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Homelessness soars to unprecedented levels with a 65% rise in New West

2023 homeless count finds 203 people unhoused in New West – and that’s likely an undercount

Nov 1, 2023 6:30 PM Read more >

Toxic drug crisis: New Westminster nears 2022 drug death total

Death review panel calls for safer drug access amid rising deaths in New West and across BC

Nov 1, 2023 11:21 AM Read more >

New West investigation digs into details of Canada Games Pool leak

New Westminster pursuing an insurance claim for Canada Games Pool

Nov 1, 2023 5:45 AM Read more >

What's happening in New West in November? (Lots!)

Remembrance Day, music and theatre, and Christmas events — they're all part of November's offerings in New Westminster

Oct 31, 2023 9:15 PM Read more >

A closer look: New West council’s separation allowances spark debate

Should New Westminster politicos still collect separation allowances after landing new jobs?"

Oct 31, 2023 6:30 PM Read more >

15-minute city: Here’s what New Westminster is planning to do

Students inspire New West’s plans to incorporate 15-minute city concept into overall planning processes

Oct 31, 2023 11:45 AM Read more >

New West named B.C.'s 16th 'rattiest' city: report

Not so sweet 16th: New Westminster is considered one of B.C.'s "rattiest" cities, according to Orkin Canada's annual list.

Oct 31, 2023 10:05 AM Read more >

Dominant Douglas College Royals' soccer squads off to nationals

The New Westminster-based teams won the men's and women's PACWEST Championships in the same year for the second time in school history.

Oct 30, 2023 6:30 PM Read more >

Seven-hour inspection to close Pattullo Bridge traffic into New West

TransLink's next overnight closure is taking place Wednesday night, Nov. 1. What you need to know.

Oct 30, 2023 2:00 PM Read more >

Spook-tacular: Five simple tricks for Halloween on a budget

Don't be afraid to plan a last-minute Halloween for your home, experts say.

Oct 30, 2023 12:45 PM Read more >