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Month: July 2025

Surrey Police Urge Summer Vigilance Against Break-Ins
Crime

Surrey Police Urge Summer Vigilance Against Break-Ins

The Surrey Police Service is warning residents of a seasonal increase in residential break-ins during summer, with 599 incidents reported from June to September over the past three years. A significant number of these break-ins involved unsecured homes or garage entries. Police are urging residents to secure windows, doors, and garages, especially when away on vacation. Tips include storing ladders, pausing mail, and installing security systems. The long-running Block Watch program also plays a key role in preventing crime through community cooperation. SPS stresses that public awareness and proactive safety measures can help reduce break-ins during this high-risk period.

Two Arrested in Surrey Extortion Case Linked to Violence
Crime

Two Arrested in Surrey Extortion Case Linked to Violence

Two suspects have been arrested in connection with a series of 2024 extortion cases in Surrey, B.C., involving arson and gunfire. The incidents targeted primarily South Asian business owners and are part of a larger pattern of organized criminal intimidation across the Lower Mainland. A Joint Force Operation (JFO), established in January 2025, is leading the investigation with support from multiple police agencies. Authorities urge victims not to comply with extortion demands and to report incidents immediately. The investigation remains ongoing.

New Mums Most Mentally Vulnerable in First Year: Psychologist
Health

New Mums Most Mentally Vulnerable in First Year: Psychologist

Psychologist reveals new mothers face their most vulnerable mental health phase in the first year post-birth due to sleep loss, isolation, and identity shifts. Expert Warns of Critical Mental Health Window for Mothers In a interview with clinical psychologist Dr Julie Smith shared that the year following childbirth is the most mentally vulnerable period in […]

Protecting Hearing May Lower Dementia Risk, Says NHS Doctor
Health

Protecting Hearing May Lower Dementia Risk, Says NHS Doctor

NHS GP Dr Amir Khan has warned that mid-life hearing loss is a major, yet preventable, risk factor for dementia. In a viral TikTok video, he explained that untreated hearing problems increase cognitive strain, leading to memory issues, brain shrinkage, and social withdrawal — all of which can accelerate dementia. Backed by research and support from the Alzheimer’s Society, Dr Khan urged people over 40 to get their hearing tested and use hearing aids if needed, emphasizing that protecting hearing is vital for long-term brain health.

Surrey Council to Review Disputed Planning Fees
Feature

Surrey Council to Review Disputed Planning Fees

Waverley Borough Council okays independent review for homeowners hit by unexpected Community Infrastructure Levy bills after home extensions. Residents Face Crushing Bills Homeowners across Waverley say unexpected Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) demands—some topping £70,000—have left them juggling extra mortgages and the threat of repossession. One Godalming couple’s case sparked wider outrage, drawing in local MPs […]

Lytton Wildfire Update: Izman Creek Blaze Tops 130 Hectares
Environment

Lytton Wildfire Update: Izman Creek Blaze Tops 130 Hectares

Wildfire North of Lytton Expands to Over 130 Hectares The Izman Creek wildfire, burning north of Lytton, has rapidly grown to more than 130 hectares, according to the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS). As of 5 p.m. on July 2, crews remain on scene with three helicopters actively supporting fire suppression efforts. Although no new evacuation […]

Volunteers Strengthen Surrey’s Climate-Resilient Living Dike
Environment

Volunteers Strengthen Surrey’s Climate-Resilient Living Dike

Surrey Volunteers Help Reinforce First-of-Its-Kind Living Dike In a powerful show of community-led climate resilience and environmental stewardship, volunteers joined forces in South Surrey’s Mud Bay to enhance B.C.’s first living dike. The work, completed just before the Canada Day long weekend, is part of a broader climate adaptation pilot led by the City of […]

Surrey Fast-Tracks Building Permits to Boost Development
Feature

Surrey Fast-Tracks Building Permits to Boost Development

Surrey amends building bylaw to speed up permits for multi-use projects, aiming to ease housing strain and accelerate growth across the city. New Rules Aim to Streamline Permitting Process The City of Surrey has officially amended its building bylaw to reduce permit wait times, enabling developers to submit early building permit applications before full development […]

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