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The dinner was too spicy: BBB's most unusual complaints of 2023

The dinner was too spicy: BBB's most unusual complaints of 2023

The bathroom line-up was too long and the retailer didn't honour a TV's discounted price — several months later. What the BBB heard from customers last year.
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Rajani Bespoke suiting up customers in style in downtown New West

Rajani Bespoke suiting up customers in style in downtown New West

Bespoke tailoring’s roots were in Savile Row in London – so a Queensborough couple thought it was only fitting to open their clothing business in New Westminster.
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Toxic drugs claim another life in New Westminster in February

Toxic drugs claim another life in New Westminster in February

BC Coroners Service’s new report shows two deaths to unregulated drugs in New West in first two months of 2024.
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BIA to consider advocacy options to support downtown New West

BIA to consider advocacy options to support downtown New West

Vandalism, vacant lots and customer comfort and safety among issues raised by Downtown New Westminster Business Improvement Association members.
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Here's where to find the cheapest gas in New West

Here's where to find the cheapest gas in New West

New Westminster's average price for fuel is climbing — again.
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What’s happening in New West this weekend? Top picks for April 5 to 7

What’s happening in New West this weekend? Top picks for April 5 to 7

This weekend in New Westminster: Enjoy an artsy weekend – and a little bit of recreational fun, too.
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New West May Day Community Association holding fundraiser on April 4

New West May Day Community Association holding fundraiser on April 4

May Day dance lessons for students set to begin next week in New Westminster.
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Could provincial changes to police boards impact New West?

Could provincial changes to police boards impact New West?

Provincial changes to the Police Act mean mayors are no longer required to chair municipal police boards.
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Youth soccer equipment stolen from New Westminster school and park

Youth soccer equipment stolen from New Westminster school and park

Police are searching for thieves who stole New West Soccer Club equipment over spring break.
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Port Moody group teaching youth about B.C. drug crisis wins grant

Port Moody group teaching youth about B.C. drug crisis wins grant

The Ministry of the Attorney General also handed out multiculturalism and inclusivity grants to groups operating in New Westminster and Burnaby.
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