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New West woman urges city to consider needs of visually impaired

New West woman urges city to consider needs of visually impaired

A downtown resident is urging city hall to consider the needs of people who are visually impaired before someone “takes a header” and gets hurt.
New West has an opportunity to shine when chamber leaders come to town

New West has an opportunity to shine when chamber leaders come to town

The New Westminster Chamber of Commerce is putting out the welcome mat for chamber members from around British Columbia. The B.C.
Driver absolved of charge

Driver absolved of charge

The man who struck and killed Gemma Snowball in March 2013 was absolved of a failure to appear charge – a charge he received recently when he missed his sentencing hearing.
Purpose Secondary School still accepting students

Purpose Secondary School still accepting students

New West's Purpose Secondary School is still accepting students, according to its principal. "We have about 65 students right now, but our max is 100," said Phill Esau, who added enrolment is about the same when compared to previous years.
Griff turns 50

Griff turns 50

A New West business, known as the one-stop shop for all building supplies, will be celebrating its 50th birthday next week. Staff at Griff Building Supplies on Ewen Avenue plan to throw a big party this Friday, ahead of the Sept. 8 anniversary.
Accused back in court next week

Accused back in court next week

The man accused of killing two New Westminster women last summer might not stand trial – according to his lawyer.
New West groups rally behind soccer proposal

New West groups rally behind soccer proposal

Queen’s Park Stadium could “go the way of the buffalo” without more fans in the stands.
New West OKs car dealership's temporary use permit

New West OKs car dealership's temporary use permit

Rejects sign variance from 70-Eleven
New Westminster awaits update of teachers’ dispute

New Westminster awaits update of teachers’ dispute

Too early to tell what extended labour dispute means for school year
Holy Trinity Cathedral to present revitalization proposal to council

Holy Trinity Cathedral to present revitalization proposal to council

A case to revitalize Holy Trinity Cathedral will be heard by council at its meeting Sept. 15. The project, estimated to cost upwards of $80 million, calls for the tear down of the community hall during phase one.