News and updates from all around your neighbourhood.

West End businesses are sporting a new “Safe Place” sign as racist incidents continue to occur … and other things I’ll add shortly.

Concerns raised about the Participatory Budget process, a decision pending on moving to remove a bus stop on Davie, the return of the herons, and weed for seniors.

New Year's greetings from Spencer and family, where to chip your Xmas tree, and several sad farewells.

A new home for The Quick Nickel, new chefs in the ‘hood, good news for binners, and new mental health funding for Gordon Neighbourhood House.

Hedy Fry wins again, the Park Board launches a new plan for our parks and green spaces, and a West End author is featured in Reader’s Digest’s “Our Canada”.

Updates on the progress of The West End Plan, West End seniors honoured at Awards event, and concerns over rising crime in our community.

Digging for plumbing continues, the Dover Arms takes on a new life, the King George car-wash carries on, and charges may be laid in connection with a recent protest.

Protesting a protest that never happened, plans for English Bay waterfront, and news from the campaign trail.

Repairs to the Granville Island Ferries dock, a relaunch of West End Residents Association (WERA) and Last Month In Photos … for starters!

Candidates are lining up to challenge Hedy in October's election ... and so much more news!

Another longtime business closes, sunny day activities are heating up, and we get answers about that yellow blimp.