HEAR YE: Today’s forecast and 5 stories to start your day

Published 5:30 am Monday, March 9, 2026

WEATHER WATCH for Monday, March 9, 2026:

Today is expected to be cloudy with a high of 8 C.

5 STORIES that are making headlines:

1. Singh Foundation matches donations after Surrey school fire

The foundation is matching donations dollar-for-dollar to support the launch of a new technology program for Woodland Park students.

2. Sentencing hearing booked for man convicted in 2017 South Surrey killing

The hearing – set for April 1-2, 2026 in New Westminster – follows Brandon Teixeira’s failed efforts to have his convictions set aside.

3. Three men charged following traffic stops in Surrey and Maple Ridge

“Proactive enforcement by our Uniform Gang Enforcement Team continues to play a critical role in identifying criminal activity and holding offenders accountable.”

4. 13 Surrey/Delta nominees for 2026 Women of Distinction Awards

The 11 Surrey-area nominees are Dr. Shelina Babul, Rachel Bahika Matembe, Sarah Bundy, Suhana Gill, Shivani Jeet, Dr. Prabhjot Kahlon, Dr. Reetinder Kaur, Sukhman Kaur Dhillon, Gurminder Kaur Malik, Sumreen Kaur Rattan and Lenya Wilks.

5. LETTERS: It’s time to clean up the ‘mess’ that Surrey has become

“Why does the mayor not do something about the drug use, garbage, and feces dotting our landscapes in and around Surrey?”

SIGN UP FOR OUR FREE DAILY NEWSLETTER HERE: peacearchnews.com/newsletters

HAVE A NEWS TIP FOR US? CLICK HERE: peacearchnews.com/submissions/newstip

FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS: peacearchnews.com

HAVE A GREAT LOCAL PHOTO TO SHARE? EMAIL: newsroom@peacearchnews.com