In the Community

Economy puts on the pinch, but bridal biz still busy in New West

A Royal City resident is among the 71 "extraordinary nominees" for the YWCA Metro Vancouver's 29th annual Women of Distinction Awards. Rachel Tutte is one of 10 nominees in the nonprofit and public service category.

?UNTIL APRIL 30 Art in the Library, with photographs and paintings on display in two exhibits at the New Westminster Public Library.

Wondering about retirement benefits? An information session giving an overview of the Canada Pension Plan and the Old Age Security programs will be held at the New Westminster Public Library on Thursday, April 26 from 10 a.m. to noon.

The history of the Irving family of maritime heritage in B.C. is filled with illuminating, exciting and dramatic stories as well as some that simply describe the family's life. John Irving, only son of Capt.

Tired of all things "Hunger" related? Perhaps we should look deeper at "hunger" and what it means for global communities today and in the future.

Horticultural society holds its last giant plant sale May 6

New Westminster residents are once again encouraged to take a walk in the park for a good cause. The second annual Miles for Mental Health run and walk event is scheduled for Saturday, May 12 at 10 a.m. at Queen's Park in New Westminster.

Want to be featured in Paper Postcards? Take a copy of The Record along on your next vacation and have a picture taken with you holding the paper in front of a scenic spot or landmark. Send your photos by email to postcards@royalcityrecord.

Adults are being urged to get pertussis vaccine