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We set a record in B.C. for giving the gift of life

We set a record in B.C. for giving the gift of life

A whopping 502 British Columbians received a transplant in 2018, setting a new record for the total number of transplants in a calendar year. With 122 deceased donors in 2018, B.C.
Craft beer trend predictions for 2019

Craft beer trend predictions for 2019

I know I’m a little late with this, but some things are worth waiting for (unfortunately, this isn’t one of them). 2018 was a big year for craft beer in B.C., but let’s stop living in the past.
This ‘hair ice’ phenomena was found on a B.C. tree

This ‘hair ice’ phenomena was found on a B.C. tree

The fine, silky ice only forms on decaying or dead wood
RCMP release photo of suspect who allegedly exposed his genitals to a 10-year-old girl

RCMP release photo of suspect who allegedly exposed his genitals to a 10-year-old girl

An unknown man allegedly grabbed a girl’s hoodie from behind and then proceeded to expose his genitalia
Largest SkyTrain station upgrade in history opens to public on Saturday

Largest SkyTrain station upgrade in history opens to public on Saturday

The massive upgrade will improve the passenger experience on the SkyTrain
The New Westminster school district's new food program kicks off next week

The New Westminster school district's new food program kicks off next week

Qayqayt, Queen Elizabeth and Queensborough Middle will be the first schools to take part
Backyard birders can take part in count

Backyard birders can take part in count

The 22nd Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) will take place from Friday, Feb. 15 through Monday, Feb. 18.
Cotton candy sunset paints Vancouver skies (PHOTOS)

Cotton candy sunset paints Vancouver skies (PHOTOS)

The city was treated to another spectacular display at sunset
New Westminster to consider becoming a sanctuary city

New Westminster to consider becoming a sanctuary city

New Westminster will explore the idea of becoming a sanctuary city so people who are in “immigration limbo” can access services in the community without fear. At Monday’s council meeting, council supported a motion by Coun.
New West police hosting info sessions soon on how to join the force

New West police hosting info sessions soon on how to join the force

The New Westminster Police Department is hosting two information sessions next week for people thinking of applying to become officers. The NWPD has two sessions set for Feb. 5 to provide information and answer questions. Here are the links: The Feb.