Newton community centre’s site and size fuel election-campaign debate
Surrey held a ceremonial groundbreaking for a proposed $311-million Newton Community Centre, as mayoral candidates disputed its site, cost and timeline.
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Vancouver police seize guns and suspected drugs from False Creek boat
Four people were arrested after Vancouver police searched the Night Shadow following a report that someone aboard allegedly fired a suppressed gun into the water.
Daily Hive Vancouver
MacMaster and Leahy bring teenage children to Surrey for Celtic Family Christmas concert
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 Now-Leader
North Vancouver couple wins $500,000 Lotto 6/49 Extra prize
A North Vancouver couple won a $500,000 Extra prize in the Sept. 9 Lotto 6/49 draw and says it has not yet decided how to use the money.
Richmond News
Vancouver police seize and search a boat in False Creek after Marine Squad and ERT board it
Vancouver police arrested four people and seized firearms-related items and suspected drugs after searching a False Creek boat following a report of alleged gunfire into the water.
Vancouver Police Department
Construction begins on Newton Community Centre in Surrey
Surrey has begun work on the $310.6-million Newton Community Centre, a 175,000-square-foot facility expected to open in spring 2030.
City of Surrey
South Surrey duck race raises nearly $20,000 for marine search and rescue
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.
Surrey Now-Leader
Harbour Air to acquire Pacific Coastal Airlines and form regional airline group
The proposed deal would combine the Richmond-founded carriers’ fleets, preserve both brands and maintain Canadian ownership.
CityNews Vancouver
Richmond council will explore buffer zones between vape shops and schools or daycares
Council has asked staff to examine whether vape shops should be kept a set distance from schools, daycares and other places frequented by children.
Richmond News
Access between 188th Street and Fraser Highway to close on select dates
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.
Surrey Now-Leader
Ten Metro Vancouver locations for viewing colourful fall foliage
From campus oaks and leafy city streets to lakeside paths and major parks, Metro Vancouver offers a range of places to see autumn colours.
Richmond News
Surrey councillor Linda Annis faces lawsuit over dog-bite incident
A lawsuit against Surrey councillor and mayoral candidate Linda Annis seeks damages after her Dalmatian, Ron, bit a man; the allegations have not been proven in court.
Global News BC
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