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Getting shot helped 'galvanize' New West police chief's commitment to the city

Getting shot helped 'galvanize' New West police chief's commitment to the city

Meet New Westminster Chief Const. Paul Hyland: "This community matters and this department matters."
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New Westminster to help society find space to open a hospice

New Westminster to help society find space to open a hospice

The New West Hospice Society welcomes city's support for turning its dream of opening a hospice into a reality.
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35 deaths in New West attributed to unregulated drugs in 2024

35 deaths in New West attributed to unregulated drugs in 2024

New data from BC Coroners Service shows that 2% of all unregulated drug deaths in B.C. in 2024 were in New Westminster.
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New West facilities and public schools are open but it's a snow day at Douglas College

New West facilities and public schools are open but it's a snow day at Douglas College

New Westminster's civic facilities are open today, but solid waste trucks may have challenges accessing some areas after an overnight snowfall.
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King Musu celebrates African heritage and culture

King Musu celebrates African heritage and culture

King Musu takes to New Westminster’s Anvil Theatre stage during Black History Month.
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February full of fun things to do in New Westminster

February full of fun things to do in New Westminster

Events roundup: Fabulous entertainment, Family Day fun among February’s offerings in New West.
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Traditional lion dance celebrations to ring in Year of the Snake in New West, Burnaby

Traditional lion dance celebrations to ring in Year of the Snake in New West, Burnaby

Lion dance ceremonies are being held at Starlight Casino in New West and Grand Villa Casino in Burnaby.
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7 things to do in New Westminster this weekend

7 things to do in New Westminster this weekend

It’s a great weekend to enjoy live theatre and singing, hear from some of the world’s great guitarists or make music of your own, and hit up some markets in New West.
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Should New West hold gatherings for Stanley Cup playoff games?

Should New West hold gatherings for Stanley Cup playoff games?

New Westminster councillor: Community gatherings for Vancouver Canucks playoff games will help foster a sense of community.
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There's a World Introvert Day, and New West wants to celebrate (quietly)

There's a World Introvert Day, and New West wants to celebrate (quietly)

How will World Introvert Day 2026 be commemorated in New Westminster?
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