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Maker of 3M face masks files lawsuit in Canada over deceptive sales, gouging

Maker of 3M face masks files lawsuit in Canada over deceptive sales, gouging

One of the biggest manufacturers of face masks in the world – 3M- has filed a series of legal actions and is working with law enforcement around the world to fight fraud, price gouging and counterfeiting The American company said it was taking action
New West school district extends budget process in light of COVID-19

New West school district extends budget process in light of COVID-19

The New Westminster school district plans to push its budget process one month down the line due to COVID-19. The school district must submit its 2020/21 budget to the B.C. Ministry of Education by June 30.
Addiction rehabs, detoxes functioning under lockdown

Addiction rehabs, detoxes functioning under lockdown

Clients connecting with family, friends, doctors via videoconferencing
New West schools working to protect vulnerable kids during COVID-19

New West schools working to protect vulnerable kids during COVID-19

The New Westminster School District is working to make sure vulnerable kids don’t slip through the cracks during the COVID-19 pandemic.
League looks to save New West Salmonbellies season

League looks to save New West Salmonbellies season

The commissioner of the Western Lacrosse Association says he’s troubled at the thought his league could lose its 2020 season because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Man learns he won $16M lottery jackpot while in the bathroom

Tibor Tusnady is British Columbia’s newest millionaire after buying a lotto ticket in Surrey last week, the BCLC announced in its first-ever virtual winner celebration.
New West residents rally for emergency TransLink funding

New West residents rally for emergency TransLink funding

New Westminster Mayor Jonathan Cote is set to make a direct plea to the federal government on Friday for more funding for TransLink.
New West school district catching up on capital projects during COVID-19

New West school district catching up on capital projects during COVID-19

The New Westminster School District is pretty much like all those homeowners out there taking advantage of pandemic time to get some work done around the house.
New West schools offer free child care for front-line workers

New West schools offer free child care for front-line workers

Children of essential service workers in New West have a place to go for care and learning during the pandemic – and it’s not costing them a penny.

Pandemic fears, financial fallout lead to rise in domestic violence

Tri-City Transitions offers emotional support, shelter for those fleeing family violence in Port Moody, Port Coquitlam and Coquitlam