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Survey says? New West 2025 budget survey is now available

New Westminster is hoping to hear from thousands of residents about its 2025 budget.

Aug 22, 2024 12:30 PM Read more >

Letter: The annoying sound of 24/7 train whistles in Sapperton

Train whistles will be "music to your ears," if you really like that sound late at night, this New West resident explains.

Aug 22, 2024 11:45 AM Read more >

Fireworks, Fridays on Front and other fun happenings in New West

What’s happening in New West? Top picks for the Aug. 23 to 25 weekend in New Westminster.

Aug 22, 2024 5:43 AM Read more >

PechaKucha New West heading to Sapperton in September

Ten speakers to share their passions in thought-provoking, entertaining and touching presentations in New Westminster.

Aug 21, 2024 6:30 PM Read more >

Change is in the air at this New West-based theatre company

A transition plan in place as Valerie Easton retires as Royal City Musical Theatre’s artistic director and Chris Adams steps in as interim AD.

Aug 21, 2024 12:49 PM Read more >

New West lacrosse players recognized by BC Junior A Lacrosse League

Lukas Nielsen and Wren Glanville named to BCJALL all-star teams; Neilsen selected as the league’s 2024 MVP.

Aug 20, 2024 6:31 PM Read more >

Real estate firm gives New West a C+ on transit-oriented housing

Commercial real estate firm issues a report card on transit-oriented development areas in Metro Vancouver – including New Westminster.

Aug 20, 2024 12:53 PM Read more >

New West helps inspire B.C. girls to become firefighters

New Westminster Fire and Rescue Services among the hosts of this year’s Camp Ignite camp for teens.

Aug 19, 2024 6:30 PM Read more >

Baldrey: Which party will be ready when the 2024 B.C. election campaign begins?

Fielding a candidate is required to win a riding, columnist Keith Baldrey says, but parties have another big motivation to run as many people as possible.

Aug 19, 2024 12:05 PM Read more >

How Douglas College and SFU hope to mitigate B.C.'s diverse learning educator shortage

Collaboration between the Burnaby and New West-Coquitlam schools is crucial to support students with disabilities, says SFU spokesperson Dr. Robert Williamson.

Aug 19, 2024 11:05 AM Read more >

Community Poll

Participate in our next community poll.

Do you think New West city council should sign a carbon emission declaration and pledge form?

No, it's an invasion of privacy. No, the climate change focus should be on policy, not on personal choices. No, it's unfair to those who may have mobility or other challenges. No, for another reason not listed here. Yes, councillors should lead by example. Yes, personal responsibility and policy change can co-exist in the fight against climate change. Yes, it would make a symbolic statement. Yes, for another reason not listed here. Don't know/don't care.

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