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Fraser Health inspectors find plenty of problems at New West restaurants

Fraser Health inspectors find plenty of problems at New West restaurants

Fraser Health temporarily shut down two New Westminster restaurants last year, but that doesn’t mean health inspectors didn’t find plenty amiss in other eateries as well.

City hosting town hall meeting on Kinder Morgan pipeline

Kinder Morgan's proposed pipeline expansion in the Brunette River watershed is a bit too close for comfort for the Sapperton Fish and Game Club and the City of New Westminster.
New West trustees forward inclusion motion to final vote

New West trustees forward inclusion motion to final vote

The New Westminster board of education quietly passed a motion that promotes inclusion of students of all genders and sexual orientations in local schools, with none of the outrage of neighbouring districts.
[UPDATE] New West police seize hundreds of stolen items from local residence

[UPDATE] New West police seize hundreds of stolen items from local residence

"That is so wonderful," says owner of Joey's Video Stop
Jr. B Steelers shut out defending champs

Jr. B Steelers shut out defending champs

The Grandview Steelers blanked the Aldergrove Kodiaks 6-0 on Sunday
Rides, donations up this year for safe ride home program

Rides, donations up this year for safe ride home program

The coffers of a non-profit group that helps kids who wouldn’t normally be able to participate in organized sports just got a boost thanks to Operation Red Nose.
[UPDATE] Wesgroup scales down controversial tower in New West

[UPDATE] Wesgroup scales down controversial tower in New West

Wesgroup is scaling down a highrise at the Brewery District in response to residents’ concerns – but hasn’t determined the height of future towers at the site. The developer announced Jan.
New West railway work delayed by dispute

New West railway work delayed by dispute

It’s hoped third time will be a charm for rail crossing upgrades on Quayside Drive. Southern Rail was set to perform upgrades to the rail crossing on Quayside Drive at Laguna Court on Monday, Jan. 5, but the work was delayed by a labour dispute.
Neighbours cut political display

Neighbours cut political display

One New Westminster woman came home from the holidays to a rude surprise – someone had cut the power cord to her “Stop Harper” Christmas light display.
New Westminster firefighters reach a long-term deal with the city

New Westminster firefighters reach a long-term deal with the city

New Westminster firefighters are working under an up-to-date collective agreement for the first time in years. The City of New Westminster has reached a new collective agreement with Local 256 of the International Association of Firefighters.