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Metro Vancouver approves gas tax funds for TransLink to purchase natural gas buses

Metro Vancouver approves gas tax funds for TransLink to purchase natural gas buses

TransLink’s zero-carbon emission fleet plan includes replacing diesel buses with renewable natural gas buses but it won’t be able to accelerate electric-battery buses because charging infrastructure doesn't exist at this time.
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Equal fines for all? New West backs a new approach to BC traffic enforcement

Equal fines for all? New West backs a new approach to BC traffic enforcement

Can income-tied traffic fines improve road safety?
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This New West kids’ bookstore just had a growth spurt

This New West kids’ bookstore just had a growth spurt

Kinder Books at the River Market is now twice the size it was
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Atmospheric rivers have become a financial drain for Metro Vancouver taxpayers

Atmospheric rivers have become a financial drain for Metro Vancouver taxpayers

A growing population and more intense storms are putting a strain on aging pipes in Metro Vancouver. This has prompted the regional government to ask cities to plan accordingly for upgrades — or face a $2-billion bill within the next 20 years.
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Mail delivery back to normal in New Westminster, Burnaby

Mail delivery back to normal in New Westminster, Burnaby

Please clear the ice and snow from sidewalks and stairs for your mail carrier.
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Game-on for New Westminster Police Department’s soccer school

Game-on for New Westminster Police Department’s soccer school

Registration heads online for the return of the NWPD soccer school – and spaces are expected to fill up fast
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Letter: Good riddance to those New Westminster cottonwoods

Letter: Good riddance to those New Westminster cottonwoods

This writer wants the beavers to get busy in other New West neighbourhoods.
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New West caucus: A “huge opportunity” to work more collaboratively

New West caucus: A “huge opportunity” to work more collaboratively

New Westminster council hopes to work with MP, MLAs and school board to benefit the community
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Photos: Snow still piling up in New Westminster

Photos: Snow still piling up in New Westminster

Main roads are clear, and transit is still running — but be prepared for delays.
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'Avoid all unnecessary travel': Up to 10 cm of snowfall expected in Metro Vancouver

'Avoid all unnecessary travel': Up to 10 cm of snowfall expected in Metro Vancouver

Thousands of customers in Vancouver and West Vancouver are currently without power.
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