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New West school ventilation upgrades ready to go - when the air clears

New West school ventilation upgrades ready to go - when the air clears

The good news is, New Westminster schools all got upgrades over the summer to ensure that more fresh air is being brought into buildings. The bad news is, the past week hasn’t exactly been conducive to using them.
Over 60% of Canadians say they would rather continue to work remotely

Over 60% of Canadians say they would rather continue to work remotely

Are you nervous about going back to work?
You can get a Dr. Bonnie Henry-inspired Compass Card right now

You can get a Dr. Bonnie Henry-inspired Compass Card right now

"This card recognizes the extensive efforts that have been made by leaders and individuals in B.C. in response to the pandemic."
Video: A quarantined UBC student is hilariously ranking the university's meal deliveries on TikTok

Video: A quarantined UBC student is hilariously ranking the university's meal deliveries on TikTok

"UBC is absolutely FLEXING on the students in the states right now."
Air warning continues due to U.S., New Westminster fires

Air warning continues due to U.S., New Westminster fires

Metro Vancouver says it is continuing the fine particulate matter advisory that has been in effect since Sept. 8 for Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley Regional District due to wildfire smoke from outside the region.
Weather Network releases long-term B.C. fall/winter forecast

Weather Network releases long-term B.C. fall/winter forecast

Not ready for summer to be over just yet? While August saw some soaring temperatures across the province, the Weather Network expects B.C. to see average or below-average temperatures heading into fall.
PREST: Moths, smoke . . . frogs? Are we getting hit with a new twist on the 10 plagues?

PREST: Moths, smoke . . . frogs? Are we getting hit with a new twist on the 10 plagues?

At this point, I’m starting to get a little worried about frogs, boils, and the health of my first-born son. Because it seems pretty obvious what is going on right now in this part of the world.
Killing spree still feeds unease in B.C.’s isolated north, one year later

Killing spree still feeds unease in B.C.’s isolated north, one year later

It’s been just over a year since two Port Alberni teenagers left their homes and for reasons still unknown went on a random killing spree through northern B.C., sparking a two-week nationwide manhunt.
Westminster Pier Park fire could take weeks to extinguish

Westminster Pier Park fire could take weeks to extinguish

It could be weeks before the fire at Westminster Pier Park is extinguished. Two days after fire broke out at the waterfront site, New Westminster firefighters continue to work around the clock to extinguish the blaze.
B.C. Mounties are ramping up distracted driving enforcement this month

B.C. Mounties are ramping up distracted driving enforcement this month

At least 76 people die in motor vehicle collisions each year, because the driver was distracted or not paying attention to the road – accidents that BC RCMP says are completely preventable.