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Avoid these distracted driving excuses, save $543

With the holidays in the rear-view mirror, most of us have bills to pay and don’t need another.

Jan. 11 brief news: payday loans, first-time home buyers

New, lower charges for payday loans came into effect Jan. 1, applications open now for first-time home buyers' down payment help

Portrait of the Williams family used in a Go Fund Me campaign to raise money for the funeral of Shirley Williams and Jovan Williams. Shirley is wearing a white hat and Jovan is the taller of the two men.

Granisle shooting investigation still ongoing

It’s been exactly eight months since Shirley Williams and her son Jovan died in a police-involved shooting in Granisle on April 21, 2016.

Portrait of the Williams family used in a Go Fund Me campaign to raise money for the funeral of Shirley Williams and Jovan Williams. Shirley is wearing a white hat and Jovan is the taller of the two men.
Mark Crawford of Williams Lake

2016: Three darts and five laurels for B.C.

Before welcoming in the New Year I have three things to get off my chest — on softwood lumber, electoral reform and political fundraising.

Mark Crawford of Williams Lake
899 Vanderhoof Air Cadets donated 52 throw blankets

Cadets bring Christmas warmth to Vanderhoof seniors

Vanderhoof's air cadet squadron, supported by local businesses, donated 52 throw blankets to Stuart Nechako Manor residents.

899 Vanderhoof Air Cadets donated 52 throw blankets

President’s report from Vanderhoof Chamber of Commerce

It has been a busy month of November. We wrapped up another successful Pumpkin walk...

Dec. 21 brief news: new certified organic food requirement in B.C.

New rules for certified organic food, B.C. budget consultation seeks public input

Approximately 200 young players took part in Burns Lake’s novice tournament during the Dec. 10 weekend. There were 12 teams in total

Burns Lake Novice tournament brings 200 players from northern B.C.

There were 12 teams in total, with players coming from Fraser Lake, Vanderhoof, Fort St. James, Houston and Smithers.

Approximately 200 young players took part in Burns Lake’s novice tournament during the Dec. 10 weekend. There were 12 teams in total

OPEN LETTER: Ensuring respectful relationships throughout National Inquiry on missing women

We wish to acknowledge the good intentions of your work and of the Government of Canada in committing to carry out the National Inquiry.

78 students in Sinkut View Elementary brought in a total of 669 items for the school-wide food drive.

Sinkut View food drive harvests close to 700 items

We wrapped up the Sinkut View Shares food drive on Dec. 12!

78 students in Sinkut View Elementary brought in a total of 669 items for the school-wide food drive.

W. L. McLeod Elementary Term 1 recognitions

Recognitions for W. L. McLeod Elementary in Vanderhoof for Term 1, 2016/2017

Crash involving school bus leaves one dead

The crash took place on Tachie Road near Fort St. James

Nechako Valley Secondary Term 1 Honour Roll

Recognitions for Nechako Valley Secondary students for term 1 for the 2016/2017 school year

Prince George RCMP issues Canada-wide warrant for 20-year-old sex offences

A Canada Wide arrest warrant has been issued for old former resident of Prince George wanted for offences that occurred in 1993.

The Ministry of Environment's air quality monitor in Vanderhoof is located on the roof of the Vanderhoof Law Courts.

UPDATE – ENDED: Vanderhoof air quality advisory issued due to northern high pressure

High concentrations of fine particulate matter, caused by high pressure system from the north, persisted from Dec. 12 to 16.

The Ministry of Environment's air quality monitor in Vanderhoof is located on the roof of the Vanderhoof Law Courts.

Marcel Gagnon concert: Thanks!

I was honoured and humbled to see dear friends take to the stage together on my behalf and support me with their love....

B.C. remote communities’ social workers get a raise

Front-line ministry social workers in hard-to-recruit areas of the province will receive an additional $3,000 to $6,000 per year

Jessica Hall

Tragic culture led to daughter’s death: Father

Jess’ last words were, “Woah buddy, you’re getting a little close there.”

Jessica Hall
Due to reduced demand for health care appointments over the holiday season

Northern B.C. medical bus schedule changes for holiday season

the Northern Health Connections program will run on a modified schedule beginning in late December.

Due to reduced demand for health care appointments over the holiday season

Dec. 7 Community: cozy Christmas storytime in the library

....as of Dec. 1, all are asked to enter clinic with mask or vaccine; public input on rural education