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Should New West move Canada Day celebrations out of Westminster Pier Park?

Should New West move Canada Day celebrations out of Westminster Pier Park?

Pier Park will still be home to Canada Day festivities in 2025 – but that could change in future years.
New Westminster police investigate 'multiple' sexual assault incidents

New Westminster police investigate 'multiple' sexual assault incidents

New West man arrested after police investigate sexual assaults that allegedly occurred at his home and workplace.
Rob Shaw: B.C. housing minister's threats put municipal autonomy to the test

Rob Shaw: B.C. housing minister's threats put municipal autonomy to the test

Municipalities pushing back against province’s housing policy
8 things to do in New West on the Dec. 20 to 22 weekend

8 things to do in New West on the Dec. 20 to 22 weekend

The final weekend before Christmas is a perfect time to shop, take in some festive entertainment, celebrate the Winter Solstice, and enjoy some family fun in New Westminster.
Five New West council members get roles on Metro Van committees

Five New West council members get roles on Metro Van committees

Coun. Nadine Nakagawa to serve on three Metro Vancouver standing committees and Coun. Jaimie McEvoy to serve on two – including finance,
New West resident calls for comprehensive bike lane network – not a piecemeal approach

New West resident calls for comprehensive bike lane network – not a piecemeal approach

Engagement for Active Transportation Network projects on Seventh Street completed and being analyzed by New Westminster staff.
Line of Duty death service honours longtime New Westminster firefighter

Line of Duty death service honours longtime New Westminster firefighter

New Westminster firefighter and training captain Dave Phillips: “He made the ultimate sacrifice.”
New West police investigating a pedestrian fatality on McBride Boulevard

New West police investigating a pedestrian fatality on McBride Boulevard

Police investigation is underway after a driver struck a pedestrian on McBride Boulevard this morning.
Two cannabis shops in New West want to relocate from approved locations

Two cannabis shops in New West want to relocate from approved locations

A cannabis store in Queensborough hope to relocate to downtown New Westminster and a Sapperton store that’s yet to open wants a new location on East Columbia Street.
Time-capsule reveal planned for World’s Largest Tin Soldier in New West

Time-capsule reveal planned for World’s Largest Tin Soldier in New West

A time capsule located inside the World’s Largest Tin Solider on New Westminster’s waterfront may be opened on Feb. 14, 2025 – Valentine’s Day.