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Ellis running for BC Conservative Party leader

Ellis running for BC Conservative Party leader

A New Westminster resident and former federal Conservative candidate has thrown her hat into provincial politics. This week, Chloe Ellis announced she was running for the leadership of the B.C. Conservative Party.
New West family finds comfort in energy retrofit

New West family finds comfort in energy retrofit

Brenden Kennedy may never recoup the cost of replacing all of his home’s windows, but it’s hard to put a price on comfort.
Breast milk donations surge at New Westminster depot

Breast milk donations surge at New Westminster depot

Lactating New Westminster moms have really poured on the generosity this year. Breast milk donations between January and June were more than five times what they were during the same period last year, according to the Fraser Health Authority.
New Westminster alternate school grads celebrate success

New Westminster alternate school grads celebrate success

“It’s really great that all you are here to support us weirdos. Thank you.
Prep for new high school begins

Prep for new high school begins

Crews using ground penetrating radar to confirm ‘buildable area’
Lively City: Chapbook workshop, cultural crawl and more

Lively City: Chapbook workshop, cultural crawl and more

Ever wanted to make your very own chapbook? The Royal City Literary Arts Society is organizing a chapbook workshop this weekend with host Kevin Spenst.
Pier Park dance event on this weekend

Pier Park dance event on this weekend

Head over to Westminster Pier Park on Sunday, July 24 for the inaugural New West Day of Dance. Free dance lessons, a kids’ corner and an all-ages dance party will kick off the festivities on the waterfront at 11 a.m.
It's official: New West to broadcast Tragically Hip final concert

It's official: New West to broadcast Tragically Hip final concert

The Tragically Hip: A National Celebration will be broadcast on a massive screen at this year’s Columbia StrEAT Food Truck Festival.
New Westminster aims to borrow $28.3 million for capital projects

New Westminster aims to borrow $28.3 million for capital projects

The City of New Westminster plans to borrow up to $28.3 million to fund capital infrastructure improvements. The projects to be funded through debt include city hall upgrades ($6 million), library upgrades ($4.8 million), land purchases ($8.
Police warn about the dangers of Pokémon Go

Police warn about the dangers of Pokémon Go

As excitement over Pokémon Go spreads across the country, police in New Westminster are warning gamers to be careful while playing the popular game.