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It's out with the logs and in with wildflowers and grasses on this New West boulevard

It's out with the logs and in with wildflowers and grasses on this New West boulevard

A mix of wildflowers and grasses will be sprouting up on Fifth Street this spring as city hall dials back its biodiversity efforts and responds to "mixed" feedback from residents.
7 things to do in New Westminster this weekend

7 things to do in New Westminster this weekend

Live music and theatre, family fun, and a comic festival are among this weekend's happenings in New West.
Woman punched in the face in random assault in downtown New West

Woman punched in the face in random assault in downtown New West

A New Westminster woman is recovering after being punched by a stranger: 'My first reaction was: did this really happen?'
Big Brothers is now at the Coquitlam recycling and waste centre

Big Brothers is now at the Coquitlam recycling and waste centre

Metro Vancouver recently joined forces with Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver to accept reusable household objects at its United Boulevard Recycling and Waste Centre (995 United Blvd.) by Eaglequest Golf.
New West Farmers Market kicks off 16th season with a block party

New West Farmers Market kicks off 16th season with a block party

Local vendors, live entertainment, kids' activities and more — it's all happening at the return of the farmers market on March 27.
Can New West end transportation-related fatalities and serious injuries?

Can New West end transportation-related fatalities and serious injuries?

New West agrees to launch a Vision Zero task force: 'The approach we are taking is different than any approach taken by any other city in British Columbia.'
Tesla removed as participant in 2025 Vancouver International Auto Show

Tesla removed as participant in 2025 Vancouver International Auto Show

The decision was for "the safety of attendees, exhibitors, and staff."
TransLink is testing a new battery-electric bus on New West, Burnaby roads

TransLink is testing a new battery-electric bus on New West, Burnaby roads

The Letenda Electrip battery-electric bus is starting its testing phase.
BC Seniors Advocate returns to Century House in New Westminster

BC Seniors Advocate returns to Century House in New Westminster

What do New West seniors need? Get an update from B.C.'s seniors advocate and the City of New Westminster at this April 4 event.
Letter: 'Need to do better' when it comes to transit in Metro Vancouver

Letter: 'Need to do better' when it comes to transit in Metro Vancouver

Transit rally being planned for March 23 at Metrotown SkyTrain Station.