Highlights

New Westminster's year in pictures: 2023 in photography

New West had a busy year, and photographer Jennifer Gauthier captured the moments on (digital) film. Check out the gallery of images that made up 2023.

Dec 29, 2023 12:30 PM Read more >

Whale poop in West Van lab sheds light on orcas at risk of extinction

Researchers are conducting scat science in hopes of directing policy that protects orca populations

Dec 29, 2023 12:06 PM Read more >

Directions home from a Drake concert among frivolous 911 calls made in B.C. in 2023

E-Comm has released its annual list of top 911 nuisance calls. Among them: Uber Eats order taking too long and a bad haircut.

Dec 29, 2023 11:17 AM Read more >

B.C. parents picked Noah as top baby name in 2023

This is the second year that Noah is listed as the most popular baby name in B.C.

Dec 29, 2023 9:51 AM Read more >

Here's where to find the cheapest gas in New West

New West's cheapest gas is in the same spot, but there were small bumps at other local pumps for the final weekend of 2023.

Dec 29, 2023 9:45 AM Read more >

Photos from the Vancouver civic affairs beat in 2023

Politicians, police and East Hastings encampment dwellers all subject of photographs this year.

Dec 29, 2023 9:00 AM Read more >

Most British Columbians thirsty for the NBA's return to Vancouver, says polling

About 60 per cent of respondents believe bringing back pro basketball is a good idea, according to a Research Co. survey.

Dec 29, 2023 8:00 AM Read more >

What to expect from B.C. sports in 2024

From future NHL stars to the World Cup, and more

Dec 29, 2023 6:00 AM Read more >

New utility rates to take effect in New Westminster on Jan. 1, 2024

New West utility rate hikes result in “blended rate” of six per cent starting Jan. 1

Dec 29, 2023 5:45 AM Read more >

B.C. provincial court judges to receive 28.4% pay increase over four years

The increase bumps the judges’ annual salary to $343,000 retroactive to April 1, 2023.

Dec 29, 2023 5:45 AM Read more >