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.

Phone: 604-994-1054
Email: matthew.claxton@langleyadvancetimes.com

Recent Work by Matthew

No need for new Brookswood plans: Housing Minister

Kahlon says no more major changes on housing in near future

May 16, 2024 8:00 PM Read more >

Quebec child porn suspect arrested in Langley

Suspect sent back east to face charges

May 15, 2024 11:34 AM Read more >

Langley dental hygienist worked without a licence

College bans her from ever applying to practice in B.C., for life

May 10, 2024 10:15 AM Read more >

Fraser Valley fur farmers lose lawsuit against B.C. over mink ban

Claims against province for fur farm ban struck by judge

May 8, 2024 1:00 PM Read more >

Fake financial advisor who defrauded seniors fined $340K

Alvinder Singh Gill took more than $258,000 from Langley retirees over 10 years

May 1, 2024 11:02 AM Read more >

Firefighters rescue ducklings from Langley storm drains

Ducks taken to vet, will now go to wildlife organization

Apr 30, 2024 1:40 PM Read more >

TWU security guard found guilty of Langley manslaughter

Guard tackled man and held by the neck for around 10 minutes

Apr 29, 2024 1:30 PM Read more >

SUV crashes into wall of Langley City motel

Victim says impact may have caused serious issues with his leg

Apr 25, 2024 11:15 AM Read more >

Langley man given house arrest after fentanyl bust in Williams Lake

Crown had asked for four and a half years behind bars after guilty plea

Apr 18, 2024 3:40 PM Read more >

B.C. judge orders shared custody of golden retriever as couple splits

Case is one of first under new legislation that makes pets more than property

Apr 17, 2024 10:00 AM Read more >

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