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Matthew Claxton

Matthew Claxton

I am a CCNA- and BCYCNA-award winning reporter. Raised in Langley, I have covered the news here for most of my 20-year career, with a focus on local politics, crime and homelessness.

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604-994-1054
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Recent Work by Matthew

Coleman denies wrongdoing in Langley defamation suit

Coleman denies wrongdoing in Langley defamation suit

Response claims lawsuit is attempt to besmirch reputation of former mayoral race rival
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Fewer overpasses being hit in B.C. in the wake of regulatory crackdown

Fewer overpasses being hit in B.C. in the wake of regulatory crackdown

Stiffer penalties for overheight vehicle strikes were put in place in March
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Fraudster a no show at hearing over alleged real estate misconduct

Fraudster a no show at hearing over alleged real estate misconduct

Langley's Mark Chandler did not appear before this month's BCFSA hearing
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Langley Township mayor sues councillor, ex-MLA for defamation

Langley Township mayor sues councillor, ex-MLA for defamation

Eric Woodward and two councillors sought the people behind an anonymous campaign
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Former Langley developer faces hearing after 6 years in U.S. jail

Former Langley developer faces hearing after 6 years in U.S. jail

Mark Chandler's B.C. hearing was on hold while he was serving prison time in California
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In-N-Out: Limited supply of California burgers B.C.-bound for a short time only

In-N-Out: Limited supply of California burgers B.C.-bound for a short time only

In-N-Out's international edition of U.S. chain arrives in Langley for weekend car show
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Aggravated assault suspect wanted in Langley is in B.C., Mounties say

Aggravated assault suspect wanted in Langley is in B.C., Mounties say

Police say Dustin Erich Jones is dangerous and should not be approached
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Vancouver FC pres lauds outgoing coach, but says results 'not good enough'

Vancouver FC pres lauds outgoing coach, but says results 'not good enough'

Interim head coach Marty Nash is to bring stability, will be considered for permanent role
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PETA critical of return to Canada Day fireworks in Langley Township

PETA critical of return to Canada Day fireworks in Langley Township

Animal rights group offers funds for alternative drone show to avoid frightening pets
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Langley man makes epic B.C. run to fight cancer, inspired by Terry Fox

Langley man makes epic B.C. run to fight cancer, inspired by Terry Fox

Local teacher will run from Langley to Kamloops and back again this summer
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