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From Philip’s Desk | Federal Government vs. Newton
Another Newton talks rolled into town with MP Sukh Dhaliwal as our guest speaker. A professional Engineer, British Columbia Land Surveyor and former Liberal Member of Parliament for Newton-North Delta from 2006 to 2011, As of Oct 19, 2015 Sukh Dhaliwal is once again serving the constituents of Surrey-Newton. Dhaliwal presented to the hungry crowd at the local Newton eatery Greek Corner. He focused on the importance of small business and summarized several points...
From Philip’s Desk | Crime decreasing in Newton?
Over the past 3 years crime in Newton has been on a downward trend. 2015 saw a 5% decrease, 2016 9% decrease and 2017 an astonishing 18% reduction in total crime. How and why? Did we add more RCMP to the streets? Is the Public Safety Strategy making huge inroads against crime in Newton. Has the public become so disillusioned that they are simply not reporting crime anymore? Has the problem been downloaded onto the...
Merchant the Twenty-second: Tasty Donair
Looking for a new lunch spot? Come visit Farid at Tasty Donair on 72nd Ave! Opened in 2014, Tasty Donair has emerged as one of Newton's most popular food spots. Originally from Afghanistan, owner Farid immigrated to Canada in 2009 to provide new opportunities for him and his family. Transitioning out of university, Farid found himself working in the Finance industry. After 10 years, he felt dissatisfied with working for others and his position;...
From Philip’s Desk | Hollywood AGM
Last week the Newton BIA hosted its 4th AGM – Annual General Meeting. We gave it the red-carpet treatment located at Hollywood 3 Cinema with a lively turnout of residents, businesses and government employees. I started out with how much things have changed in the past 5 years since the Newton BIA was formed. Obama, Harper, Christy Clark & Diane Watts were the politicians of the day. We have witnessed tragedy at the local...
From Philip’s Desk | In Dave we trust!
Last week was the first Newton Talks of 2018. This year we changed locations to the Greek Corner near the Newton Save on Foods due to Fays Family Restaurant closing recently. This closure follows an extensive line of local independent businesses that have shut their doors for good or relocated out of the Newton Town Center. If you recall this was ABC restaurant. Even further back Earls closed shop and moved to Scott Road along...
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