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Commercial truck incident closes Stewardson Way in New West

Commercial truck incident closes Stewardson Way in New West

New Westminster police investigating an incident involving a flatbed truck on Stewardson Way.
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Sunday Night Read: 'Dawn — a symbol of fresh vitality and hope'

Sunday Night Read: 'Dawn — a symbol of fresh vitality and hope'

This short story series submission is from Hui-Yu Chen of Coquitlam.
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Letter: The new generation needs to respect tax paid public services

Letter: The new generation needs to respect tax paid public services

This letter writer, after experiencing an act of kindness, believes transit bus drivers deserve everyone's respect, especially by those that sneak on in the back.
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Minter: It's time for cold protection. Here's what to do

Minter: It's time for cold protection. Here's what to do

A little winterizing now will go a long way to keep your plants alive, says master gardener Brian Minter.
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Column: Time to end the unpaid work in Canada’s airline sector

Column: Time to end the unpaid work in Canada’s airline sector

"Despite working gruelling 14-hour days or longer, many flight attendants are sometimes only paid for half their time on the job," writes Port Moody–Coquitlam MP Bonita Zarrillo in an op-ed.
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BBB: Eight tips for dealing with holiday pop-up shops

BBB: Eight tips for dealing with holiday pop-up shops

Research store operating hours and pay attention to product quality are tips the Better Business Bureau (BBB) is offering for those attending pop-up shops this holiday season.
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Should New West move Canada Day celebrations out of Westminster Pier Park?

Should New West move Canada Day celebrations out of Westminster Pier Park?

Pier Park will still be home to Canada Day festivities in 2025 – but that could change in future years.
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New Westminster police investigate 'multiple' sexual assault incidents

New Westminster police investigate 'multiple' sexual assault incidents

New West man arrested after police investigate sexual assaults that allegedly occurred at his home and workplace.
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Rob Shaw: B.C. housing minister's threats put municipal autonomy to the test

Rob Shaw: B.C. housing minister's threats put municipal autonomy to the test

Municipalities pushing back against province’s housing policy
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8 things to do in New West on the Dec. 20 to 22 weekend

8 things to do in New West on the Dec. 20 to 22 weekend

The final weekend before Christmas is a perfect time to shop, take in some festive entertainment, celebrate the Winter Solstice, and enjoy some family fun in New Westminster.
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