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Iconic city image will be 2014 stamp

A moment of New Westminster's history will be immortalized in a postage stamp. The City of New Westminster received a letter from Canada Post stating that the Wait for Me Daddy photograph will be one of the subjects to be featured on stamps in 2014.

What you need to know before filling prescriptions

It is a well-worn ritual. Near the end of your medical visit, the doctor gives you a prescription. Traditionally, it is handwritten and because calligraphy isn't a prerequisite for medical school, you may not be able to read it.

Mother shared 95 years of city memories

Evelyn Hupchuk shared many memories with her family about what it was like to grow up in New Westminster.

City parks director recognized for role in the community

Dean Gibson, the city's director of parks, culture and recreation, has joined a list of accomplished citizens who have received Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Medals.
Community blooms in these plots

Community blooms in these plots

It all started with a church. Sapperton's St. Mary's Anglican Church had some extra space on its property and approached the City of New Westminster looking to find a deserving group to share it with.

Learning on the job at Royal Columbian

In a special series, reporter Marelle Reid chats with the people who make RCH run. Sina Alipour is a chief medical resident who has been working a six-month contract at RCH.

Ottawa students paddle into New Westminster

A group of students from Ottawa paddled to New Westminster as part of an outdoor classroom experience.

Thinking of adopting something furry?

If you're thinking of getting a pet, you may want to check out this weekend's Pet Fun Day. The event, which is being held at VanPet at Royal Square mall on Saturday, June 1 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Food trucks rollin' into town

New Westminster wants to join the "culinary convoy" and hold a food truck festival this summer.

No guarantees in life

There is an old saying that there are only two guarantees in life - taxes and death. And while some of us may find ways to evade paying taxes, none of us will find ways to escape dying.