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Bike-riding purse-snatcher steals purse near Moody Park in New West

Bike-riding purse-snatcher steals purse near Moody Park in New West

Witnesses wanted: New West police and dog unit unable to find suspect who stole woman’s purse
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More buses hitting the road to Metro Vancouver summer spots. Here's where

More buses hitting the road to Metro Vancouver summer spots. Here's where

What's your go-to must-visit summer stop? TransLink is increasing its service to several regional destinations, as well as three key Surrey routes.
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B.C. scientist wants you to send him slapped mosquitoes in the mail

B.C. scientist wants you to send him slapped mosquitoes in the mail

As climate change expands the northward range of many species, a new citizen science project is calling on B.C. and Yukon residents to send in slapped mosquitoes so researchers can track them and the diseases they may carry.
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Learn about New West plants and animals at River Basin Days

Learn about New West plants and animals at River Basin Days

“It’s like Pokémon Go, but for nature.”
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New West Hospice Society to recognize contributions of its founder

New West Hospice Society to recognize contributions of its founder

What's happening Around Town? New West Hospice founder retires
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How important is physical activity for brain and mobility health?

How important is physical activity for brain and mobility health?

Alzheimer Society of B.C. hosts webinar for New West residents
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Photos: Public Works Week open house – a fun day for students and staff

Photos: Public Works Week open house – a fun day for students and staff

Students got a chance to check out some of the city's big machines at a recent open house
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New West launching curbside glass program in July

New West launching curbside glass program in July

Grey boxes and collection schedules being delivered to homes in June
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New middle school tops New Westminster schools' $200M wish list

New middle school tops New Westminster schools' $200M wish list

School District 40 is facing a triple challenge: fast-rising enrolment, full schools and not enough land to build new ones.
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Heritage BC recognizes efforts of two New West heritage advocates

Heritage BC recognizes efforts of two New West heritage advocates

Burnaby planner Jim Wolf and New West heritage advocate Steve North receive Heritage BC awards in recognition of their longtime contributions
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