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Historical Records for Today - Record high 26.8 2022 - Record low 13.0 2021
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August 18, 2025
😎 Summer Day Camp (2025) Week 6: August 18 - 22 – 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
🐩 Scoop Up New West at Centennial Lodge – 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
🚢 West Coast Tug Project Exhibit – 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
🧘 Peace, Be Still Monday Meditation – 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM
👶 Mom + Baby Meet Up at Cove Indoor Play – 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
🧩 Puzzle Mondays at Steel and Oak – Starts at 5:00 PM
🏓 Drop-in Pickleball at RCCC – 7:00 PM
🎙 Begbie's Open Mic – 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM
🥍 WLA Finals: Game 4 at Queens Park Arena – 7:30 PM
August 19, 2025
🔍 Unique Survival Scavenger Hunt - New West – 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
📖 Storytime and Craft (2-6 years) – 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
🧶 Youth Knitting and Crochet Club (6-18 years) – 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
🧘 Yang Tai Chi 24 form – 5:00 PM
🗞 Save Our Local News: Meet the Founders – 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
🍺 🎲 Beer and Board Games – 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
🍔 🍺 NWP Summer Burger and Beer at Kelly O'Bryan's – 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
❓ Trivia Tuesdays at Howe Sound New West – 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
🎭 Trivia Tuesdays at Notorious Grey Fox – 7:00 PM
🎸 Georgie's Local Tuesday Night Jam Session – 7:00 PM
August 20, 2025
Unique Survival Scavenger Hunt - New West – 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
💰 Financial Aid (Welfare) Worker at NWPL – 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
👶 Mom + Baby Meet Up at Cove Indoor Play – 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
🧑🤝🧑 CaRT Peer Navigators – 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
👶 Babytime (0-23 months) – 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
🎨 Djeco Summer Craft Day at Kinder Books – 1:00 PM
📝 Work BC Employment Services Drop-In – 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
🎨 Queensborough Crafternoon (5-12 years) – 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
⚽ Soccer Pop-up at Moody Park – 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
👨👩👧👦 Family Building Free Play (All ages) – 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
🏓 Drop-in Pickleball at RCCC – 7:00 PM
❓ Trivia Night at Georgie's Local – 7:00 PM
🏃 Run Club – 7:00 PM
👦👧 Connect Youth (13+) – 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
🎤 Open Mic Jam at Bully’s Studio – 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM
❓ Trivia Night at Frankie G’s – 7:30 PM
🥍 WLA Finals: Game 5 at Poirier Rec Centre – 7:30 PM
🧘 Sound Bath Meditation at Centennial Lodge – 8:00 PM to 9:20 PM
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The New Westminster Police Department is investigating a suspicious fire that broke out in the early hours of August 11. The blaze, reported around 2:42 a.m., heavily damaged an unoccupied business in the 600 block of 12th Street.
The Major Crime Unit has taken charge of the case and is working in partnership with New Westminster Fire and Rescue Service. Investigators are particularly interested in a red van that was seen leaving the area at the time of the incident.
Authorities are asking residents and business owners nearby to review any surveillance or dashcam footage captured between 2:00 a.m. and 4:00 a.m. that may show the vehicle or other suspicious activity. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Major Crime Unit tip line or send details by email to assist in the investigation.
Get ready, curlers — the Royal City Curling Club is rolling out the welcome mat for one of the most exciting youth curling events of the year! From Friday, September 19 to Sunday, September 21, the 2025 Anita Cochrane Memorial West Coast Junior Classic will bring together some of the brightest young talent on the ice.
This year’s competition features three thrilling divisions: U20 boys, U20 girls, and the Challenge category for U16 players. With only 22 team spots available, the race to register is on! Every game will be eight ends of strategy, skill, and sweeping action.
And it’s not just about competition — Saturday evening will see teams gather for a fun and friendly dinner, giving players and coaches a chance to connect, share stories, and celebrate the sport they love.
Entries close at 11:59 p.m. on Friday, September 5, so don’t wait. Secure your spot now through the event website or by scanning the QR code on the poster. Lace up your shoes, grab your broom, and be part of the excitement!
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