HEAR YE: Today’s forecast and 5 stories to start your day
Published 5:30 am Saturday, February 28, 2026
WEATHER WATCH for Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026:
Today’s forecast calls for a mix of sun and cloud, with the skies expected to clear near noon. Today’s temperature is expected to reach a high of 11 inland.
5 STORIES that are making headlines:
1. Wetland conservation team tackles invasive species in Surrey’s Serpentine Fen
“This is a great opportunity to bring awareness of invasive species to the public.”
2. ‘No unreasonable delay’ in 2017 South Surrey murder trial
Brandon Nathan Teixeira learned Feb. 25 that his application to have his convictions set aside due to unreasonable delay failed.
3. Surrey Soccer Fan Zones at 2 sites during FIFA World Cup in June, July
Video screens showing games, live music, food trucks and other attractions are planned outdoors at Surrey Civic Plaza starting June 11, and inside Cloverdale Agriplex starting July 1.
4. Surrey approves 10,508 new dwellings
A corporate report notes that in 2025, Surrey added 4,280 dwellings and cut permit timelines by 75 per cent after being granted $100.7 million by the federal government in 2023.
5. B.C.’s minimum wage scheduled to jump to $18.25 per hour, June 1
“Annual minimum-wage increases… have helped paycheques keep up with increasing costs of essentials like food and transportation.”
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