Local News

The NDP MP for New Westminster-Burnaby wants the “bad apples” in Canada’s mining industry to be held accountable for any human rights abuses conducted overseas.

Many Royal City residents are devastated by the loss of a place that become like a second home. Community members expressed sadness as news began to spread that the Arenex was destroyed after its roof collapsed Monday night.

The Arenex in Queen’s Park is a write-off after its roof collapsed due to a heavy snowpack - just hours after staff were evacuated from the building.

New Westminster police are investigating after a car crashed into the CIBC bank at Sixth Street and Sixth Avenue Monday afternoon. Officers closed the intersection shortly before 2:30 p.m.

Former trustee MaryAnn Mortensen received almost an entire year’s pay in 2015/16 despite not attending any school board meetings, according to the district’s statement of financial information report.

New West Pride is urging the city to promote accessibility throughout New Westminster.

A heritage house would be restored as part of a plan to build a six-storey building on Brantford Street.

The City of New Westminster is part of a new regional task force on homelessness.

Piva Modern Italian restaurant and lounge will be serving up a rustic/modern vibe and cuisine when it opens in Anvil Centre next spring.