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Detecting a trend in Langley

A few moments from Langley’s Mystery Weekend.

February 25, 2025 1:30 am

(Photo by Nicole Whittington-Johnson)
These young sleuths came dressed to impress at the Langley Mystery Weekend, Feb. 22-23. Ticket sales increased 25% from last year, according to Langley Chamber of Commerce Director Nicole Whittington-Johnson. This was the 40th year for the popular event, which helps bring visitors into the Village by the Sea during a slow time of year. — (Photo by Nicole Whittington-Johnson) These young sleuths came dressed to impress at the Langley Mystery Weekend, Feb. 22-23. Ticket sales increased 25% from last year, according to Langley Chamber of Commerce Director Nicole Whittington-Johnson. This was the 40th year for the popular event, which helps bring visitors into the Village by the Sea during a slow time of year.

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(Photo by the Langley Chamber of Commerce)
The farthest-traveled sleuth came from Gloucestershire, UK — nearly 5,000 miles away.

(Photo by the Langley Chamber of Commerce) The farthest-traveled sleuth came from Gloucestershire, UK — nearly 5,000 miles away.

Photo by Nicole Whittington-Johnson

Photo by Nicole Whittington-Johnson

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