Pitt Meadows Rider Set to Shine at BMX World Championships
Pitt Meadows Ryan Tougas leads Team Canada at the BMX World Championships in Denmark, racing for global glory this weekend.
Pitt Meadows Ryan Tougas leads Team Canada at the BMX World Championships in Denmark, racing for global glory this weekend.
Four men have been charged with first-degree murder and forcible confinement in the death of a 19-year-old Abbotsford man, who was found with severe injuries in Surrey on January 27 and later died in hospital.
Charged are Jaskaran Singh (20) and Bipanpreet Singh (22) of Surrey, Ravdeep Gill (21) of Winnipeg, and Harmandeep Gill (26) of Brampton, Ont. A fifth person, Inderpreet Khosa (19) of Abbotsford, faces a charge of forcible confinement.
Police say the killing was targeted but not gang-related. The charges follow a six-month investigation involving multiple police agencies across B.C., Manitoba, and Ontario.
Kap’s Café in Surrey, owned by Indian celebrity Kapil Sharma and his wife, was struck by gunfire in the early hours of July 10. No injuries were reported, though staff were present during the shooting. Mayor Brenda Locke visited the café days later, expressing support and praising community resilience. She also urged social media platforms to remove violent content after a video of the incident circulated online. The café has since reopened, and Surrey Police say the investigation remains active.
Cloverdale, B.C. – Ugly Potato Day is back on August 9 at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds, aiming to distribute 500,000 pounds of free produce to over 30,000 people. Organized by farmer Ty Heppell and sponsored by Odd Bunch, the event promotes food security and fights food waste by giving away imperfect but edible fruits and vegetables. While a Guinness World Record attempt was dropped due to logistics, the mission to feed local families continues. Free admission, pre-registration encouraged. Event runs 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with family activities, a DJ, and food trucks.
A serious crash on 176th Street north of Fraser Highway sent one driver to hospital and closed the northbound lane for several hours on the evening of July 31. The vehicle veered off the road and landed in a water-filled ditch around 9 p.m. Surrey Fire’s Technical Rescue Team extricated the driver, who sustained serious but non-life-threatening injuries. Emergency crews cleared the scene later that night. The cause of the crash is under investigation.
After 20 years with the Conservatives, Surrey councillor Andy Lynch jumps to Reform UK, claiming the Tories have stopped listening to everyday people. A Political Earthquake in Surrey: Longtime Tory Councillor Defects to Reform UK In a move that’s rattled the Surrey political scene, veteran councillor Andy Lynch has officially left the Conservative Party—after more […]
Guildford and Waverley’s new shared CEO secures a £169,950 salary after a quick committee vote, matching regional peers and union pay agreements. A Swift Decision: Council CEO Pay Raised to £169,950 In a meeting that lasted barely two minutes, the Guildford and Waverley Joint Senior Staff Committee approved a new salary of £169,950 for their […]
Surrey Police Service has issued a renewed call for witnesses to a fatal two-vehicle collision that occurred on July 1, 2025, around 4:10 p.m. at 120 Street and 97 Avenue. Three people were hospitalized, and one driver has since died from injuries. The latest appeal comes after videos of the crash surfaced on social media. Police are urging those who recorded or witnessed the incident to come forward. Anyone with dashcam, CCTV footage, or relevant information is asked to contact SPS at 604-599-0502 (File: 25-54337) or reach out to Crime Stoppers anonymously.
Quesnel Bakery marks 49 years with founder Horst Teetzen turning 82—celebrating community, family, and a legacy built one loaf at a time. A Sweet Legacy: Quesnel Bakery Turns 49 In the heart of Quesnel, where the scent of fresh bread fills the air, a remarkable celebration is unfolding. On August 1st, Quesnel Bakery isn’t just […]
Lana Popham, MLA for Saanich South, brings deep agricultural roots and leadership experience to her role as B.C.’s Minister of Agriculture and Food. B.C. Agriculture Minister Builds Policy on Deep Island Roots A Longstanding Representative for Saanich South Lana Popham, a seasoned voice in British Columbia’s Legislature, has served as the MLA for Saanich South […]