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Kyle Balzer

Kyle Balzer

Kyle Balzer graduated with distinction from BCIT's Broadcast and Online Journalism program in 2016.

He has covered a variety of stories from education and Indigenous relations, to community interests and sports.

Kyle is a three-time award-winning journalist, including recognition from the BC Association of Broadcasters for his part in covering the 2017 BC wildfire season.

He's worked for media outlets in Abbotsford, Surrey and Prince George before joining the Tri-City News, and has visited six different countries in his lifetime, including Colombia and Ukraine.

He loves meeting new people, listening to unique stories, and diving into new experiences.

His wife, Jess, works for our sister publication at Burnaby NOW.

Twitter: @KyleBalzer

Recent Work by Kyle

Here's where to find the cheapest gas in New West

Here's where to find the cheapest gas in New West

New Westminster's average price remains the same for a second straight week despite an uptick in the cheapest fuel available.
Here's what to expect at this year's Recovery Day Festival in New West

Here's what to expect at this year's Recovery Day Festival in New West

Celebrating addiction recovery and creating awareness are the goals behind the 12th annual family-friendly fair in uptown New Westminster.
Turns out, these two New West Salmonbellies will not play in the Mann Cup. Here's why

Turns out, these two New West Salmonbellies will not play in the Mann Cup. Here's why

Will Malcom and Mike Messenger were originally announced as pick-ups for the Victoria Shamrocks at the national championship, but the WLA believes the reversal was met with bias.
New West's Q to Q Ferry — like local buses — is also sailing on a fall schedule

New West's Q to Q Ferry — like local buses — is also sailing on a fall schedule

The boat connects residents travelling from Quayside to Queensborough seven days a week. Here are the changes you need to know.
Here are the fall 2024 bus route changes for New West commuters

Here are the fall 2024 bus route changes for New West commuters

TransLink began its latest seasonal service switch on Labour Day Monday, Sept. 2, including four routes through New Westminster.
Charges against two from 'senseless' New West staircase stabbing

Charges against two from 'senseless' New West staircase stabbing

Two teens are facing charges that include assault from the incident by Westminster Pier Park, thanks to a eyewitness that flagged police.
Two charged from alleged New West kidnapping, witnesses sought

Two charged from alleged New West kidnapping, witnesses sought

New Westminster police said the victim was found within 24 hours of the initial kidnapping report.
New West records 20% drop in monthly real estate sales: report

New West records 20% drop in monthly real estate sales: report

Prices went up slightly for New Westminster homes, but apartments remained the popular buy.
New West Rotarians roar to more than $37K from charity golf event

New West Rotarians roar to more than $37K from charity golf event

The Pot of Gold tournament has now collected more than $700,000 for community programs since its inception in 1996.
No change in New West Conservative candidates for 2024 B.C. election — yet

No change in New West Conservative candidates for 2024 B.C. election — yet

All three candidates appear to remain on the ballot despite BC United's campaign suspension.
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