It’s just halfway to Aldergrove but now it’s on everyone’s radar. The eclectic Hilltop Cafe on Fraser Highway (at 240th) was featured in mid-April on the Food Channel. Of course, the main reason it remains so popular is because of the food served, which is enhanced by its popular decor that keeps attracting film crews. Check it out the next time you are travelling east on Fraser Highway. Remember it is famous for its pies.
Had an interesting conversation recently about old postal addresses that are still in effect today in many parts of the Fraser Valley. It is especially confusing to the many newcomers living here – especially those from other provinces and countries who have never heard of these places.
It is no wonder people who now live in Langley are having a hard time figuring out what the real boundaries are. It hard enough for them to figure out why there are two Langleys! (But that’s a whole other column).
Many people are confused when they see mailing addresses such as Aldergrove, Milner and Fort Langley. They often ask – isn’t that a part of Langley? You don’t see many envelopes addressed to Cloverdale, B.C. anymore, although they probably would still get delivered by Canada Post. It seems that you are constantly being asked to give your postal code as a means of identifying a location. I would think in this global economy that the system needs some modernization.
Then there are still many people with birth certificates that say “Born in Murrayville, B.C.” Try explaining that to someone who doesn’t understand that it is an historic part of Langley. You won’t find it on many of today’s maps.
It is always hard to write about yourself but I do feel honoured for being decorated with Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee Medal. I would like to thank the Langley community for its support over the years in allowing me to serve in their local government for many years. The award was presented by the Governor General of Canada through the Federation of Canadian Municipalities for volunteer service to local governments in Canada and internationally. I will be able to wear it at Remembrance Day ceremonies and other special occasions.
For some people the real start of summer is the holiday weekend in May. That is the time cowboys and cowgirls head to Cloverdale for the annual Rodeo and Exhibition, which runs from Friday to Monday. The downtown bed races and kick-off party are on the Thursday night.
British Columbia goes to the election polls on Tuesday, May 14. Remember to exercise your democratic right. Please vote!