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November 01, 2025

THE TALK OF THE TOWN

November 01, 2025/ The West End Journal
THE TALK OF THE TOWN

An update on the Tony McNaughton memorial formerly at Starbucks, the campaign to stop the hotel at 2030 Barclay continues, an opportunity to become a Zero Waste Ambassador, and a fond farewell to two beloved West End personalities.

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The Talk Of The Town
November 01, 2025

A CLOSER LOOK

November 01, 2025/ The West End Journal
A CLOSER LOOK

Numerous factors have delayed construction of the new Coal Harbour elementary school. Here’s the story so far.

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A Closer Look
November 01, 2025

STANLEY PARK NOTEBOOK

November 01, 2025/ The West End Journal
STANLEY PARK NOTEBOOK

A Beaver Lake workshop, the bats of Stanley Park, how to help with animal rescue, and an update on the deer that recently visited the West End.

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Stanley Park Notebook
November 01, 2025

OUR LEAD STORY

November 01, 2025/ The West End Journal
OUR LEAD STORY

The 2025 African Descent Festival at English Bay was cancelled at the last minute. We try to get to the bottom of a complex story.

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November 01, 2025

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

November 01, 2025/ The West End Journal
MARK YOUR CALENDAR

A roundup of events and activities in the West End - Coal Harbour community, with something for everyone, of all ages.

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November 01, 2025

JOY'S JOURNAL

November 01, 2025/ The West End Journal
JOY'S JOURNAL

A new “Director of Ambiance” at the Fairmont, celebrating ten years of Bodega, remembering Steve Halliday, and a fashionable Italian Design Week.

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Joys Journal
October 01, 2025

UNSUNG HEROES

October 01, 2025/ The West End Journal
UNSUNG HEROES

Randy Keats is a welcoming presence for locals and tourists alike as he keeps Jim Deva Plaza as clean and orderly as possible under challenging conditions.

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Unsung Heroes
October 01, 2025

STANLEY PARK NOTEBOOK

October 01, 2025/ The West End Journal
STANLEY PARK NOTEBOOK

No Bright Nights this year, and the replacement event is controversial. Plus updates on the lack of a fund to upkeep community amenities, and a park mobility report.

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October 01, 2025

THE DRAGON'S PEN

October 01, 2025/ The West End Journal
THE DRAGON'S PEN

Emergency tools now available, class scheduling conflicts, and changes at neighbourhood schools.

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The Dragons Pen
October 01, 2025

THE TALK OF THE TOWN

October 01, 2025/ The West End Journal
THE TALK OF THE TOWN

The closure of a West End Starbucks raises concerns about a tribute to a local hero, two House Posts by carver John Spence are unveiled, and we remember the life of volunteer Donnie Charles.

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October 01, 2025

A CLOSER LOOK

October 01, 2025/ The West End Journal
A CLOSER LOOK

Neighbourhood push-back continues to grow as the proposal to build at 27-storey hotel at 2030 Barclay works its way through the City Planning Department.

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October 01, 2025

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

October 01, 2025/ The West End Journal
BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

The Ice Cream Parlour in Denman Mall, along with other West End optical outlets, supports a program that supplies eyeglass frames to those in need.

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