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New Westminster supports Terry Fox: "He got cancer. I didn't."

New Westminster supports Terry Fox: "He got cancer. I didn't."

Local residents of all ages are contributing to Terry Fox's dream of a finding a cure for cancer. Now in its 33rd year, the Terry Fox run raises funds for cancer research.
New Westminster school support staff may strike

New Westminster school support staff may strike

A strike that would shut down schools in New Westminster and across the province could be announced as early as tomorrow, if the province and the union representing support workers don't reach an agreement soon.
(Update) New Westminster school district's biz company postpones AGM

(Update) New Westminster school district's biz company postpones AGM

The New Westminster school district's controversial business company, which oversees a school in China, has postponed its annual general meeting to ensure last year’s audited financial statements are completed. The meeting was scheduled for Sept.
Resident searching for stolen drums

Resident searching for stolen drums

Brian Nisbet thought his drum set would be safe in his truck overnight. His truck had an alarm and tinted windows; he’d parked under a streetlight and locked all the doors.
Women say police can do better

Women say police can do better

New West police choose not to speak to protesters - stand by previous comments

There's an app for that

Residents can report potholes or other issues with a smartphone click

Award-winning winemaker in city

Local wine lovers are in for a treat. Hester Creek Estate Winery and Wild Rice Restaurant at the River Market are hosting a winemaker's dinner on Wednesday, Sept. 18. It starts at 6:30 p.m.
New West citizens want new bridge

New West citizens want new bridge

New Westminster residents like the idea of building a new four-lane bridge from Surrey to Coquitlam and rehabilitating the existing Pattullo Bridge - but it's not a view shared by most Metro Vancouver residents.
Hyack trying to settle dispute in private

Hyack trying to settle dispute in private

The Hyack Festival Association is postponing plans for a membership meeting while it attempts to sort out its internal saga behind closed doors. The association had originally planned to hold a meeting on Sept.

Keep an eye on the city

Royal City residents may soon be able to check out the activities of city committees online. The city's neighbourhood traffic advisory committee recommended to council that minutes of its meetings be posted on the City of New Westminster's website.