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Too much fun and not enough game, one parent says

The board of education plans to seek public input on an anti-homophobia policy the New Westminster school district is considering.

One of Burnaby's favourite sons, actor Michael J. Fox, has earned another prestigious honour. Fox received his honorary degree from the New Westminster-based Justice Institute of British Columbia on May 31.

Parents, teachers say local school is already overcrowded

A Vancouver Foundation program that's been engaging residents in other communities is coming to New Westminster.

- DON'T MISS THIS Find treasures at the Glenbrooke garage sale - June 16 Learn to solve problems and manage your time - June 22 - FRIDAY, JUNE 8 Culture Shock, free life skills workshop at New Westminster Public Library, 1 to 4 p.m.

Officials from the City of New Westminster had a heart-to-heart chat with the province's transportation minister about the Pattullo Bridge this week.

New Westminster MLA Dawn Black is disappointed with the lack of progress on plans for expanding Royal Columbian Hospital. Last May, Black raised questions in the B.C.

Animal rights group is encouraging the city to make changes at park

The New Westminster Secondary School music program brought home gold from the nationals in Ottawa. The NWSS senior vocal jazz, senior jazz ensemble, Sockdollager and Lean Green Cycling Machine all achieved the gold standard for their performances.