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Police found a man’s body beside the road in the 6100-block of 156 Street in Surrey at 1:07 p.m. Wednesday. The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team is investigating, and police are seeking tips and video footage.
A man was found dead near 156 Street and 61 Avenue in Surrey on Wednesday afternoon. Police suspect foul play, and the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team has taken over the case.
A Surrey-area guide lists theatre, concerts, Halloween attractions, comedy, community programs, markets and more through October and November. It includes dates, venues, prices and contact details for events ranging from a free Newton street festival to ticketed performances.
The 2026 VGH+ Millionaire Lottery is selling tickets until Jan. 8, 2027, or until they sell out. Its 11 grand-prize options include homes in White Rock and South Surrey, with a $3-million tax-free cash alternative.
Surrey Police Service has released photos of a possible suspect vehicle as it renews its appeal for information about an aggravated assault near 120 Street and 70 Avenue on Sept. 8, 2024. One victim suffered severe head and brain trauma and was placed on life support.
Surrey is highlighting community art exhibitions, weekend performances at Bear Creek Lights, artist calls for film, visual art and performance, and fall community art programs.
Linda Annis says her Surrey First team would invest $555 million on the 100-acre Cloverdale Fairgrounds site if elected, including an indoor rodeo venue, sports and aquatic centre, trade and exhibition centre, curling rink and truck museum.
Surrey Police Service is seeking witnesses and other information to advance its investigation into a 2024 park assault that left one man with severe brain and head injuries. Police have released images of a possible Dodge Durango that left before officers arrived.
Surrey Art Gallery’s fall lineup includes exhibitions by Farheen Haq, Russna Kaur, S F Ho and other artists, plus free community weaving on Oct. 22 and a family Art Jam on Oct. 25. The gallery is also accepting applications for its docent team, with training starting Jan. 14, 2027.
Surrey Schools held its annual retirement dinner on Oct. 6 for 221 employees who retired during the 2025-26 school year. Retirees represented nearly every role in the district, and the evening included student and union speakers, music and thank-you gifts.
The annual province-wide earthquake drill is set for Oct. 15, 2026, at 10:15 a.m. White Rock Fire Rescue is encouraging residents, businesses, organizations and community groups to participate and practise key safety steps.
The Clayton Clipper launching gantry will install concrete segments for the Surrey-Langley SkyTrain east of Highway 15. From Oct. 18 to mid-November, work will extend overnight, on Sundays and statutory holidays, with temporary access changes and traffic stops of up to two minutes.
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