Anvil Centre sitting idle
Despite officially opening on September 14, 2014, New Westminsterâs $41.5-million Anvil Centre has yet to receive tenants now six months later.
Category: NEWS
Several culls to see animals shot throughout BC
A number of animal culls are occurring throughout BC, catching the attention of animal rights groups such as the BCSPCA. The culls involve several species of animals being hunted, including wolves, cougars, and deer.
Local news roundup: Animal cruelty allegations, and new learning centre
The owner of Willow, a severely emaciated husky found on January 31, was revealed to be a resident of Coquitlam on February 10.
BC seeking influx of measles vaccination
The current measles outbreak has residents of BC seeking large numbers of vaccines.
Modern family
In October 2013, Vancouver couple Danielle Wiley and Anna Richards welcomed their daughter Della into the world with biological father Shawn Kangro. Thanks to a BC Family Law Act passed earlier that year, Della Wolf Kangro Wiley Richardsâ birth certificate bears the name of three parents.
New Westminster Environmental Partners tackle upcoming transit referendum
On February 11, the New Westminster Environmental Partners (NWEP) held a meeting to discuss ideas and implications of the upcoming Transit and Transportation Referendum. New Westminster Mayor Jonathan Cote was in attendance to represent the Mayorsâ Council.
J-Pod orcas growing in numbers
On February 13, the sighting of a second orca calf from the âJ-Podâ group of killer whales was reported.
Sun News Network goes off the air
On February 13, Toronto-based Sun News Network shut down operations after four years. Sun News Network was notorious for its news style, with many labelling the station âFox News North.â
Local news roundup
âI like that thereâs actually action-oriented language in it. Itâs not only acknowledging an issue, but forces the school board into action into creating an inclusive environment in our schools,â Perry told Tri-City.
How much do you love New Westminster?
On February 14, the Anvil Centre will be hosting New Westminsterâs âOur City Neighbourhood Visioning Process.â The event invites current and future residents of New Westminster to discuss city plans to take place over the next several years.