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The latest on COVID in local schools.

The shoots in New Westminster include exposed weapons.

More stores being hit with cases.

Do you have an anxious child? This could help.

They're ready and able to help Canada's overstretched health-care system during COVID-19. So why aren't we letting them?

Some people are already being fined. Some are being escorted by police out of stores.

As cases surge, so does the public's anger.

Here's what's being planned for a "quirky" building on the Queen's Park neighbourhood.

They refused to leave. The police were called.

Item #364 in the City of New Westminster's proposed 2021 capital plan - a $1.5-million fire boat - came as a bit of a surprise to some council members.

Not the smartest move.

Should the city consider a ban on fireworks before next Halloween? Is a ban necessary - or would it even be enforceable?

Is your family doing online learning this year? How's it working for you?

This local business is once again helping to ensure kids can stay warm through the winter months - and you can help.

Good news for folks in gymnastics, trampoline and Motoring Munchkins programs - the Queen's Park Sportsplex opened today.

Would you like to see this connector be built?

You may know him from all his volunteer efforts in New Westminster, but the City of Burnaby also thinks Elmer Rudolph is pretty great.

It's not just Surrey, says an expert in statistical modelling.

Have fun. Spread joy. Shop local. You can do it all with this New West gift exchange.

Should the New West school district make this permanent?

Please don't blame this on 'pandemic fatigue.'

We'll call this a win-win. Folks got a chance to have a yummy meal courtesy of Piva modern italian and Steel & Oak Brewing Co. - and a local charity received some much-needed cash.

New Westminster is doing double-duty for public hearings next week, including heritage designations for two properties and if cannabis edibles should be allowed to be sold in the city.

Heres what Capital City Arcades has planned for Sapperton.

Have you missed attending New West council meetings in person - or are you cool watching from the comforts of home?

The research surrounding transmissions among children increasingly comes with mixed conclusions, according to an infectious diseases researcher.

We shattered another record. More deaths over the weekend.

Did people really think a public health order would work?

Well, here we go. Are you ready?

Flames shot 50 feet in the air and black smoke filled the sky - but the damage from this Queensborough fire was mostly contained to plastics poised to be recycled.

Dale Bottle is no stranger to capturing shots around town, so its no surprise he was able to catch these shots of the Westminster Pier Park fire on Sept. 13 and one of a smoke-filled sky around the Pattullo Bridge. Thanks Dale! If you have a photo to share with the Record readers, email it to [email protected]. Put Snapped in the subject line.

Almost a month to the day, a suspect has now been charged with arson in connection to the Pier Park fire.

Take note: Todays the day that hefty new fines take effect for "dooring" cyclists.

Admission made during all-women panel.

Do you support hunting in B.C.? If not, why?

The fire department is warning people to stay out of Queensborough if possible.

A cautionary tale for parents.

Should the two major parties rein in their promises a little or is this what's needed right now?

In the wake of a massive traffic jam today in New West, the utility warns people to call ahead before digging.

Are you disappointed only one New West school made the cut?

Are New Westminster students really being put in a 'dangerous' position?

Five pharmacists reprimanded, fined thousands for false prescriptions.

Is your family trying online learning this year?

Fraser Health has issued an update.

A stern rebuke of a recent letter against an affordable housing proposal.

Tragic news out of Alberta.

It's not just care homes and schools.

Not everyone loved this piece of New Westminster public art, but it had its devoted fans.

If you or someone you know has Parkinson's, you may want to check out these local events.

Heres how you can have fun - and help raise money for literacy programming. This Tuesdays online trivia challenge is one of the events taking place during Literacy Month.

Has your family been contacted by health tracers?

Even economists were caught by surprise.

Doing some gardening or grocery shopping this weekend? Theres only two weeks left to contribute fresh produce to those in need.

Do you want this to be the last time to do this?

You don't have to vote in person. Here's how.

A toast to this New Westminster beer maker.

The leader of the Green party is also furious about these comments.

NDP-Greens deal said no election until at least May 2021. Was COVID enough of a reason to break it?

Do you like the idea of "hybrid" in-person and virtual meetings?

The Royal City Gogos are giving you a chance to help fund much-needed programs in Africa - and spend a fun afternoon with the folks in your bubble.

Want to learn how to tell a great story? Do you have a skill to share? Century House is the place to be (in a COVID-friendly kind of way)

Sounds like New West firefighters will be able to put out the Pier Park fire a little sooner than we'd expected.

Ruby Campbell is the first out of the gate to announce shell seek the NDP nomination in New West. Do you think others will come forward and make things interesting?

Here's what Capital City Arcades has planned for Sapperton.

Whos getting excited?

Have you been impacted by the appointment-only service at New Westminster City Hall during the pandemic? That is about to change.

Take note: Today's the day that hefty new fines take effect for "dooring" cyclists.

How do you feel about the plan to rename Richard McBride school?

Would you like to see an outdoor learning space at your childs school?

So tantalizingly close.

Have you had troubles finding before- and after-school care in New West?

Would you like the province to provide assurances that school districts wont lose out?

Theres not a serial arsonist going around,

New West is working with Fraser Health, narrowing down a list of possible sites.

Here's how you can have fun - and help raise money for literacy programming. This Tuesday's online trivia challenge is one of the events taking place during Literacy Month.

BREAKING: A suspect has been arrested in the Westminster Pier Park fire.

Doing some gardening or grocery shopping this weekend? There's only two weeks left to contribute fresh produce to those in need.

Wow Westminster got knocked down and this video captures how it happened.

Is this just fear-mongering about adding more density?

Judy Darcy reflects on her political life. Speculation now begins on who will run for the NDP.

The iconic Wow Westminster structure (whether you love it or hate it) is a casualty of the Westminster Pier Park fire.

Ruby Campbell is the first out of the gate to announce she'll seek the NDP nomination in New West. Do you think others will come forward and make things interesting?

Who's getting excited?

Theres a link for parents inside the story.

That feeling when you get your fancy new ventilation systems all ready to go to bring the freshest possible air into schools - and then this happens.

Is this good news or bad news to you?

Metro Vancouver issues another warning.

Would you like to see an outdoor learning space at your child's school?

Its getting to be a bit much, isnt it?

Do major fires like the one at Westminster Pier Park leave Metro Vancouver cities, especially smaller ones, too vulnerable?

This isnt the news anyone wanted to hear.

Would you like the province to provide assurances that school districts won't lose out?

In case you wondered, the official health advice is out, and its pretty straightforward: Stay inside, and stay away from the pier.

Tomorrow is Cartwright Jewelers final day in business after eight decades in New West.

ALERT: All of the citys schools are back in session today.

This is really happening, isnt it?