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New West Anchor Local news, local events, local everything. A twice weekly newsletter made for New West by New West. Led by Managing Editor Ria Renouf.

08/15/2023

⏳ It's a throwback that just happens to be on a Tuesday.

In light of the New West Record and the Burnaby Now ending their respective paper editions, Julian, in a video posted to Instagram, talked about how he used to deliver papers for The Daily Columbian.

Our stories can always be accessed at the link in our 'about' section.

08/14/2023

👉 Can you help?

Every week we highlight some of the groups in New West that are looking for volunteers to help them out.

Visit their respective pages to learn more. If you're a not-for-profit in need of a shout-out for volunteers, email us: hello(at)newwestanchor(dot)com.

08/13/2023

🧡 Get to know New Westie Irene Harvalias.

She's been working up a storm for decades as a member of Burnaby's Pacific Spirit Quilter's Guild. She began her craft sharing her quilts as gifts with family and friends.

She's also created quilted face masks for others, distributing them during the pandemic.

Read more about her at the Burnaby Beacon's website.

08/13/2023

⛳ FORE! Well, kind of...

On Sunday, Aug. 13 the Uptown Plaza will be transformed into a mini-golf course. Along with golf, you can enjoy music and artisan vendors.

Find it all from 1 to 4pm at Belmont and 6th.

🤩 Who is ready for nearly a week's worth of events!Can't wait to see you around town, New West.
08/11/2023

🤩 Who is ready for nearly a week's worth of events!

Can't wait to see you around town, New West.

08/09/2023

🗞 The final day of physical newsprint circulating in this city is nearly upon us.

On Thursday, Aug. 10, The New West Record will distribute its last paper copies. The outlet announced last week that it, along with two of its other sister publications, will be moving to a digital-only format.

👑 Who will win this incredible title?!The New West Farmers Market has announced it is accepting submissions for its 'Pie...
08/08/2023

👑 Who will win this incredible title?!

The New West Farmers Market has announced it is accepting submissions for its 'Pie for Pride' Contest, which will take place during the Thursday, Aug. 17 market.

The grand prize winner will take home $50 in Market Money while nabbing the title of 'New West's Best Pie of 2023!'

SIGN UP: https://newwestfarmers.ca/p4p23/

🙌 Looking to help locally?These are just a handful of groups in New West looking for volunteers!Email us if you're looki...
08/07/2023

🙌 Looking to help locally?

These are just a handful of groups in New West looking for volunteers!

Email us if you're looking for volunteers, and we can help give you a shout-out: hello(at)newwestanchor.com!

🏆 Former New West city councillor Lorrie Williams made an appearance on Saturday at a picnic hosted by MP Peter Julian a...
08/06/2023

🏆 Former New West city councillor Lorrie Williams made an appearance on Saturday at a picnic hosted by MP Peter Julian and MLA Raj Chouhan to receive an award for her community service.

She received the award about a year after having a stroke.

You can find the story at our website link in our 'about' section.

💧STAGE TWO WATER RESTRICTIONS ARE IN EFFECT.What does this mean?⛔ No more lawn watering. The city is allowed to water la...
08/04/2023

💧STAGE TWO WATER RESTRICTIONS ARE IN EFFECT.

What does this mean?
⛔ No more lawn watering. The city is allowed to water lawns that are used as playing fields.
⛔ No washing sidewalks.
✅ You can water trees, flowers, and shrubs, but there are specific rules you must follow.

For the latest on which stage of water restrictions we are supposed to be following, bookmark this site: https://metrovancouver.org/services/water/lawn-watering-regulations

🎊 Happy long weekend, New Westies!What are you going to be doing these next few days? If you need some local inspo, look...
08/03/2023

🎊 Happy long weekend, New Westies!

What are you going to be doing these next few days? If you need some local inspo, look no further. 👇🏼

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