Local News

The Royal Westminster Regiment gathered in Queen’s Park on Sunday to commemorate one of the most significant battles in Canadian military history.

Plans are afoot to make improvements for pedestrians and cyclists in New Westminster. Flashing beacons, improved lighting, pedestrian-activated traffic signals and curb extensions are being implemented at a number of pedestrian crossings this year.

Council in brief

New West library gets a $4.7-million makeover designed with comfort and service in mind

Some trees along the waterfront will be getting a trim on a more regular basis.

A bus service between Queensborough and New Westminster Secondary School won’t be possible without a significant subsidy from the school district, according to a recent report.

Renters may soon have a place to go in times of crisis so they don’t end up on the streets.

The Seniors Services Society is on the hunt for board members to help it assist seniors throughout Metro Vancouver. The upcoming term will begin on July 1, 2017 and last for two years.

Police are crediting the quick action of a neighbour for stopping a theft at a bike shop in Sapperton Wednesday morning. The caller contacted police around 12:45 a.m.

A suspect is on the run after an alleged bank robbery earlier this week. The New Westminster Police Department confirmed detectives were investigating a robbery that took place around 11 a.m. in the 200 block of East Columbia St.