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Surrey Christmas Tree Lighting Festival Dec. 3

Just months after the City upgraded its Earth Day celebrations, it is attempting to do the same with its third annual Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony. The event has previously attracted dismal crowds of dozens to watch the Mayor light a … Continue reading

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Surrey campus expansion high priority for SFU

Faster than anticipated growth at SFU Surrey, driven by high demand for its unique programs, has led the provincial university to make expansion of its South Fraser campus a high priority in the next few years. The first expansion of … Continue reading

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Christmas in Surrey 2010

Looking for some holiday cheer this side of the Fraser? Look no further as we present Civic Surrey’s annual Christmas in Surrey post! There’s a growing list of events occurring right here in Surrey to satisfy your festive desires, from … Continue reading

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Why nobody dare walk in Surrey City Centre

With work winding down on the Surrey Outpatient Hospital, set to open next summer, and construction just beginning on the RCMP E-Division Headquarters, Green Timbers is set to become a major regional destination for both residents and workers. Although these … Continue reading

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City Centre Library tops out at fourth floor [pics]

The City Centre Library under construction at University Boulevard and 103 Ave just reached its fourth and final floor. Construction must be complete by March 2011.

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CBC News broadcasting from Surrey next week, seeks your input

CBC News Vancouver is going on the road next week and will be making two stops in Surrey! The venerable public corporation is inviting residents to watch the live news broadcasts, featuring hosts Tony Parsons and Gloria Macarenko, between 5 … Continue reading

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Enrolment thrives at SFU Surrey

SFU Surrey continues to grow in leaps and bounds. New data reveals that nearly 25,000 students have registered for classes at the university this year, which is an increase of 3.8% over last year. 5186 of those are new students. … Continue reading

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