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Prime Minister Mark Carney's statement on anniversary of 9/11
Prime Minister Mark Carney has released the following statement on the anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks: "On this day 24 years ago, the world was forever changed after the deadliest-ever terrori...
Nathan Jordan Sep 11, 2025 rabbit75_dep / Depositphotos.com

Town of Smithers awards $235,000 security contract to Blue Hawk Security for patrols at TOSA and in downtown core
At a council meeting in Smithers on Tuesday, September 9th, a $235,000 security contract had been awarded to Prince George based Blue Hawk Security to provide security services at the Town's Temporary...
Nathan Jordan Sep 10, 2025 Smithers Temporary Overnight Sheltering Area across from Town Hall on Alfred Street, viewed from Google Maps Street View // Courtesy: Google Maps / Street View

Terrace RCMP Seeking Public's Help to Locate Chelsea Eden Amaranth
The Terrace RCMP is asking for the public's assistance in locating 36-year-old Chelsea Eden Amaranth, who is wanted on two warrants. She faces charges for breaching probation in Terrace and taking a v...
Sabrina Spencer Sep 10, 2025

Crystal Smith of Haisla Nation Among 11 Appointed to Indigenous Advisory Council for Major Projects
Crystal Smith of Haisla Nation is one of 11 leaders appointed to the Indigenous Advisory Council (IAC), which will guide the new Major Projects Office (MPO). Prime Minister Mark Carney made the announ...
Sabrina Spencer Sep 10, 2025

David Eby's Approval Rating Declines Amidst Growing Challenges
British Columbia Premier David Eby is experiencing a significant drop in approval, with new polling from the Angus Reid Institute showing only 41% of residents are satisfied with his leadership. This ...
Sabrina Spencer Sep 10, 2025

Munroe Street Property Cleared Amid Safety and Criminal Concerns
A property on the 3200 block of Munroe Street in Terrace has been cleared after years of safety concerns, criminal activity, and unsightly conditions. The Terrace RCMP, Fire Department, City Building ...
Sabrina Spencer Sep 10, 2025

RCMP Seek Public's Help to Find Jared Colten Lepretre
The Chetwynd RCMP are requesting assistance from the public to locate 33-year-old Jared Colten Lepretre. He is wanted on charges of aggravated assault, assault, and uttering threats. Lepretre is descr...
Sabrina Spencer Sep 10, 2025

Esk'etemc Nation Calls for Action on School District Review of Climate and Culture
The Esk'etemc Nation, located in the central interior of British Columbia, has issued an open letter addressing concerns over the Cariboo-Chilcotin School District's Review of Climate and Culture - Re...
Sabrina Spencer Sep 10, 2025

GitxaaĊa People Invited to View the 'Unsighted' Stone Mask
This evening (September 10) the 'Unsighted' Stone Mask will be on display at the Crest Hotel in Prince Rupert. The viewing will take place from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Gitxaaa Nation members are i...
Sabrina Spencer Sep 10, 2025

Restaurants Canada Responds to Premier Eby's Proposal to Eliminate the Temporary Foreign Worker Program
Restaurants Canada is challenging Premier David Eby's call to eliminate the Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) program, emphasizing the critical role TFWs play in British Columbia's foodservice industry. ...
Sabrina Spencer Sep 10, 2025 borisimple / Depositphotos.com