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Video: Community flips for the kids on this day
New Westminster fire chief Tim Armstrong had a Lego fire station under one arm and a dump truck under the other as he reported for duty at 6: 55 a.m. Wednesday.
Calling 911 for help is critical: fire chief
A recent apartment fire in New Westminster serves as a reminder about the need to call 911, says Fire Chief Tim Armstrong.
Family loses everything in fire
A New Westminster family's savings went up in smoke on the weekend after fire destroyed their home.
City sends delegation to evaluate post-disaster efforts after Sandy
New Westminster fire chief Tim Armstrong will lead a city delegation to the East Coast of the United States to evaluate post-disaster efforts in areas devastated by Hurricane Sandy.
Honour House anniversary
During a tour of Honour House Nov. 2, De Genova's pride is obvious-not just for the structure, but also the way the project came together as a labour of love for the hundreds who volunteered time, labour and cash to make this dream a reality. De Genova mentions too many names, groups and associations to include here, but some of the key contributors are B.C. Housing, the Vancouver Regional Construction and B.C. construction associations, Portico interior design, Houle Electric, Walter Francl Architects, the New Westminster Rotary Club, Wesgroup financial, Scott Construction and the City of New Westminster.
City asks: Why weren't we told about quake?
The City of New Westminster will seek answers about why it wasn't notified earlier about the recent earthquake off the B.C. coast.
Calendar of Events
Pancake breakfast open house, Shiloh Sixth Avenue United Church (progressive and radically inclusive), 9 a.m. Sunday worship at 11 a.m. with children's church and nursery room, 1111 Sixth Ave. Info: www.shiloh-6ave.net or 604-522-3443.
Fire service hires for one of its top jobs
A longtime Richmond firefighter is taking on one of the top jobs in New Westminster Fire and Rescue Service.
More city staffers hit $75,000
The number of city employees topping the $100,000 is holding steady at 66, but more employees are hitting the $75,000 mark.
Off-duty police officer hailed as a hero
While he's been hailed as a hero for helping a neighbour out of a burning building, the experience has given Royal City resident David Francoeur a sense of belonging in his new community.
City takes closer look at esplanade safety
The City of New Westminster has asked emergency vehicles to refrain from driving on the waterfront esplanade as much as possi-ble until an inspection determines why some of the brick pavers are becoming loose.
Success for toy drive
For the fifth year in a row, New Westminster residents have shown how much they care for local kids at the Christmas for Kids toy drive held Wednesday morning at the Paddlewheeler Pub at Westminster Quay.
What's your big issue this election?
The campaign for the civic election, which is exactly a month away, officially got underway following last Friday's deadline for candidates to file nomination papers. Before voters head to the polls, candidates will talk about a range of issues, including development, taxes and transportation, among others. The Optimist asked:
Ambassadors wanted
The Hyack Festival Association is urging young women to consider its popular ambassador program.
'So proud' to lead New West fire team
Sit in Fire Chief Tim Armstrong's office overlooking the corner of Sixth Avenue and McBride Boulevard and it's not the beautiful scenery that catches your eye.
Are mid-rise buildings safe?
A fire that destroyed a residential complex under construction in Richmond has provided some lessons for other municipalities considering six-storey wood frame buildings.
