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New West to explore if new provincial tax program is a good fit for the city

New West to explore if new provincial tax program is a good fit for the city

Province has introduced a property tax relief legislation – but city has to determine if its suitable for commercial properties in New Westminster.
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Changes proposed to massive downtown New West development

Changes proposed to massive downtown New West development

A Columbia Square Plaza proposal no longer includes affordable rental housing – but would provide density bonus funds for the city that it could put towards affordable housing.
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Here's how much it costs to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Metro Vancouver this April

Here's how much it costs to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Metro Vancouver this April

Four of Canada's top five most expensive cities are located in Metro Vancouver.
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New Westminster Schools names district’s new superintendent

New Westminster Schools names district’s new superintendent

Mark Davidson currently works in Medicine Hat but will head west and take the helm of the New Westminster School District in July.
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Criminals target New Westminster senior by impersonating police officers

Criminals target New Westminster senior by impersonating police officers

New West police issue warning after "deplorable" criminals impersonating cops convince a senior to give them her debit and credit cards.
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This weekend in New West: What’s happening April 13 to 15

This weekend in New West: What’s happening April 13 to 15

Arts talks, poetry reading, live entertainment and recycling events (old electronics and beverage containers) are happening around town this weekend.
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Springtime fun in New West: garage sales, garden sales and Heritage Homes Tour

Springtime fun in New West: garage sales, garden sales and Heritage Homes Tour

Around Town: New Westminster Horticultural Society celebrates a milestone – and prepares for its popular spring plant sale.
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Did you see a man with a handgun-shaped lighter in downtown New West?

Did you see a man with a handgun-shaped lighter in downtown New West?

Witnesses wanted: New West police seek witnesses after man holding a handgun-style lighter is arrested on SkyTrain platform.
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Woman wanted by B.C. police has a New West connection

Woman wanted by B.C. police has a New West connection

B.C. police are searching for a 22-year-old woman wanted on charges that include robbery and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.
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Too many dentists’ offices? New West to explore ways to support retail areas

Too many dentists’ offices? New West to explore ways to support retail areas

New West wants to ensure “community-supporting businesses and organizations” can find a home in ground-level retail spaces.
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