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Tsunami Watch upgraded to Advisory for Coastal BC following 8.8 magnitude earthquake off Russian coast
A Tsunami Advisory is now in effect for British Columbia's coastal Zones A through D, including the north coast, Haida Gwaii, central coast, northeast Vancouver Island, the west coast of Vancouver Isl...
Jul 29, 2025 Screenshot of US Tsunami Warning System Map // Courtesy: NOAA / US National Weather Service
B.C. Contributes $200M to Power Indigenous-Led Cedar LNG with Clean Energy
The Province of British Columbia has signed a $200-million agreement with Haisla Nation to support clean energy infrastructure for the Cedar LNG project near Kitimat. The funding will help build a 287...
Jul 29, 2025 From left to right, Elected Chief Councillor for Haisla Nation, Maureen Nyce, Adrian Dix, Minister of Energy and Climate Solutions and Minister Responsible for Francophone Affairs, And Premier of B.C., David Eby
Heat Warning in Effect for Cariboo Region Including Quesnel and Williams Lake
Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for the Cariboo region, including Quesnel and Williams Lake, from today through Thursday. Daytime temperatures are expected to reach between 29 and 34 degr...
Jul 29, 2025 iqoncept / Depositphotos.com
Williams Lake RCMP Seize Drugs After Traffic Stop Linked to Suspicious Activity
On July 4, Williams Lake RCMP responded to a report about a suspicious male in a parking lot on 1st Avenue North. The man was seen inspecting vehicles before returning to his own car. Police intercept...
Jul 29, 2025
Fort St. John to Host International Overdose Awareness Day Event on August 31st
Community partners are coming together to host a meaningful event in recognition of International Overdose Awareness Day on August 31st at Festival Plaza in Fort St. John. The event will highlight the...
Jul 29, 2025
Employers Must Act to Prevent Heat Stress, Warns WorkSafeBC
With temperatures climbing across British Columbia, WorkSafeBC is reminding employers of their legal duty to protect workers from heat-related illnesses. Heat stress can lead to serious medical condit...
Jul 29, 2025 Kail Bruin, Painter, Valour Painting Ltd, hydrating in cooling room during heat wave while working on Eco Heavy Duty Repairs Ltd work site, Nelson BC.
Camaro Impounded Following Dangerous Driving Incident in Smithers
On (Saturday) July 26, Smithers RCMP received a complaint about a Chevrolet Camaro driving dangerously in a residential neighborhood. A community member reported that the vehicle was speeding, ignorin...
Jul 29, 2025 File Photo / Courtesy: RCMP
Kitimat Launches Local Compost Facility to Process Community Food Waste
Kitimat has officially opened a new compost facility at the local landfill, allowing food waste to be processed right in the community for the first time. The project was made possible with $1.2 milli...
Jul 28, 2025
Houston RCMP Request Public's Help in Locating Missing Michael Kowalchuk
The Houston RCMP are seeking the public's assistance in locating Michael Randolf Kowalchuk, who has been missing for several months. Michael, a 56-year-old man from B.C., was last in contact with his ...
Jul 28, 2025
Prince Rupert Launches Free Summer Gym Nights for Youth
The City of Prince Rupert is rolling out a new summer pilot program aimed at making recreation more accessible for local youth. Starting this Saturday and running through the end of August, drop-in gy...
Jul 28, 2025