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Five places to escape the city – while you’re still in the city

Five places to escape the city – while you’re still in the city

Get that get-out-of-the-city vibe at some of these greenspaces in New West
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Fireworks festival to light up New West skies this summer

Fireworks festival to light up New West skies this summer

Hyack Festival Association launches new Farewell to Summer Fireworks Festival on Aug. 27
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This New West artist's quilts are always given away for free

This New West artist's quilts are always given away for free

Meet Evelyn Gingrich, who has given away over 50 quilts to friends, family and those in need in the last several years. The few she kept for herself are now on display at her first solo show in New Westminster.
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Photos: Camp Ignite aims to inspire future firefighters and dare girls to dream

Photos: Camp Ignite aims to inspire future firefighters and dare girls to dream

Teenage girls from across B.C. learn firefighting skills and teamwork at three-day camp in New West, Vancouver and Abbotsford
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New West's Senior Gay Straight Alliance turns 10

New West's Senior Gay Straight Alliance turns 10

The Senior Gay Straight Alliance — a first in Canada in 2012 — has hosted a safe space for people for the last decade.
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New West and Burnaby food program accepting fresh produce donations

New West and Burnaby food program accepting fresh produce donations

Here’s how you can help ensure New West and Burnaby families and folks in need have access to fresh produce
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Fairy doors aim to add a wee bit of magic to downtown New West

Fairy doors aim to add a wee bit of magic to downtown New West

Fairy Doors is one of four public space activations funded by Downtown New West BIA
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Photos: Check out the triumphant return of New West Pride

Photos: Check out the triumphant return of New West Pride

2022 marked a return to the world of big live, in-person events — and we do mean big!
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Where to order a picnic platter in New West?

Where to order a picnic platter in New West?

Enjoy the last few days of summer with a picnic outside in the sun. Just pack your mat and hat, and leave the food prep to the professionals — here are five spots in New West where you can order a picnic bundle.
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Help your child get ready for kindergarten — here's how

Help your child get ready for kindergarten — here's how

New Westminster school district offers up a little advice and a lot of reassurance.
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