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Humpback whale spotted in Vancouver waters

Humpback whale spotted in Vancouver waters

Port of Vancouver Harbour Crew spotted a humpback whale in Vancouver's harbour early Friday morning. On Friday, May 22, Port of Vancouver tweeted an image of the whale's tail sticking out of Vancouver waters.
New West to hold pilot pop-up recycling event this weekend

New West to hold pilot pop-up recycling event this weekend

Here's why Styrofam isn't being accepted
Best buddies share lottery prize, but not a hug - right now

Best buddies share lottery prize, but not a hug - right now

Alan Barker and Langley’s Kathleen Cook are best friends who haven’t seen each other for months, but are hoping for a dream reunion soon to celebrate their $2-million win from the BC/49 draw on March 4, 2020 .
New West instructor puts tech into hands of marginalized people

New West instructor puts tech into hands of marginalized people

Eamonn O’Laocha is bridging the digital divide in New Westminster by providing computers and smartphones to marginalized people so they can access social services during the COVID-19 pandemic.
New Westminster supports “streets for people in 2020” plan

New Westminster supports “streets for people in 2020” plan

New Westminster city council wants to step on the gas in its efforts to reallocate roads to different uses.
Rules loosened for New West outlets to expand licensed patios

Rules loosened for New West outlets to expand licensed patios

With people promoting patio expansions as a way to help New Westminster eateries survive the COVID-19 pandemic, the provincial government has loosened up regulations. The Province of B.C.
BC Parks’ camping facilities are reopening on June 1

BC Parks’ camping facilities are reopening on June 1

Like B.C. society in general, BC Parks is taking a phased approach to its reopening plans. Following the re-opening of most provincial parks for day use on May 14, BC Parks has released plans to once again allow overnight camping this summer.
Construction costs throw wrench in Surrey’s YMCA facility

Construction costs throw wrench in Surrey’s YMCA facility

City’s growing downtown precinct dealt significant blow as recreation facility cancelled due to $35 million funding gap
Premier assures B.C. teachers returning to schools is safe

Premier assures B.C. teachers returning to schools is safe

Premier John Horgan told B.C. teachers Wednesday that increasing the number of students in classes in June will not compromise their safety.
Wear a mask on transit, says TransLink in unveiling 'enhanced' measures

Wear a mask on transit, says TransLink in unveiling 'enhanced' measures

TransLink unveiled “new and enhanced measures” Thursday morning aimed at making transit service safer during the COVID-19 pandemic. The measures come with a recommendation that all transit riders wear masks.