Opinion

First came the campaign promises. Then the victory speeches. But nothing cuts to the chase in assessing the direction of a new government like its first budget. Government at its core is about what we value and prioritize.

Dear Editor Further to the letter of March 10th past regarding the river vista that New Westminster has the good fortune to enjoy, I must say that I am both surprised at the misunderstandings and disturbed at the degree of vitriol contained within so

Dear Editor It is most interesting to see the new Liberal government of Justin Trudeau recruiting an investment banker to help design its planned “Canada Infrastructure Bank.

Dear Editor I see our mayor has signed an agreement with Surrey to build a bridge to replace the aging Pattulo Bridge, but with a toll. A toll almost land locks us in New Westminster and will put a lot of pressure on the Queensborough bridge.

The new federal government is about to face its sternest test yet when it comes to controversial energy projects, and whatever its decision is it will have a huge impact on British Columbia and potentially the B.C. Liberal government as well.

The folks at Century House are keen on a free shuttle service in New Westminster – and encouraging other seniors to give it a whirl.

Premier Christy Clark dropped into Burnaby last week. She was speaking to the Burnaby Board of Trade as part of International Women’s Day events.

Dear Editor, Everything in life is getting more and more expensive, even parking. That is not what I am complaining about. British Columbia is blessed with a lot of rain.

Dear Editor, On Friday, March 11, my husband and I witnessed a rather distressing incident at Pier Park. A young mother with a toddler came down the elevator to enjoy Pier Park.

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! We hope you’re wearing green. This March 17 stop by the New Westminster Public Library and celebrate everything Irish.