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Someone made a sad collage of closed New West businesses

Someone made a sad collage of closed New West businesses

The COVID-19 pandemic has meant a lot of businesses in New Westminster have been forced to close their doors, out of health concerns and a lack of customers.
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New Westminster mayor “cautiously optimistic” TransLink could get funding

New Westminster mayor “cautiously optimistic” TransLink could get funding

The chair of the Mayors’ Council on Regional Transportation is “cautiously optimistic” there may be good news on the funding front in the coming weeks.
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Can you offer housing for a Royal Columbian Hospital worker?

Can you offer housing for a Royal Columbian Hospital worker?

The Healthcare Workers Housing initiative is looking for New Westminster suite owners who can provide temporary accommodation for workers on the front lines of the COVID-19 effort
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New West hospitality workers get a boost from relief fund

New West hospitality workers get a boost from relief fund

Hospitality industry workers in New Westminster whose jobs were affected by COVID-19 now have a place to turn.
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Restaurants worried about ability to re-open as COVID-19 restrictions ease

Restaurants worried about ability to re-open as COVID-19 restrictions ease

Restaurants Canada is calling on more government support for foodservice establishments as COVID-19 continues to serve restaurants serious financial challenges.
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Observe World Password Day with these tips

Observe World Password Day with these tips

Electronic security is equally as important as washing our hands during COVID-19. While many online scams have appeared lately, having a strong password to protect personal information is a must.
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Restart plan: Hair, nail and waxing will feel a little different

Restart plan: Hair, nail and waxing will feel a little different

Personal-service establishments — including hair, nail and waxing salons and barbershops — will be able to open around mid-May if they have an approved plan detailing how they will safely operate.
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Vancouver mayor, council encouraged by Horgan’s restart plan for economy

Vancouver mayor, council encouraged by Horgan’s restart plan for economy

Coun. Pete Fry: ‘It’s a good cue to stay optimistic yet cautious and resolute’
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B.C. death toll from COVID-19 hits 124, as three more seniors die

B.C. death toll from COVID-19 hits 124, as three more seniors die

Seniors’ care homes and living facilities combine to be the biggest hot-spot for the pandemic
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Vancouver council moves to lower carbon pollution in new home construction

Vancouver council moves to lower carbon pollution in new home construction

New rules apply to low-rise homes no more than three storeys tall
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