- New West Anchor
- Posts
- ⚓️ Where did Malanka go?
⚓️ Where did Malanka go?
Plus: the City launches a toxic drug response program
New West Anchor Staff
March 26, 2024
Welcome to Tuesday, New West.
There is no shortage of art around New Westminster, and another exhibit will be on showcase in the days to come. If you’re interested in learning about some Ukrainian arts and cultural traditions, you’ll definitely want to scroll down for more info.
How do you feel about the City's recently announced toxic drug response program |
Advertise your business, event, or restaurant in front of 5,600+ engaged locals! Contact our team today.
LOCAL NEWS
City launches toxic drug response program
New Westminster City Hall
Last week the city announced it had launched a toxic drug response program, in partnership with Fraser Health. The group consists of a “second responder team” that includes one New West fire fighter and two members of Fraser Health’s Overdose Outreach Team.
This program follows a similar one launched in Surrey in 2019. To learn more about New West’s program, check out the city’s bulletin on its launch.
SPONSORED BY GATEWAY THEATRE
Apr 11-20: Ken Ludwig's Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery
Gateway Theatre is thrilled to present Ken Ludwig's Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery, an uproarious production with a fresh and lively take on the legendary tale of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s The Hound of the Baskervilles. From the award-winning master of mayhem Ken Ludwig (Lend Me a Tenor, Moon Over Buffalo) comes a fast-paced, pulse-pounding comedy like no other. Directed by Barbara Tomasic, this show promises a rollercoaster of laughter, suspense, and wit.
In this retelling of the Victorian whodunit, Holmes and Dr. Watson embark on a riveting adventure to solve the mystery surrounding Sir Charles Baskerville's death. A nimble cast of five takes on nearly 40 different characters, darting on and off the stage in this murderously funny adventure. Tickets from $35 at the website.
📣 Neighbourhood bulletin
🐰 Don’t forget. The first New West Farmers’ Market of the season is happening this Thursday at Tipperary Park. The Easter Block Party is happening from 3 to 7pm!
💫 Magic festival in New West. This is officially underway! If you’d like to take a look at the various magical events happening in the city this week, visit Tourism New West’s page.
🦊 In case you missed it. The Notorious Grey Fox, located in the former BC Penitentiary building (319 Governors Ct.) is now open for service. There will also be a ribbon cutting and grand opening for the space on Friday, Apr. 26.
🍽️ Golden Plates. The Georgia Straight’s 2024 Golden Plates are back. The voting phase is now open. Vote for all your favourite Metro Vancouver restaurants—and make sure to vote in the new category: Best New West restaurant!
We can’t tell local stories without you! Support our work in New West by becoming an Anchor Insider member today.
🗞 In other news
Danger Cats perform. The group that was supposed to perform at the House of Comedy in Downtown New West held their show over the weekend at a spot in Vancouver. The show at the House of Comedy was cancelled after it was discovered the Danger Cats were selling shirts related to the Robert Pickton case. (CBC Vancouver)
New West’s BC United candidate. Daniel Kofi Ampong, who also ran in the Oct. 2022 municipal election, will be the BC United candidate for the Burnaby-New Westminster riding. (New West Record)
Purple. City Hall will be lit up in purple this coming Thursday to mark International Purple Day, which acknowledges individuals living with epilepsy. (New West Record)
Closure. King George Station is expected to close for six weeks, around the end of April. This is to carry out what TransLink says is essential maintenance. (CityNews Vancouver)
Drones in BC. The Canadian military appears to be closer to setting up a drone base in this province by the end of this year. The facility is expected to be set up in Comox. (CTV Vancouver)
🤩 Community spotlight
Where Did Malanka Go? is an interactive and educational exhibition that will explore the meaning of Malanka. A folk holiday out of Ukraine, it has evolved within the Ukrainian diaspora in Canada.
The event includes authentic costumes and video footage from expeditions to the villages where the celebrations occur to this day.
The reception will take place at 6pm this Thursday, Mar. 28. All are welcome. The exhibit runs until Mar. 30.
SPONSORED BY THE CO-OPERATORS
Cooperators/Stokholm Insurance Services Ltd celebrating 10 years in New Westminster
The team at Cooperators/Stokholm Insurance Services Ltd. are happy to help the people in New Westminster with Insurance and Investment needs for 10 years.
Insurance and Investments are personal and that is why their advice is too. They tailor each insurance to you to your needs.
Their mission is to help Canadians and their Families: Keep what matters safe. Save for what matters!
Drop by for a coffee and a chat, they're happy to help.
🤝 Now hiring
Surveillance operator. Starlight Casino. Wage/salary: $21.57/hour.
Barista/supervisor. Coasters Coffee. Wage/salary: $20/hour.
Hiring in New West? Reply to this email and let us know.
🍴 Where to eat and drink
Sichuan Yummy Food. If you order online (via their website) they’ll give you a discount. Grab your meals from here if you’re looking for spicy salt chicken wings, wonton soup, or sliced chicken with green onions.
La Pache Pizza. There is now a location in New West! Find it at 323 E. Columbia St. This La Pache location joins others found in Langley, as well as along Commercial Drive in Vancouver.
That’s it!
If you found something useful, consider forwarding this newsletter to a friend in New West.
And before you go, let us know:
What did you think of today's newsletter? |
• Help us keep growing. Become an Anchor Insider member.
• New here? Sign up to our 2x weekly newsletter for free.
• Connect with more than 5,600 engaged locals. Advertise with us.
• Got a tip or some event info to pass along? Send us a note.