Shaun Thomas

Pacific NorthWest LNG announces positive, conditional, final investment decision

Pacific NorthWest LNG announced today a positive final investment decision for its Lelu Island terminal, subject to two conditions.

Dr. David Suzuki addresses the crowd at the Lester Centre of the Arts on Wednesday night.

Dr. David Suzuki discusses climate change impacts during Prince Rupert tour stop

Renowned scientist and environmental activist Dr. David Suzuki as in Prince Rupert on Wednesday night to talk about climate.

Dr. David Suzuki addresses the crowd at the Lester Centre of the Arts on Wednesday night.

Northern Health not planning to remove surgical services from Prince Rupert hospital

Northern Health says it has no plans to remove surgical services from Prince Rupert Regional Hospital.

The District of Port Edward is criticizing the City of Prince Rupert for implementing an increased fee for Port Edward residents to use the landfill.

Increased fee for landfill use raises the ire of Port Edward council

Port Edward councillors took aim at Prince Rupert city council after being informed the city would not reconsider a landfill fare increase.

The District of Port Edward is criticizing the City of Prince Rupert for implementing an increased fee for Port Edward residents to use the landfill.

Lax Kw’alaams hereditary chiefs, elected councillors and community members refute claims Eagle Spirit project has no support

Hereditary Chiefs, elected councillors and community members are refuting claims by Mayor Garry Reece that Eagle Spirit has no support.

BC Ferries adds additional sailings to meet demand

As people from across the country and the globe begin the vacation season, BC Ferries is adding two additional sailings in June.

Eagle Spirit Energy does not have support of Lax Kw’alaams: Mayor Garry Reece

Lax Kw'alaams Mayor Garry Reece wants to make it clear that the Band has not taken a position on the Eagle Spirit Energy project.

AAL Brisbane sits in the Prince Rupert harbour.

AAL Shipping announces monthly calls on Prince Rupert

A global shipper of breakbulk and project cargo is turning its attention to the North Coast.

AAL Brisbane sits in the Prince Rupert harbour.

UPDATE: Federal review of Pacific NorthWest LNG’s Lelu Island terminal put on hold

The federal environmental review of Pacific NorthWest LNG's Lelu Island terminal has been put on hold once again.

Don’t prejudge the workers

It’s unfortunate that some on the North Coast hold onto the idea that work accommodation sites are going to be a threat to communities.

Several First Nations leaders gathered in Vancouver to show their support for the Eagle Spirit Energy pipeline proposal.

First Nations groups from Alberta to the coast pledge support of Eagle Spirit Energy

Eagle Spirit Energy says it has the support of more than 30 First Nations spanning from Alberta to the coast.

Several First Nations leaders gathered in Vancouver to show their support for the Eagle Spirit Energy pipeline proposal.

Cause of dry May on the North Coast explained

From a weather standpoint, the month of May was certainly an anomaly on the North Coast.

Concerns around worker accommodation in the community were raised at the May 26 Port Edward council meeting, though mayor and council said they supported the developments.

Port Edward worker accommodation plans questioned at council meeting

The first public question and answer period at Port Edward council took aim squarely at the impact of worker accommodation facilities.

Concerns around worker accommodation in the community were raised at the May 26 Port Edward council meeting, though mayor and council said they supported the developments.

Rash of theft hits Port Edward

The mayor of Port Edward is asking residents to remain calm in light of a series of thefts reportedly taking place in the community.

Plans outlined for Port Edward logistic park

Those driving into Port Edward recently will have noticed a significant difference in the landscape.

David Suzuki bringing coastal tour to Prince Rupert

Noted environmental activist David Suzuki will be bringing his Celebrating Coastal Connections tour to Prince Rupert on June 10.

U14 boys soccer team returns from Slurpee Cup competition

The Prince Rupert boys under-14 team made the long trek to Kamloops on the Victoria Day Long Weekend.

BC Ferries not planning service reductions on northern routes to find $4.9 million in savings

BC Ferries announced last week it won't proceed with proposed service reductions on its major routes.

After a five-year hiatus, the Quickclimb will return in 2015.

Mount Hays Quickclimb returning in 2015

After a five-year hiatus, the Mount Hays Quickclimb is making its return in 2015.

After a five-year hiatus, the Quickclimb will return in 2015.

A weekend in the life of Prince Rupert

This weekend was, admittedly, the first in some time yours truly has worked the weekend coverage shift due to staff vacation schedules.