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School supplies for struggling New West families via $191K funding

School supplies for struggling New West families via $191K funding

SD40 received a six-figure boost from the province for supplies, field trips, sports programs and other necessities
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Letter: New West curb extensions should put safety, practicality first

Letter: New West curb extensions should put safety, practicality first

Some curb extensions across New Westminster have become a "real pain," this letter writer claims.
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New West poet wins two awards in North Shore Writers Association contest

New West poet wins two awards in North Shore Writers Association contest

Janet Kvammen took home two awards in a writing contest that feature a “whopping” 44 entries in her category.
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B.C. to add 240 complex-care housing units in communities throughout the province

B.C. to add 240 complex-care housing units in communities throughout the province

B.C. launched complex-care housing services in 2022 and supports are in place for more than 400 people.
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New West-born soccer player's first Vancouver FC goal caps home-opener victory

New West-born soccer player's first Vancouver FC goal caps home-opener victory

David Norman's talents and champion mentality were on display in his debut with his hometown club.
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Baldrey: A closer look at the tension rising in the B.C. legislature

Baldrey: A closer look at the tension rising in the B.C. legislature

"Screaming" may be an understatement of how some MLAs recently voiced their frustration. Good thing there's no chamber this week, columnist Keith Baldrey says.
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Wildlife Rescue warns about the harmful effects of pest traps on wildlife

Wildlife Rescue warns about the harmful effects of pest traps on wildlife

The use of humane alternatives is highly recommended.
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New West’s new aquatic and community centre: A “good news” story

New West’s new aquatic and community centre: A “good news” story

Despite COVID, inflation, supply chain issues and a concrete strike, təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Centre is on pace to be pretty close to being on time and on budget.
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Here’s where you can go to celebrate Earth Day in New West

Here’s where you can go to celebrate Earth Day in New West

New Westminster Climate Hub and RegenerateBC team up on Earth Day event at the Quay.
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Sechile Sedare show in New West to showcase sibling singer-songwriters

Sechile Sedare show in New West to showcase sibling singer-songwriters

Juno Award winner promises “a full emotional journey, lots of storytelling, laugher and some tears” at upcoming show in New Westminster
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