman, and says, "Well, let me get you a spoon. We don't have electricity out here."

☀️ Positively Abbotsford

Big news for local families looking to cool down this summer! The City of Abbotsford, in partnership with Saputo, has officially completed construction on the brand-new splash pad at Crossley Park (located at McAdam Road and Old Yale Road). To celebrate, they are hosting a grand opening celebration this Saturday, June 20th. Grab the kids, pack the towels, and go check out the neighborhood's newest spot for summer fun!

It’s time to show some love to the local shops, entrepreneurs, and services that keep our community thriving. The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce and the Abbotsford News have officially opened nominations for the 30th Annual Business Excellence Awards. Because it's the big "Pearl Anniversary" milestone, this year’s gala in November promises to be an extra special celebration of Abbotsford's rich business history. If you have a favorite local spot that goes above and beyond, head over to the Chamber website and nominate them before September 7th!

We have some incredible community events hitting the calendar over the next several days:

For more events happening in the area visit Eventbrite

Local Small Business Of The Week

Pizza Factory - The Truth About Pizza Factory: Why This Is One of the Few Places Left Worth Your Hard-Earned Dollar

Let’s be completely honest: most modern pizza is an absolute scam.

In a rush to pad their profit margins, the average pizza joint has turned into a factory of compromise. They use pre-frozen toppings, watered-down sauces, and cheap fillers, betting that you won’t notice the difference. They treat you like a sucker.

That’s exactly why my recent experience at Pizza Factory was such a breath of fresh air.

When these guys started out, they kept it simple with a tight, limited menu. Today, they’ve expanded significantly—we're talking 16 different specialty pizzas, over 20 toppings, three distinct styles of crust (Traditional, Super Pan, and Whole Wheat Multigrain), three proprietary sauces (Mild, Tangy, and Creamy Garlic), and six flavors of wings.

Usually, when a restaurant expands its menu that much, quality takes a massive nose-dive. But Pizza Factory clearly operates on a different set of rules.

They understand a fundamental truth that their competitors have forgotten: You cannot produce a premium product using inferior, cheap ingredients.

You can taste it immediately in the crust, the rich profile of the sauces, and the quality of the meats. It’s obvious they refuse to play the margin-shaving game. They have a strict, uncompromising maxim that governs their entire kitchen: Always Use the Best Fresh Ingredients.

If you are tired of paying good money for lazy, corner-cutting food, do yourself a favor and order from Pizza Factory. They treat the quality of their food like an iron-clad contract with the customer, and that’s a business model I will happily put my money behind.

When I order from here (and I live in the West End) the Pizza is always hot and fresh.There driver is ALWAYS friendly and courteous, They are the ONLY pizza place I order from now.

Visit them this weekend or Order Online

2369 McCallum Rd, Abbotsford - Unit C C3

Sunday to Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Friday, Saturday: 11:00 AM - 1:00 AM

604-556-4318

https://abbotsfordpizzafactory.com/

Abbotsford History Moment

👻 The Ghost Dog of Keeping Road

If you ask local paranormal enthusiasts about the most haunted stretch of asphalt in Abbotsford, they’ll instantly point you to Keeping Road. Over the years, this quiet, dark road has become the epicenter of local urban legends, even drawing the attention of viral internet investigators and regional news.

According to local folklore, drivers traveling down Keeping Road late at night frequently report a sudden, chilling phenomenon: a phantom dog darting directly in front of their headlights. Drivers slam on their brakes, bracing for an impact that never comes, only to find the road completely empty and the dog gone without a trace.

But the "Ghost Dog" isn't the only eerie resident rumored to wander the area. Late-night travelers have also reported spotting a mysterious woman standing on the shoulder of the road in the pitch black. As vehicle headlights approach her, she reportedly vanishes into thin air right before the driver's eyes.

Have you ever driven down Keeping Road at midnight? Reply to this email and tell us if you've seen the phantom pup!

🏛️ Abbotsford History: The Echoes of Downtown Essendene

For a bit of tangible local history, you only have to look at the basement levels of the historic buildings lining Essendene Avenue in historic Downtown Abbotsford.

Long before it became a bustling hub of modern cafes, boutique shops, and local lounges, this stretch of downtown was the heart of the early 20th-century pioneer town. Over the decades, many staff members working in the basements of these older buildings—including the site of the former Fraser Valley Inn—have shared eerie stories of a heavy, lingering energy beneath the floorboards.

Local lore tells of sudden, unexplainable cold drops, the distinct sound of quiet whispers when the shops are entirely empty, and an overwhelming "urge to run" when staying alone in the historic brick basements for too long. Some old-timers and local officers have noted that the architectural layout of certain basements feels almost like a bygone prison or holding cell, though many of the early, undocumented layout changes from the town's foundational years remain shrouded in mystery.

With the cost of everyday living continuing to climb, finding simple ways to save on groceries, gas, and everyday household items is a must. One of the easiest ways to put money back in your pocket is by using cashback apps.

Here are some of the most popular and trusted apps currently available in Canada:

💡 Pro-Tip for Maximum Savings: Learn about “Stacking.” You can get double or triple the rewards by paying with a cashback credit card, clicking through a portal like Rakuten or using a Snaplii voucher, and then scanning the paper receipt into Checkout 51 afterwards.

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Have a great positive week!!!