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New Westminster approves public art funds Front Street staircase

New Westminster approves public art funds Front Street staircase

Council approves $75,000 to pretty up $248,000 staircase
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New Westminster residents appealing for more parks and trees in Brow of the Hill

New Westminster residents appealing for more parks and trees in Brow of the Hill

The Brow of the Hill neighbourhood is woefully lacking in trees and greenspaces, but residents are hoping that will change – and soon.
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Pattullo Bridge replacement announcement coming soon

Pattullo Bridge replacement announcement coming soon

Housing and childcare big themes in provincial government's throne speech
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Arcade still hopes to play in New Westminster

Arcade still hopes to play in New Westminster

It remains to be seen whether it’s game on for a businessman hoping to open a retro amusement arcade in the Royal City. On Feb. 19, city council will consider a temporary use permit for 457 East Columbia St.
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New Westminster to take a look at brew pub policy – at some future date

New Westminster to take a look at brew pub policy – at some future date

Steel & Oak seeking to expand its lounge
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New Westminster offers input on proposed fireplace regulations

New Westminster offers input on proposed fireplace regulations

The City of New Westminster supports Metro Vancouver’s efforts to regulate smoke emissions from indoor wood-burning appliances, but has a few suggestions on how the program can be enhanced.
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New Westminster councillor pushes for ethical investing

New Westminster councillor pushes for ethical investing

A New Westminster councillor is concerned the city’s investment policy may be at odds with some of the city’s values.
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Downloading and aging infrastructure contribute to rising costs in New Westminster

Downloading and aging infrastructure contribute to rising costs in New Westminster

Senior governments are to blame for some of the rising costs being passed on to local taxpayers.
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There’s a new deputy in town

There’s a new deputy in town

Jonina Campbell named Green party’s second deputy leader
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New Westminster school district seeks input on new high school

New Westminster school district seeks input on new high school

The community will get a chance to check out the plans for the new New Westminster Secondary School starting this month. Round 2 of community consultation for the new high school begins on Thursday, Feb. 15 and runs until Thursday, March 15.
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