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Open burning prohibitions rescinded in Northwest

Open burning prohibitions rescinded in Northwest

People in the Northwest can blow things up again after restrictions were lifted Tuesday.
Smithers water disinfection begins today

Smithers water disinfection begins today

Schools, businesses and residents affected by second week of Smithers boil water advisory.
13 people rescued after Kitimat River floods

13 people rescued after Kitimat River floods

Big Spruce area flooded early Monday morning
Osprey rescued after falling out of nest in Cowichan Bay

Osprey rescued after falling out of nest in Cowichan Bay

Young bird fell from nest
Buckerfields commits to “living wage” for employees

Buckerfields commits to “living wage” for employees

Duncan-based company said it was the right thing to do
VIDEO/PHOTOS Gitsegukla ceremony celebrates swearing in

VIDEO/PHOTOS Gitsegukla ceremony celebrates swearing in

Lively ceremony celebrated Gitsegukla staff and council’s swearing of oaths to serve their community.
Impaired driving charge after ATV destroyed by train

Impaired driving charge after ATV destroyed by train

Smithers RCMP Labour Day weekend included lucky ATV rider who was uninjured in train collision.
VIDEO: Smithers multi-million dollar airport expansion begins

VIDEO: Smithers multi-million dollar airport expansion begins

Layout of terminal will change, allowing more passengers in a new hold room with washrooms.
Recall of tainted pineapple products expanded in BC

Recall of tainted pineapple products expanded in BC

The ongoing investigation into hepatitis A virus found in Western Family brand, or unbranded, products has been expanded.
Fifty-plus cats surrendered to Victoria BC SPCA from single home

Fifty-plus cats surrendered to Victoria BC SPCA from single home

It will cost tens of thousands to rehabilitate the animals