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Langley RCMP say a 16-month investigation led to five arrests and multiple charges tied to extortion, shootings and arson at dealership locations in Surrey and Langley in summer 2025.
Ilhan Abdullahi’s 77-minute feature follows a youth worker drawn into a criminal investigation and reconnecting with her estranged community. The film, closely tied to Surrey, makes its B.C. debut at VIFF.
“I Think You’re In Love With Me” explores how traces of a past relationship can carry into the next one. Merlo says the release marks the start of a new, independent chapter in her career.
The BC NDP would cap margins on staple foods, require unit pricing and pursue other measures it says could ease grocery costs for B.C. residents.
Jury selection in Mann’s second-degree murder trial is set for Saturday morning in New Westminster, and the trial is expected to last about three weeks.
The month-long campaign began Sept. 4 and runs through the weekend, targeting helmet violations, riders under 16 and sidewalk use. Police say missing helmets account for most incidents.
The RCMP says the investigation began in June 2025 after an auto dealership’s co-owners reported extreme extortion demands; police expect partner forces to lay more charges soon.
The Surrey mayoral candidate says he and his Safe Surrey Coalition team would establish an eight-ward system if elected to council on Oct. 17.
Vancouver Police say a month-long targeted e-scooter enforcement campaign has produced more than 1,275 warnings and tickets so far, most involving riders without helmets. The campaign runs through Oct. 4.
Northern Paranormal Investigations will host an Oct. 3 event at Alex House in Crescent Beach, sharing investigation methods and material collected over 16 years. All ticket sales will support Alex House.
Incumbent Conservative MLA Trevor Halford will face BC NDP candidate Darryl Walker, BC Green Party candidate Christine Kinnie and independent Kevin Diakiw. No CentreBC candidate was listed as of Friday morning.
Greater Vancouver Realtors reported 1,717 sales, 25 per cent below the 10-year seasonal average. Fewer apartment-style homes changed hands, while the composite benchmark price fell 5.5 per cent year over year.
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