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Lead found in New Westminster skatepark delays demolition

Lead found in New Westminster skatepark delays demolition

Demolition of the Mercer Stadium skatepark has been delayed once again – this time thanks to the discovery of trace amounts of lead in the concrete.
New Westminster school district budget in a ‘good place’

New Westminster school district budget in a ‘good place’

But union head says more money should be spent on support staff
New Westminster councillor earns national recognition

New Westminster councillor earns national recognition

Coun. Bill Harper a national champion. In honour of International Open Government Week, the Public Sector Digest announced Canada’s Open City Champions on May 11 in three categories: City Council; Community Leader; and City Administrative Leader.
Former CFL player arrested for assault in New Westminster

Former CFL player arrested for assault in New Westminster

Former B.C. Lion Joshua Boden has been charged in connection to an alleged domestic dispute earlier this week.
New Westminster still planning for Arenex replacement

New Westminster still planning for Arenex replacement

Groups call on city to build the facility sooner rather than later
New Westminster Police say scammers are targeting international students

New Westminster Police say scammers are targeting international students

A recent incident involving an international student has prompted police to put out a warning to all international students about scammers targeting students and their families.
Some Queensborough residents nervous about housing proposal

Some Queensborough residents nervous about housing proposal

Some Queensborough residents are concerned about a plan to build housing for homeless women in their neighbourhood. The city held an open house last week to get feedback about a proposed modular housing project on city-owned land at 838 Ewen Ave.
New Westminster resident facing child porn charges

New Westminster resident facing child porn charges

A New Westminster man is facing child porn charges following a nearly year-long investigation by police.
New Westminster keeps eye on flood levels

New Westminster keeps eye on flood levels

Council in brief
New Westminster approves new interactive public art piece on Front Street

New Westminster approves new interactive public art piece on Front Street

A public art installation featuring coloured lights and sound will beautify a Front Street fire escape this summer.