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Wildfire smoke can increase risk of COVID-19, ear infections

Wildfire smoke can increase risk of COVID-19, ear infections

If you've been breathing the Metro Vancouver air for the past four days, pay attention.
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Weather Network predicts warmer-than-normal fall across most of Canada

Weather Network predicts warmer-than-normal fall across most of Canada

In B.C., we can expect a warm September.
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How to protect yourself from wildfire smoke, poor air quality

How to protect yourself from wildfire smoke, poor air quality

Health officials offer up some tips for dealing with the effects of wildfire smoke.
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Queer artists of New West come together to explore their role in the fight for climate justice

Queer artists of New West come together to explore their role in the fight for climate justice

Arts Council of New Westminster artist in residence, Juno Avila-Clark (he/they), encourages the queer community to bring out their paint brushes and explore the solutions to climate justice through a workshop in Queens Park on Sept. 17.
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Late fees no longer charged at New Westminster Public Library

Late fees no longer charged at New Westminster Public Library

Late fees are being eliminated at New Westminster Public Library – but you’ll still have to pay for some services, including lost and damaged books
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Nearly 30,000 hectare wildfire less than four km from Bennett Dam, eight km from Hudson’s Hope

Nearly 30,000 hectare wildfire less than four km from Bennett Dam, eight km from Hudson’s Hope

More than 80 firefighters working either day or night.
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Photos: Thousands visit uptown New West for Recovery Day 2022

Photos: Thousands visit uptown New West for Recovery Day 2022

An Overdose Memorial Tree, recovery resources and performances by Juno Award-winning musicians – just a part of Recovery Day
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'Thank you for everything, Ma'am': New West remembers the Queen

'Thank you for everything, Ma'am': New West remembers the Queen

Personal cards, letters and drawings adorn a memorial at Queen's Park.
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Last Monday at the Movies returns to New Westminster

Last Monday at the Movies returns to New Westminster

Catch I Love My Dad, with Patton Oswalt, on Sept. 26.
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How New Westminster schools will respond to air quality risks

How New Westminster schools will respond to air quality risks

New West schools will close windows and crank up ventilation if necessary.
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