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New roof for fire hall

New Westminster city council has approved up to $125,000 to replace the roof of the Number 2 fire hall. Located in the West End, the fire hall was built in 1947 and renovated in 2009.

Change of command ceremony cost $5,200

$3,000 went to wages for attending officers
Turning iconic photo into public art

Turning iconic photo into public art

City councillor envisions three-piece bronze sculpture while arts manager wants artists to submit ideas

New Westminster couple featured on international biz website

New Westminster entrepreneur duo and married couple Brandy Kawulka and Paul Keller have been featured on an international business website, Creative Couples.

New Westminster Tennis Club to celebrate an inspirational player

Members of the New Westminster Tennis Club are rallying around a club member who has been a true inspiration.

Grocery store to shut down

PriceSmart set to close on Aug. 20

'Shop local' blogger hasn't given up

Other than the odd movie or birthday invite at a restaurant outside of her neighbourhood, Sheila Keenan's one-year commitment to shop locally in her New Westminster hub is going smoothly.
Bridge could re-open in weeks

Bridge could re-open in weeks

'Everything's repairable. It's just going to take a little bit longer'

The kindness of strangers touches New West resident

A New Westminster resident is grateful for the kindness of two strangers who helped her in a time of need. Betty Hancock recently fell when walking on Sixth Street.

Recycling goes public in the city

City will put out receptacles for bottles, paper and food waste