Ben Lypka

I joined the Abbotsford News in 2015.
I graduated from Langara College's journalism program in 2010 and previously spent five years covering sports, arts and community events at the Squamish Chief newspaper.

Phone: 604-851-4526
Email: ben.lypka@abbynews.com

Recent Work by Ben

VIDEO: Snowbird RV Show and Sale returns to Abbotsford

28th edition of the event runs from Sept. 21 to 24 at Abbotsford’s Tradex

Sep 21, 2023 4:49 PM Read more >

Abbotsford Canucks bringing 2023 Training Camp to Chillwack

Canucks will run camp from Oct. 4 to 7 at Chilliwack Coliseum

Sep 18, 2023 11:36 AM Read more >

VIDEO: Abbotsford 55-Plus BC Games Opening Ceremony

Highlights from the Opening Ceremony event at Abbotsford’s Rotary Stadium

Aug 24, 2023 10:30 AM Read more >

Abbotsford 55-Plus BC Games officially open

Competitions run from Wednesday to Saturday at venues all over Abbotsford

Aug 24, 2023 5:15 AM Read more >

Logistical changes lead to better experience, say Abbotsford International Airshow officials

New ticket formats, better parking and traffic awareness create more enjoyable 2023 show

Aug 15, 2023 4:46 PM Read more >

PHOTOS: 2023 Abbotsford International Airshow Saturday

Highlights from day two of the event

Aug 12, 2023 6:34 PM Read more >

Abbotsford 2023 55-Plus BC Games still accepting volunteers

Event runs from Aug. 22 to 26 at venues in and around Abbotsford

Aug 10, 2023 9:57 AM Read more >

Top Spin Pickleball Club sprouts up in Abbotsford

Indoor pickleball facility opened in June, catered for players of all ages and skill levels

Aug 8, 2023 3:44 PM Read more >

Abbotsford Canucks sign four players to AHL deals

Josh Passolt, Derek Daschke, Michael Joyaux and Jonathan Lemiuex ink one-year deals

Aug 8, 2023 1:36 PM Read more >

Kalamazoo Wings, Canucks re-enter affiliate partnership

Fourth time organizations have linked up, Wings bringing hockey tradition and development to table

Aug 8, 2023 9:35 AM Read more >