Shaun Thomas

The Amarantha is escorted by tug into Northland Terminal.

Amarantha to undergo repairs at Northland Cruise Terminal

There will be a large freighter docked at Northland Terminal over the next few days as crews work on repairing the Amarantha.

The Amarantha is escorted by tug into Northland Terminal.
Work is underway to replace the sidewalk along Third Avenue West.

Work underway to replace sidewalks on Third Avenue West

The City of Prince Rupert has begun work to rehabilitate sidewalks in the downtown core, part of a five year plan.

Work is underway to replace the sidewalk along Third Avenue West.
Skeena - Bulkley Valley MP Nathan Cullen addresses supporters in Smithers following his victory.

UPDATE: Candidates reflect on 2015 federal election

Nathan Cullen has been re-elected as MP for the Skeena - Bulkley Valley riding.

Skeena - Bulkley Valley MP Nathan Cullen addresses supporters in Smithers following his victory.

Former Odin Seafood dock to be demolished

Work to remove the former Odin Seafood dock in Cow Bay will begin this weekend, a project that will last until the middle of December.

Realty sales fall in 2015

Almost 100 fewer properties were sold in Prince Rupert during the first three quarters of 2015 compared to the same time in 2014...

Hats off to Port Edward council

Every second Tuesday of the month, I sit in Port Edward council chambers to find out the latest happenings in that community...

Fairview traffic climbs as Maersk makes first call

Traffic through Fairview Terminal is up by 30 per cent this year as the terminal continues toward a record-breaking year.

Gitxsan Nation House Group launches legal challenge to pipeline for Lelu Island terminal

A group within the Gitxsan Nation is filing a legal challenge to the pipeline that would supply gas to a terminal on Lelu Island.

Port Ed not keen on fourplex plan

While one resident may have visions of a new fourplex being built on his property, Port Edward council m not be a fan of the idea.

Symposium to address transportation options on Highway 16 corridor

Transportation options available between Prince Rupert and Prince George will be the focus of a symposium planned for Smithers next month.

District of Port Edward funding rail crossing upgrades to cut down on whistling

The District of Port Edward is putting its money where its mouth is when it comes to stopping trains from whistling in town.

City to decommission and cleanup Bunker C tanks located in Moresby Park

The City of Prince Rupert is undertaking a cleanup of Bunker C oil tanks in Moresby Park.

A week-long inquest examined the circumstances that led Angie Robinson to take the life of her son Robert before committing suicide.

Week-long inquest hears tragic tale of Angie and Robert Robinson

What started as a routine check for wellness call turned out to be one of the most tragic events in Prince Rupert's history.

A week-long inquest examined the circumstances that led Angie Robinson to take the life of her son Robert before committing suicide.

Almost 100 fewer properties sold in Prince Rupert in 2015 than in 2014

Almost 100 fewer properties were sold in Prince Rupert during the first three quarters of 2015 compared to the same time in 2014.

The Rushbrook Floats boat launched will be closed for repairs at the end of October.

Rushbrook boat launch closing for repairs at the end of October

People looking to hit the waters around Prince Rupert at the end of October will need to make the trip to Port Edward to launch their boat.

The Rushbrook Floats boat launched will be closed for repairs at the end of October.
Representatives from the Nine Allied Tribes of Lax Kw'alaams gather to sign an exclusivity and benefits agreement with Eagle Spirit Energy.

Nine Allied Tribes of Lax Kw’alaams sign benefits agreement with Eagle Spirit Energy, question authority of mayor and council

The Nine Allied Tribes of Lax Kw'alaams have signed an exclusivity and benefits agreement in support of the Eagle Spirit Energy project.

Representatives from the Nine Allied Tribes of Lax Kw'alaams gather to sign an exclusivity and benefits agreement with Eagle Spirit Energy.

Hereditary chiefs, elected chiefs call for energy corridor across northern B.C.

Hereditary chiefs and several elected chiefs from across Northern B.C. are calling an energy corridor for oil and natural gas pipelines.

Cunningham’s rural reminder

This week I offer up a tip of my proverbial hat to Coun. Barry Cunningham for standing up in a room full of elected officials...

A group of surveyors are escorted from Flora Bank.

Lelu Island occupiers escort ‘unauthorized’ surveying crew off of Flora Bank

The group occupying Lelu Island say they "escorted" a group of surveyors off of Flora Bank on Monday morning.

A group of surveyors are escorted from Flora Bank.

Metlakatla signs project agreement for Prince Rupert Gas Transmission pipeline

Metlakatla has signed an agreement that will see financial and other benefits from the Prince Rupert Gas Transmission (PRGT) project.