Shaun Thomas

Does Rice’s vote matter?

Those who argue that MLA Jennifer Rice’s vote in the Legislature means nothing may have just had their arguments validated by ... Rice

Province funds more sailings to Lax Kw’alaams and ferry refurbishment while signing MOU to pave Tuck Inlet Road.

Residents of Lax Kw'alaams will soon have access to a paved road, a completely refurbished ferry and additional sailings to Prince Rupert.

Provincial and federal governments commit $37 million for rail overpass on Highway 16

The provincial and federal governments have committed to spending $37 million to create an overpass for the CN crossing on Highway 16.

A map highlighting areas where a 'significant tailings and/or sediment and effluent remain' on Banks Island.

Shutdown order issued for Banks Island Gold after tailings, effluent found in the environment

The Ministry of Environment has issued a shutdown order for Banks Island Gold after effluent and tailings entered the environment.

A map highlighting areas where a 'significant tailings and/or sediment and effluent remain' on Banks Island.

North Coast MLA absent during vote on LNG deal, but says agreement fails British Columbians

North Coast MLA Jennifer Rice was not in the Legislature when the Pacific NorthWest LNG project development agreement was passed.

Paul Horak accepts a $1 million cheque on behalf of a group of five lottery winners.

Group of Prince Rupert friends share $1 million lottery win

Paul Horak and four of his friends will have a lot of extra spending money, $200,000 apiece, after winning $1 million in the July 8 6/49.

Paul Horak accepts a $1 million cheque on behalf of a group of five lottery winners.
The number of TEUs moving through Fairview Terminal is up almost 40 per cent in 2015.

Fairview traffic climbs

Fairview Terminal continues to see increased traffic, but tonnage through the PRPA remains below the numbers from last year.

The number of TEUs moving through Fairview Terminal is up almost 40 per cent in 2015.

Agreement is needed for LNG

It is interesting that the biggest point of contention here on the North Coast is emanating from the halls of the Legislature

Mayors of Prince Rupert, Port Edward discuss LNG opportunities at BC Legislature

Prince Rupert Mayor Lee Brain and Port Edward Mayor Dave MacDonald were in Victoria today to speak at the Legislature about LNG.

Are you prepared for end-of-life care?

The Prince Rupert and District Hospice Society is hoping to get the majority of people prepared to deal with end-of-life care.

Tsimshian launch environmental stewardship program

Five Tsimshian bands have come together to ensure the environment of their traditional territory is protected.

Port Edward council were pleased with the response to the fire earlier this month.

Port Edward officials reflect on fire response

Mayor and staff in Port Edward are calling the handling of a brush fire that broke out in the community on July 4 a resounding success.

Port Edward council were pleased with the response to the fire earlier this month.
A rendering of the proposed multi-family development in Port Edward. This is a sample image and is subject to change.

Proponent clears first hurdle for multi-family development in Port Edward

The company planning to build a new subdivision in Port Edward cleared its first hurdle on Tuesday night .

A rendering of the proposed multi-family development in Port Edward. This is a sample image and is subject to change.

Prince Rupert realty sales down through first half of 2015

While the eyes of the province turn to potential industrial activity in Prince Rupert, realty sales in the community are declining.

Project development agreement sells out British Columbians, says MLA Rice

North Coast MLA Jennifer Rice is making it clear the project development agreement being proposed is not one she is willing to support.

Goodbye Odd, and thank you

Last week when I came into the office, I was informed that one of the people in Prince Rupert I truly looked up to was no longer with us

A group of protesters gather at the entrance to Fairview Terminal in Prince Rupert.

First Nations workers protest Fairview Terminal expansion contracts going to out-of-town firms

A group of First Nations workers are protesting the awarding of contracts related to Fairview Terminal expansion to out-of-town firms.

A group of protesters gather at the entrance to Fairview Terminal in Prince Rupert.
RTI tonnage is down 50.25 per cent.

Double-digit drop in port tonnage

While figures keep trending to a record year, there has been a double-digit drop in traffic for overall tonnage handled on the North Coast.

RTI tonnage is down 50.25 per cent.

Get ready for major change

People on the North Coast should get ready - it is likely going to get very interesting and very, very busy in the months ahead.

MP not a fan of hub-and-spoke proposal

Skeena – Bulkley Valley MP Nathan Cullen said he hopes Northern Health will put aside its plans to modify healthcare delivery in the region.