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Independent candidate enters New Westminster school board race

Independent candidate enters New Westminster school board race

Shawn Sorensen is a dad with a young child in the district.
New Westminster firefighters support Terry Fox’s dream

New Westminster firefighters support Terry Fox’s dream

Around Town: New Westminster Firefighters’ Charitable Society donates to Terry Fox Run
Sapperton train whistles could cease by 2025: city

Sapperton train whistles could cease by 2025: city

“The first time the train came through at two o’clock in the morning, I felt like the cartoon cat with its claws in the ceiling," one resident says.
French immersion, Montessori amalgamation suggested for New West

French immersion, Montessori amalgamation suggested for New West

Here's what a consultant found in a review of programs of choice in New Westminster schools.
Pedestrian safety on sidewalks prompts discussion about e-scooters in New West

Pedestrian safety on sidewalks prompts discussion about e-scooters in New West

Electric devices aren't permitted on roads – less clear if they’re allowed on sidewalks
New West marks a record year for summer school

New West marks a record year for summer school

More than 1,000 students took part in summer courses this year.
Letter: Trains are the best way to save the environment

Letter: Trains are the best way to save the environment

Take Denmark as an example, this writer suggests.
How to mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in New West

How to mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in New West

Everyone's invited to a teaching pow wow at Westminster Pier Park on Saturday.
B.C. Ferries moves public consultation online after threats of violence

B.C. Ferries moves public consultation online after threats of violence

At a recent Sunshine Coast ferry advisory committee meeting, a woman said if B.C. Ferries didn’t make changes, she would ‘take a gun’ to everyone. Also cited: keying of vehicles, shouting, foul language and a disrespect for personal space.
School squeeze: New West school district eyes short-term capacity solutions

School squeeze: New West school district eyes short-term capacity solutions

Timetable changes at NWSS will be one of the ideas coming to the school board for discussion in October.