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New Westminster motoring ahead on downtown transportation plan

New Westminster motoring ahead on downtown transportation plan

A Closer Look: Downtown Transportation Plan
B.C.'s COVID-19 robots prep for deployment at hospitals, labs

B.C.'s COVID-19 robots prep for deployment at hospitals, labs

Supercluster selects B.C. robotics projects for funding
Beware of freelance imposters, warns BBB

Beware of freelance imposters, warns BBB

Owners of small businesses looking to hire freelancers should be aware of scammers who may advertise low rates, according to the Better Business Bureau (BBB).
Opinion: Sorry, folks, but this isn’t ‘wearing’ a mask

Opinion: Sorry, folks, but this isn’t ‘wearing’ a mask

So, you’ve made the excellent decision to wear a face mask when you head out during the COVID-19 pandemic. I applaud your decision to protect people, especially when you enter indoor public places.
New West MLA part of group examining Police Act

New West MLA part of group examining Police Act

A New Westminster MLA will be part of a committee looking at reforming the Police Act, a move announced by the solicitor general on Wednesday in response to widespread criticism of institutional racism by police and calls to defund police forces.
Make sure the mask is fitted, says SFU researcher

Make sure the mask is fitted, says SFU researcher

If you’re going to wear a mask, it’s best to get it fitted properly to realize its maximum safety benefits, according to a Simon Fraser University study.
Fridays on Front meets Quest New West this summer in New Westminster

Fridays on Front meets Quest New West this summer in New Westminster

Fridays on Front is taking a twist in response to COVID-19. Douglas College and the Downtown New West BIA are teaming up to present a #QuestNewWest edition of the popular Fridays on Front event, offering free, weekly self-guided adventures.
Man arrested after 'firearm' pointed at New West stranger

Man arrested after 'firearm' pointed at New West stranger

A local man got the scare of a lifetime after having a weapon pointed at him in downtown New Westminster. The man came to the police station at 7:40 p.m.
Plan on five-day school week in fall for K-7, education minister says

Plan on five-day school week in fall for K-7, education minister says

Parents of children entering kindergarten to Grade 7 should plan for a five-day-a-week return to school in September, says B.C. Education Minister Rob Fleming.
Locals plead to keep Canada-U.S. border closed during COVID-19 pandemic (MAP)

Locals plead to keep Canada-U.S. border closed during COVID-19 pandemic (MAP)

"A picture can tell a thousand words."