Surrey Now, July 16, 2015

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‘Is Whalley the best name? Probably not. But it’s our name.’ I

t’s safe to assume bootlegger Arthur Whalley didn’t know residents would be so passionate about honouring his name decades later. But they are. Locals are celebrating after the city installed street signs, giving Whalley’s Corner around 108th Avenue and King George Boulevard historical designation, after they lobbied for it. “Getting this historical district is a huge win for the community. And if the city really thinks about it, it’s a huge win for the city because now we’re closer. And isn’t that what it’s all about?” said Pete Nichols, owner of Whalley Printers and a member of the Whalley Community Improvement Association that formed to ensure the area is not left behind. “After all we’ve been through, we’re here, we’re proud of who we are and we’re not going anywhere.”

15 Even some developers are recognizing the value of honouring Whalley’s history. Here, Pete Nichols stands in front of a building near King George Boulevard and 107th Avenue where the owner wrapped the building in a tribute to Whalley’s history and character. (Photo: AMY REID)

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❚ Read Amy Reid’s first report in a special series we call ‘Waking up Whalley’s Corner’ on page 8 in today’s issue.


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