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An IIO report says a man who became unresponsive while being transported to SPS cells died from pre-existing medical conditions and alcohol consumption.
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An IIO report says a man who became unresponsive while being transported to SPS cells died from pre-existing medical conditions and alcohol consumption.

Metro Vancouver Crime Stoppers will hold its annual public Jail & Bail fundraiser at Surrey’s Central City Plaza on Sept. 18.

Mayor Brenda Locke says the release of two high-risk offenders to live in Surrey within two days is unacceptable and calls for a fairer distribution of responsibility.

The 24-year-old forward, acquired from Florida in 2025, recorded 35 points in 78 games during his 2025-26 rookie season with Washington.

Mayor Brenda Locke is urging the federal justice minister to strengthen protections and distribute responsibility for managing high-risk offenders fairly among jurisdictions.

Surrey is reviewing bids for King Creek wetland improvements, with city council approving nearly $2 million for related projects.

The new collision-repair business will host the Sept. 19 event, with proceeds supporting Cystic Fibrosis Canada and Surrey United Soccer Club.

Surrey held a ceremonial groundbreaking for a proposed $311-million Newton Community Centre, as mayoral candidates disputed its site, cost and timeline.

Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy will bring their teenage children to Bell Performing Arts Centre in Surrey on Nov. 22 for their new Christmas-themed touring show.

Surrey has begun work on the $310.6-million Newton Community Centre, a 175,000-square-foot facility expected to open in spring 2030.

The Ducktona 5000 fundraiser released 3,750 ducks at Crescent Beach on Sept. 12, with proceeds supporting Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue Station 5 volunteers.

Traffic restrictions for Surrey-Langley SkyTrain construction will block access between 188th Street and Fraser Highway on five days from late September to early October.
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