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What is a wet market, and did you know you've probably shopped at one?

What is a wet market, and did you know you've probably shopped at one?

In Metro Vancouver, the wet market is a part of our lives - we just happen to call it by a different name
Ferry sailings filling up on eve of long weekend

Ferry sailings filling up on eve of long weekend

Despite pleas by provincial government officials to stay close to home on the Victoria Day long weekend, the Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal is a busy place this morning.
Will COVID-19 mean higher costs for substitute teachers in New West?

Will COVID-19 mean higher costs for substitute teachers in New West?

The school district will keep an eye on the issue in the fall to see if its $2-million budget for substitute salaries will need to be increased
New West school board lobbies for TransLink funding

New West school board lobbies for TransLink funding

The New Westminster school board is adding its voice to the call to save public transit.
New West hospital sees new round of equipment buys

New West hospital sees new round of equipment buys

Hundreds of thousands of dollars in new equipment and technology has been funded for Royal Columbian Hospital in recent months with the generosity of donors to Royal Columbian Hospital Foundation.
New West's vulnerable students are getting extra help through COVID-19

New West's vulnerable students are getting extra help through COVID-19

Vulnerable students who may be struggling with home learning are being given a chance to return to school – at least part of the time.
What happens if the heat is on in New West this summer?

What happens if the heat is on in New West this summer?

City to revisit its heat emergency plan
Wi-Fi hotspots could be coming to New Westminster

Wi-Fi hotspots could be coming to New Westminster

The City of New Westminster wants to help put technology in the hands of folks in need.
New Westminster plans a safe, cautious return to classrooms

New Westminster plans a safe, cautious return to classrooms

More details will be coming over the next couple of weeks as the school district works to have partial in-class instruction running by June 1
Dr. Henry offers advice for long weekend BBQ plans

Dr. Henry offers advice for long weekend BBQ plans

If you’re thinking of hosting a barbecue to mark the start of summer this long weekend, provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry has some advice: keep the group small, sit outside, and make sure there’s enough physical distance.