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New West firefighters’ tree chipping set for this weekend

New West firefighters’ tree chipping set for this weekend

The New Westminster Firefighters’ Charitable Society’s annual tree-chipping event raises much-needed funds to support local organizations.
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Knotted: Rapunzel’s Story promises to be a zany, hilarious, sing-along journey

Knotted: Rapunzel’s Story promises to be a zany, hilarious, sing-along journey

The Royal Canadian Theatre Company’s latest pantomime, Knotted: Rapunzel’s Story, takes to the Massey Theatre stage this weekend – including accessible offerings
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Health, happiness, golf skills: Parents' hopes for New Westminster's New Year's baby

Health, happiness, golf skills: Parents' hopes for New Westminster's New Year's baby

The first baby born in New Westminster – and all of Fraser Health – in 2025 arrived seven minutes after midnight on Jan. 1.
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What happened in New Westminster in 2024? Plenty.

What happened in New Westminster in 2024? Plenty.

Part 2: Here’s a look back at some of the stories that made headlines in New Westminster in 2024.
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A public toilet and fallout from a trip to Dubai make headlines in New West in 2024

A public toilet and fallout from a trip to Dubai make headlines in New West in 2024

Part 1: Here’s a look back at some of the stories that made headlines in New Westminster in 2024.
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What's happening? January 2025 events roundup in New Westminster

What's happening? January 2025 events roundup in New Westminster

Community events, entertainment offerings, opportunities to learn new skills – it’s all happening in New Westminster in January 2025.
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New West residents launched petitions in 2024 on topics from crosswalks to comedy shows

New West residents launched petitions in 2024 on topics from crosswalks to comedy shows

Looking back at 2024: Online petitions are increasingly being used by New Westminster residents to spur action.
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You can now nominate a deserving person for B.C.'s highest civilian honours

You can now nominate a deserving person for B.C.'s highest civilian honours

Know someone who's gone above and beyond for the community? Submit their candidacy by April 2025.
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New West is one of Canada's Most Generous Communities in 2024

New West is one of Canada's Most Generous Communities in 2024

More than 4,100 New Westminster residents supported GoFundMe campaigns in 2024 – making it one of the Top 10 Most Generous Communities in Canada.
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Holiday lights spark joy in New Westminster this Christmas

Holiday lights spark joy in New Westminster this Christmas

Here’s a rundown of some of the places in New West where you can find Christmas lights this holiday season.
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