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Former Douglas College basketball MVP turning pro in the U.S.

Former Douglas College basketball MVP turning pro in the U.S.

Courtney Anderson played two years in New Westminster. He's recently signed on to play for the Vancouver Volancoes (Wash.) of The Basketball League.
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Is New West's police department more diverse than other cities?

Is New West's police department more diverse than other cities?

New West police board member supports getting more information showing how the NWPD represents – or doesn’t represent – the community it serves.
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New West police department has lost six officers to RCMP so far in 2024

New West police department has lost six officers to RCMP so far in 2024

"Aggressive" recruiting by RCMP, Surrey Police transition and training of new recruits at JIBC all impacting the New Westminster Police Department's ability to hire new officers.
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Queensborough now has a dedicated school bus to New West Secondary

Queensborough now has a dedicated school bus to New West Secondary

More than 150 students are currently participating in the $1.614-million pilot project that started in January.
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Baldrey: What this longtime MLA's departure could mean B.C.'s political future

Baldrey: What this longtime MLA's departure could mean B.C.'s political future

Mike de Jong helped build the free enterprise coalition after his historic byelection win in 1994. Will his retirement play a role in breaking it up?
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Photos: Family Day features all kinds of fun in New West

Photos: Family Day features all kinds of fun in New West

Family skates and dances were among the fun activities taking place in New West for Family Day.
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Nearly $30K in B.C. funding to amp up New West's music scene

Nearly $30K in B.C. funding to amp up New West's music scene

The provincial investments are set to help New Westminster musicians rock out later this year.
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Column: Federal taxes hurting B.C. wineries and craft brewers

Column: Federal taxes hurting B.C. wineries and craft brewers

Annual automatic tax hikes on alcohol should not be allowed, the Canadian Taxpayer's Federation claims.
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Deadline looms to vote for favourite redesign of New West's 22nd Street area

Deadline looms to vote for favourite redesign of New West's 22nd Street area

The city has shortlisted 20 submissions in its search for a more climate-friendly, "cutting edge" neighbourhood.
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The week ahead in New West: What's up February 19 to 25?

The week ahead in New West: What's up February 19 to 25?

Family Day fun and live music are among the offering this week in New Westminster
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