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New West resident hits $21K in Nepal fundraiser

He’s hit the $21,000 mark, but now there are concerns money for Nepal earthquake relief efforts could end up in the hands of corrupt government officials.
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Front Street parkade rehabilitation and deconstruction underway

Front Street parkade rehabilitation and deconstruction underway

Eastern side of the parkade off limits
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New Westminster set to celebrate May Days past and present

New community heritage picnic includes Royal Lancers' dances
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Sr. A 'Bellies young, fast and ready for season

Western Lacrosse Association home opener versus Coquitlam on Thursday, May 28 at Queen's Park Arena
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New Westminster anvil tradition continues

New Westminster anvil tradition continues

One of the more "unique and quirky" Royal City traditions
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'Dangerous' suspects still at-large

'Dangerous' suspects still at-large

New Westminster police are still trying to track down two suspects who attempted to shoot a police officer Monday morning. At about 10 a.m.
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Compass Cards on a slow roll

Douglas College students began using the Compass Card at the beginning of May and soon, more post-secondary students in the region will do so, as well.
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New West upcycles fire hoses for Westminster Pier Park

New West upcycles fire hoses for Westminster Pier Park

Where does the fire department send their hoses when they’re past their prime for fighting fires? Just head to Westminster Pier Park and see for yourself.
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New West gets set to welcome Vancouver Biennale

Colourful and controversial art is set to grace Royal City streets – but it’s anyone’s guess when the installations will be ready to wow residents.
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Leave eating-time decisions to schools and teachers, says New Westminster union president

A proposed policy aimed at giving New Westminster students more time to eat isn’t getting much support from the local teachers’ union.
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