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Ready to take the plunge? New Westminster’s new pools open May 14

Ready to take the plunge? New Westminster’s new pools open May 14

Grand opening of New Westminster’s new leisure pool and 50-metre pool features a community photo op.
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If you get a Steel & Oak tattoo, you can get 156 glasses of free beer

If you get a Steel & Oak tattoo, you can get 156 glasses of free beer

Steel & Oak Brewing celebrating 10 years in New West with tattoos - in exchange for free beer
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Motorist dies in single-vehicle crash in New Westminster

Motorist dies in single-vehicle crash in New Westminster

New West police are investigating a single-vehicle collision at East Columbia Street and Brunette Avenue early Saturday morning that resulted in one death.
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Ordinary commute, extraordinary $500K payday for New West man

Ordinary commute, extraordinary $500K payday for New West man

Jeffory Frick took his mom out for nice birthday dinner and plans to buy an exotic car with his recent six-figure winnings.
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Baldrey: The B.C. Conservative Party and its 'potential weaknesses'

Baldrey: The B.C. Conservative Party and its 'potential weaknesses'

Why columnist Keith Baldrey believes other B.C. political parties may be quick to jump and exploit on Conservative stances from its current representatives.
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Sunday Night Read: 'Chasing Aurora Borealis and Dreams in Lapland'

Sunday Night Read: 'Chasing Aurora Borealis and Dreams in Lapland'

This short story series submission is from Anna Paul of Burnaby.
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Minter: Summer fragrance — can your outdoor space live up to the hype?

Minter: Summer fragrance — can your outdoor space live up to the hype?

Fragrance makes a huge difference to the enjoyment and appreciation of our summer gardens and to our senses, says master gardener Brian Minter.
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BBB: Don’t let phony florists ruin Mother's Day

BBB: Don’t let phony florists ruin Mother's Day

Research the seller, read reviews and use secure payment methods are some tips to avoid last-minute flower-order scams, the Better Business Bureau stated.
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Letter: Train whistles — at some New West crossings — can be helpful

Letter: Train whistles — at some New West crossings — can be helpful

This letter writer believes train whistles can help pedestrians and commuters be more alert.
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New West wins WALK30 Challenge for third consecutive year

New West wins WALK30 Challenge for third consecutive year

WALK30 Challenge: New Westminster residents “way walkier” that their neighbours in Burnaby
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