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A BC Conservative candidate is facing criticism after an offensive online comment he made about Palestinians resurfaced.
Brent Chapman, the Conservative candidate for Surrey-South is facing criticism after an offensive online comment he made about Palestinians resurfaced., made a Facebook comment in 2015 describing Palestinians as “little inbred walking talking breathing time bombs.”
Late Wednesday night, Chapman issued an apology for his comments.
“The language I used and the sentiments I expressed at that time towards Palestinians and members of the Islamic faith were completely unacceptable,” he said in a statement.
“They do not reflect who I am today or the respect and admiration I hold for the Palestinian and Muslim communities.”
He added that he wants to “offer (his) sincerest apologies to everyone hurt by my past words.”
Yesterday John Rustad said that he “accepted” Brent Chapman’s apology for a series of hateful posts targeting Muslims. Rustad did not say he had consulted with Muslim community leaders.
Last night, he ruled out asking Chapman to resign before even speaking to him.
On August 28, 2024, Rustad was asked by CFAX about the controversial views of his candidates. He said “racism” and “hate” were his lines in the sand:
Brent Chapman with Federal MP Kerry Lynne Findlay
Amazing August evening with my husband, Brent Chapman, featuring 450 guests and the @cityofwhiterock best vistas at the 8th annual Picnic on the Pier to benefit Peace Arch Hospital.
Northern Lights - Light Up Our Sky
A number of photographers were set for the light show last night over Crescent Beach's baby pier.
LISA NOLAN caught the action in the five Corners District of uptown White Rock.
With clear skies forecasted for the weekend we all may get lucky to see them again.
TransLink customers travelling to Vancouver Island can use Bridgeport Station on the Canada Line to connect with Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal via Route 620. Bus routes 257 and 250 also travel between downtown Vancouver and Horseshoe Bay Ferry Terminal. Extra service will be added to routes 620 and 257 during the long weekend.
TransLink services on Thanksgiving Day (Monday, October 14):
1-Zone fare for all modes of transit.
Bus, SkyTrain, and SeaBus will operate on a Sunday/holiday schedule.
The TransLink Customer Service Centre, Access Transit Customer Care Office, and Lost Property Office will be closed.
Picture Perfect
We are looking for 12 scenic photos for our 2025 community calendar!
If you are interested in participating, please e-mail your original, high resolution photos from South Surrey or White Rock in landscape format to kerry-lynne.findlay@parl.gc.ca by November 1st!
Let’s showcase our beautiful community!
October 08, 2024
White Rock Council Rewind
-The White Rock Business Improvement Association received a mandate to continue operating for the next 5 years. Their close to 2 million dollar budget over that time period is designated to create an improved business landscape in White Rock.
- The White Rock warming centre is no closer to fruition. Advocates spoke to council on the need to house the homeless in our community by once again operating a daytime Warming Centre. The lack of a location and a final decision if it will be a full on warming Centre for three months daily, or whether it will only open on the Cold Weather Warning dates has still not been decided. the results of the city's online survey regarding the community feedback is listed below with the graph. Over 1600 individuals took the online survey.
- waterfront parking lots overnight hours were reviewed subsequently the waterfront parking lots will be closed from 2-5 a.m. daily.
- after more than a decade the city appears to be ready to move on beautifying the Helen Fathers Centre Street Walkway. Council has give the green light to spend roughly $100,000.00 to being the beautification of the city owned road end.
Hear from local candidates on issues relating to the community: Housing, Health Care, Affordability, Jobs/Employment and Public safety. Hear from self-advocates on what is important to them and you will also be able to speak directly with the candidates.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9TH, 2024
5:00PM- 6:30PM
UNITI 15306 24 Ave Surrey, B.C
Free event - NO RSVP Necessary
CANCELLED
The planned spraying of glysophate along the rail line on the White rock waterfront has been delayed until further notice due to equipment maintenance.
October 06, 2024
Motor Vehicle Fatality / Sullivan Area South Surrey
UPDATE OCTOBER 07 3 p.m.
Impairment believed to be contributing factor in weekend fatality in Surrey
The Surrey RCMP is updating the public that impairment by drugs is believed to be a contributing factor in a fatal collision that resulted in the death of a pedestrian on the weekend.
On October 5, 2024 at approximately 4:30 pm, Surrey RCMP responded to a report of a fatal motor vehicle collision near 144 Street and Hyland Drive. A Ford F350 was travelling northbound on 144 Street when it crossed into oncoming traffic. The vehicle then collided with a bus stop bench injuring two pedestrians and causing damage to the surrounding property.
One male pedestrian was declared deceased at the scene and a second male pedestrian was transported to hospital with minor injuries.
The driver, a 44-year-old man, was arrested on scene for the following offences:
Dangerous operation of a conveyance causing death
Impaired operation of a conveyance causing death
“The driver was treated at the hospital for minor injuries and was released from police custody pending further investigation,” say Sergeant Tammy Lobb, Surrey RCMP Media Relations Officer. “The Criminal Collision Investigation Team (CCIT) took conduct of this investigation and impairment by drugs is believed to be a contributing factor in this fatal collision”, added Sgt. Lobb.
The investigation is ongoing.
Motor vehicle collision – 144 Street & Hyland Drive
Surrey RCMP is requesting the public’s assistance with a motor vehicle collision that occurred on October 5, 2024 near 144 Street and Hyland Drive in Surrey.
On October 5, 2024 at approximately 4:30 in the afternoon , Surrey RCMP responded to a report of a fatal motor vehicle collision near 144 Street and Hyland Drive. A Ford F350 was travelling northbound on 144 Street when it crossed into oncoming traffic. The vehicle then collided with a bus stop bench injuring two pedestrians and causing damage to the surrounding property.
One 33 year old male was declared deceased at the scene. A second male in his 30’s received minor injuries and was transported to a local hospital.
The suspect vehicle and driver remained on scene and were arrested by RCMP Traffic Officers.
Drugs and speed have not been ruled out as contributing factors in this collision. The incident is still under investigation.
Anyone who witnessed this incident or has further information is asked to call the Surrey RCMP at 604-599-0502 or Crime Stoppers, if they wish to remain anonymous, at 1-800-222-8477 or www.solvecrime.ca, quoting file number 2024-148935.
'Long John' Henderson dies at 91, was Bruins' oldest living goalie
Ahead of his time, employed crouching style because of 6-foot-5 frame
John Henderson, who had been the Boston Bruins' oldest living goalie, died Friday in White Rock following an illness. At 91, he was the NHL’s second-oldest goalie, second only to Hall of Fame legend Glenn Hall, who turned 93 on Oct. 3.
Henderson, nicknamed “Long John” for his extraordinary height of 6-foot-5, was just nine years younger than the Bruins, who on Dec. 1 will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the first game in franchise history.
The native of Toronto, born March 25, 1933, played in 46 regular-season NHL games, all for Boston, appearing in 45 games in 1954-55, then one more in 1955-56. He played twice in the 1955 postseason, losing each games.
Henderson was credited with 15 regular-season wins, 14 losses and 16 ties, with a 2.58 goals-against average, .857 save percentage and five shutouts.
October 05, 2024
All Candidates Meeting Yesterday (Friday)
Candidates DARRY WALKER /NDP and DAMON TASSIE/Libertarian were the only two candidates that attended the all candidates meeting yesterday at the SOUTH SURREY Library.
CONSERVATIVE candidate TREVOR HALFORD arrived just as the meeting session was ending.
Peninsula Homeless 2 Housing Candidates Forum happening today Friday, October 4th, from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. The Peninsula Homeless to Housing Task Force (PH2H) is hosting this forum at Semiahmoo Library, focusing on affordable housing. Candidates from the major parties running for positions in South Surrey and White Rock will be present to answer questions. The public is encouraged to submit questions via email t0ph2htaskforce@gmail.comby the morning of October 4th.
October 04, 2024
A Little Shaker Overnight
A moderately shallow magnitude 3.9 earthquake was reported early morning near Ladner, Metro Vancouver Regional District, British Columbia, Canada.
According to the United States Geological Survey, the quake hit on Friday, October 4th, 2024, at 2:08 am local time at a moderately shallow depth of 40 miles. The exact magnitude, epicenter, and depth of the quake might be revised within the next few hours or minutes as seismologists review data and refine their calculations, or as other agencies issue their report.
A second report was later issued by the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC), which listed it as a magnitude 3.9 earthquake as well.
Towns or cities near the epicenter where the quake might have been felt as very weak shaking include Montague Harbour (pop. 200) located 10 miles from the epicenter, Ladner (pop. 200,000) 14 miles away, Richmond (pop. 182,000) 14 miles away, Vancouver (pop. 600,000) 18 miles away, West End (pop. 44,600) 20 miles away, Delta (pop. 101,700) 22 miles away, Burnaby (pop. 202,800) 25 miles away, Surrey (pop. 395,000) 25 miles away, and Nanaimo (pop. 84,900) 27 miles away. In Victoria (pop. 289,600, 42 miles away), the quake was probably not felt.
White Rock Fire Rescue joins the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) in this year’s Fire Prevention Week™ (FPW™) campaign, “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!™” This year’s campaign strives to educate everyone about the importance of having working smoke alarms in the home.
Did you know that you could have as little as two minutes to get out safely once the smoke alarm sounds? Working smoke alarms can make a life-saving difference in a home fire, giving people the time to get outside quickly and safely.
Key smoke alarm safety tips and guidelines
Install: Install smoke alarms in every bedroom, outside each separate sleeping area (like a hallway), and on each level (including the basement) of the home.
Test: Test smoke alarms at least once a month by pushing the test button.
Replace: Replace all smoke alarms when they are 10 years old or stop responding when tested.
It’s October and that means dogs are now welcome on the White Rock promenade! When you visit the waterfront with your furry friend, please ensure they are on a leash no longer than 2 metres, and don’t forget to clean up after them. For more details about dogs in White Rock, visit https://tinyurl.com/53e4mvje.
October 03, 2024
The White House Rises Form The Pink Palace Ashes
The landmark Pink Palace hotel located on HWY 99 @ the 8th avenue exit has now changed hands. Originally the asking price was $25 million plus, when the dust cleared the hotel and surrounding property sold for $18 million.
Though the new owners have not been publicly identified the realtor who brokered the deal believes the future will hold a hotel as the new owners are in the hotel and development business.
For the last few years the hotel had been used as a film location by numerous production companies out of Hollywood.
Salmon Season" has started at the Semiahmoo Fish & Game Club with fish gathering in schools just before the Little Campbell Hatchery. Some salmon have already been counted at the fish fence where a new counting shack is being finished. Come out to 1284 184 St. to enjoy this natural yearly spectacle and walk the riverside trails on the 30 acre property.
When: Saturday, October 12, 2024 10:00am to 4:00pm
The Fort Langley Lions Club Pancake Breakfast starts at 8:00am at the greenspace on the corner of Glover and Mary.
Where: Glover Road, Fort Langley Village
There will be parking available at the orchard space at the Fort Langley National Historic Site, Parks Canada and at Living Waters Church.
Festival Admission: Free
There are 230 confirmed market vendors in the heart of the village, and 20 dedicated food vendors. This is the ultimate fall farmers market, blended with a community celebration. There will be a kids area with crafts and face painting, live entertainment, and a beer garden.
Don’t forget to get your fresh cranberries!
Tomorrow In THE SUN
Recipes of the Week
Check the waterfront weather in White Rock in real time.
It's always sunny in White Rock - Below is the West Beach Camera
..as an added feature the city of White Rock now has installed an East Beach camera where day visitors to White Rock can check to see if the tide is in, or out?
When you visit the waterfront with your furry friend, please ensure they are on a leash no longer than 2 metres, and don’t forget to clean up after them. For more details about dogs in White Rock, visit 
