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Dismantling of 'Big W' shown in sad time-lapse video

Dismantling of 'Big W' shown in sad time-lapse video

One of New Westminster's most popular sites was hit by a massive fire starting on Sunday.
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BC SPCA offers advice on helping your pets during an air quality advisory

BC SPCA offers advice on helping your pets during an air quality advisory

As air quality advisories come up across the province in light of the recent U.S. wildfires, the BC SPCA is offering advice on the precautions worth taking to ensure y our pets are as comfortable as humans are in the haze and summer heat.
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Indigenous post-secondary students can apply for scholarships

Indigenous post-secondary students can apply for scholarships

RBC has doubled the number of recipients of its award program and has also increased the amount to up to $5,000 a year
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'Dooring' fines set to quadruple across B.C.

'Dooring' fines set to quadruple across B.C.

The fine, handed out for motorists who open a car door when it's deemed to be unsafe rise from $81 to $368 Monday, Sept. 21.
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British Columbians most likely to suffer COVID-19 work disruptions: survey

British Columbians most likely to suffer COVID-19 work disruptions: survey

New survey reveals BC residents are still experiencing significant disruption to work due to COVID-19, a higher proportion than any other province.
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New Westminster MLA Judy Darcy won’t seek re-election

New Westminster MLA Judy Darcy won’t seek re-election

When candidates hit the campaign trail for the next provincial election, New Westminster MLA Judy Darcy won’t be knocking on constituents’ doors – and not because the campaign will take place during a pandemic.
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Here is when the smoke is expected to clear from Metro Vancouver

Here is when the smoke is expected to clear from Metro Vancouver

Environment Canada provides a forecast for Vancouver's smoky conditions.
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Getting your flu shot will be different this year in B.C.

Getting your flu shot will be different this year in B.C.

British Columbians planning to get their flu shot from pharmacies this fall should expect a different experience.
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Iconic public art on New West waterfront can’t be saved

Iconic public art on New West waterfront can’t be saved

Wow Westminster’s time on New Westminster’s waterfront is coming to an end. A public art installation by Brazilian artist José Resende, Wow Westminster was erected in Westminster Pier Park in November 2015 as part of the Vancouver Biennale.
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COVID-19 exposures page set up for New Westminster schools

COVID-19 exposures page set up for New Westminster schools

Parents wanting to know about COVID-19 exposures in New Westminster schools have a new place to check.
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