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New West is one of four BC communities piloting the BC Home Energy Planner

New West is one of four BC communities piloting the BC Home Energy Planner

New Westminster joins provincial pilot program for new energy-efficient home planning tool.
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Hyacks host first ever KidSport New West football event this Friday

Hyacks host first ever KidSport New West football event this Friday

The New Westminster Hyacks have lots going on this season – including Homecoming, a charity fundraiser and lots of football action.
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New West library completes new Indigenous public art installation

New West library completes new Indigenous public art installation

Our Community, Our Way: “There is a place for all of us in community and at the library.”
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Four New West Salmonbellies' players drafted to the NLL

Four New West Salmonbellies' players drafted to the NLL

Lukas Nielsen is drafted in first round of National Lacrosse League draft – one of a handful of New Westminster players drafted to the pro league.
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Four New West council members attend Union of BC Municipalities convention

Four New West council members attend Union of BC Municipalities convention

Overdose prevention funding, commercial rent controls, and intersection safety cameras among the issues being championed by New West at provincial conference.
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This week in New West: What’s happening Sept. 16 to 22

This week in New West: What’s happening Sept. 16 to 22

Football, a documentary screening, and a family-friendly fundraiser are among this this week’s happenings in New Westminster.
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Sunday Night Read: 'The Impossible March'

Sunday Night Read: 'The Impossible March'

This short story series submission is from Melanie Dixon of Port Coquitlam.
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Letter: Royal Columbian Hospital staff 'barely' have moments to spare

Letter: Royal Columbian Hospital staff 'barely' have moments to spare

This letter writer shares his family's recent visits to the New Westminster hospital and believes there is an understaffing problem.
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Column: Getting into the 'Back to School' vibe

Column: Getting into the 'Back to School' vibe

Set new goals for your children and for yourself, says Davidicus Wong, M.D.
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BBB: Six-digit verification code safety — and why it's important

BBB: Six-digit verification code safety — and why it's important

The Better Business Bureau explains this form of two-factor authentication helps keep your online accounts secure.
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