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Get a free popsicle as an act of local love in the Lower Mainland

Get a free popsicle as an act of local love in the Lower Mainland

“This is local love in action, which is all about making our communities better"
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What's happening in New West this long weekend? Top picks for Aug. 31 to Sept. 3

What's happening in New West this long weekend? Top picks for Aug. 31 to Sept. 3

1. Visit the Queen’s Park petting farm before the animals return to their year-round homes. The petting farm is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily until Labour Day – so Monday, Sept. 3 is your last chance to visit until next year. 2.
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Wanna date? New West seniors will want to take note of these dates

Wanna date? New West seniors will want to take note of these dates

Friday, Aug. 31 The Century House Ukulele Orchestra is inviting community members to attend its first concert. Taking place on Friday, Aug. 31 from 7 to 8 p.m.
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How to get one of 2000 free slices of B.C.’s biggest blueberry pie

How to get one of 2000 free slices of B.C.’s biggest blueberry pie

On Saturday The Pie Shoppe will bake the province’s largest blueberry pie - and you can have a slice
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Grandparents’ Day Festival and Stroll in New West, Sept. 9

Grandparents’ Day Festival and Stroll in New West, Sept. 9

Opioid epidemic is contributing to the rise in the number of grandparents raising grandchildren
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What's happening Around Town? Dates to remember

What's happening Around Town? Dates to remember

Saturday, Sept. 22 If you’re looking to declutter for fall, the Fraternal Order of Eagles may be able to help. The New Westminster chapter is having a parking lot/garage sale on Saturday, Sept. 22 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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How does Sapperton Landing Park fit in to New Westminster's past - and future?

How does Sapperton Landing Park fit in to New Westminster's past - and future?

Many of you will know of Sapperton Landing Park – located beside the Fraser River below the Fraserview area – as you drive or walk along East Columbia Street in New Westminster.
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This is where the New West library wants you to take your kids this fall

This is where the New West library wants you to take your kids this fall

The main branch of the New Westminster Public Library is entering the final phase of its renovation, which will last six to eight months.
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New West cadet takes home top award this summer

New West cadet takes home top award this summer

What's happening Around Town
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ON COOKING: Tips for creative cooking with crustaceans

ON COOKING: Tips for creative cooking with crustaceans

Crustaceans is the grouping that represent crabs, lobsters, shrimp, crayfish, etc. They are all more “creature-like” than mollusks because of their visible legs and eyes.
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