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$13,000 raised during Terry Fox Runs in Smithers and Burns Lake

Terry Fox Run events were held yesterday (Sunday) raising money for his foundation.  In Smithers, 52 participants came out to run, walk, or bike the five- or ten-kilometre course with many more coming to donate towards cancer research.  In total, $1113 was raised at the event.  Prizes were also given away to...

Williams Lake RCMP investigating suspicious death

The Williams Lake RCMP is investigating a suspicious death. Just before 4:30 yesterday (Saturday) morning, Mounties responded to a residence on the 1000 block of 2nd Avenue in Williams Lake for a disturbance. When officers arrived they found a deceased adult male. Police say initial evidence at the scene indicates criminality was...

First responders cycling across Northern BC raising money for cancer

11 law enforcement and emergency services personnel began their 850 km journey today (Friday) across Northern BC. They are cycling from Prince George to Prince Rupert over the next week (until September 21st) in the 22nd Cops for Cancer Tour de North in support of the Canadian Cancer Society. According to...

Smithers and Burns Lake Terry Fox Runs return

The annual Terry Fox Run returns to the Bulkley Valley and Lakes District on Sunday.  Registration starts at noon in Burns Lake, along with a BBQ and live entertainment.  “The run has been happening for 43 years,” said Organizer Tammy Zayac.  Also at the event is a silent harvest auction, with proceeds going to...

B.C. launches food fund for rural communities

The B.C. government has launched a new funding stream meant to help improve food availability and affordability in the province’s rural communities. Provincial government officials said the program aims to strengthen food supply chains and streamline logistics, storage, and transportation options in remote, rural, and indigenous communities. “British Columbians rely on...

Houston Mayor says new Canfor mill to breathe life into community

"It's a huge day for the community." That's from Houston Mayor Shane Brienen after Canfor announced they are going ahead with a new $200 million dollar lumber manufacturing mill in the northwest community (Today). Brienen stated with the new facility expected to take 28-32 months to complete, the community is not...