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New West to review council remuneration policy now – not in 2026

New West to review council remuneration policy now – not in 2026

Review of severance allowance to outgoing council members to be considered as part of review of New Westminster council’s remuneration policy.
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Witnesses wanted after off-duty cop strikes pedestrian in New West

Witnesses wanted after off-duty cop strikes pedestrian in New West

Independent Investigations Office investigating after an off-duty member of the Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit struck and injured a pedestrian in New Westminster.
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Fast-moving Fraser River was too much for a boater in New Westminster

Fast-moving Fraser River was too much for a boater in New Westminster

New West police officers assist a boater in distress in the Fraser River: “We’re here to help and that offer extends past the shoreline.”
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New West to call on province to provide financial relief to seniors

New West to call on province to provide financial relief to seniors

Report finds that 24.1% of New Westminster seniors lived in unaffordable housing in 2021.
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Staff seek clarity on New West council’s plan for public toilets

Staff seek clarity on New West council’s plan for public toilets

Should New Westminster hold off on a public toilet plan until it tests out “robust” signage?
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Trucks needing repairs or having unsecured loads stopped in New West

Trucks needing repairs or having unsecured loads stopped in New West

56 of 86 trucks stopped in New Westminster required repairs before proceeding – and seven were immediately taken off the road.
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Here's who will be representing New West at the 2024 BC Summer Games

Here's who will be representing New West at the 2024 BC Summer Games

The games are set for July 17 to 21 in Maple Ridge.
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Baldrey: More B.C. NDP MLAs not seeking re-election. How will this fare for Eby?

Baldrey: More B.C. NDP MLAs not seeking re-election. How will this fare for Eby?

Will it be worth David Eby's time to replace the departing ministers before the 2024 provincial election, asks columnist Keith Baldrey.
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Minter: B.C.'s FireSmart guide, and its rules home gardeners should follow

Minter: B.C.'s FireSmart guide, and its rules home gardeners should follow

Master gardener Brian Minter: "One of the greatest concerns is the ability of wildfire embers jumping ahead."
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BBB: Buying camping gear can be overwhelming. What you need to know

BBB: Buying camping gear can be overwhelming. What you need to know

Choose the right tent, buy good quality gear and be careful with purchasing equipment online are some tips the Better Business Bureau is offering for camping families.
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