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Justine Hama is one of this year’s Cariboo Idols performing in Williams Lake.

New direction for Cariboo Idol

Robert Fry of CaribooRadio.com brought five of this year’s eight Cariboo Idol 2015 entertainers to the Aug. 13 Performances in the Park.

Justine Hama is one of this year’s Cariboo Idols performing in Williams Lake.
7-7 Ranch celebrates 20th jamboree

7-7 Ranch celebrates 20th jamboree

Ruth and Charlie Travers rolled out the red carpet on Aug. 8 and 9 for their 20th annual gospel jamboree.

7-7 Ranch celebrates 20th jamboree
Pharis and Jason Romero (from right) perform with Marin Patenaude and Ciel Patenaude, along with (not pictured) Brent Morton, Brandon Hoffman and Mark Jenkins during the 10th annual Arts on the Fly in Horsefly July 10-11.

Arts on the Fly festival in the books

The Arts on the Fly music festival July 10-11 was another huge success.

Pharis and Jason Romero (from right) perform with Marin Patenaude and Ciel Patenaude, along with (not pictured) Brent Morton, Brandon Hoffman and Mark Jenkins during the 10th annual Arts on the Fly in Horsefly July 10-11.
Fisheries biologist Paddy Smith has been working in the Mount Polley Mine region for 15 years.

Fisheries biologist concerned about impact of leaving mine tailings sludge in Hazeltine Creek

At least one fisheries biologist in the region is concerned about the long-term impact of leaving tailings sludge in Hazeltine Creek.

Fisheries biologist Paddy Smith has been working in the Mount Polley Mine region for 15 years.
Ruth Travers (left),  Lana Birchwater, Charlene Travers and Carolyn Knobel singing a cappella at the 19th annual 7-7 Gospel Jamboree.

Gospel jamboree tradition continues

The 19th Annual 7-7 Gospel Jamboree happened last weekend at Cochin Lake in the Chilcotin.

Ruth Travers (left),  Lana Birchwater, Charlene Travers and Carolyn Knobel singing a cappella at the 19th annual 7-7 Gospel Jamboree.
Rosanne and Stan Siemens of Quesnel were boating on Quesnel Lake and couldn’t believe their eyes when they saw the massive debris pile from the breach of the Mount Polley Mine tailings pond.

Likely residents fear the worst after Mount Polley Mine disaster

A pall of uncertainty hangs over Likely as a total breach in the Mount Polley tailings pond continues to pour Quesnel Lake.

Rosanne and Stan Siemens of Quesnel were boating on Quesnel Lake and couldn’t believe their eyes when they saw the massive debris pile from the breach of the Mount Polley Mine tailings pond.
Former Yunesit’in chief Ivor Myers (second from right) drumming at a gathering last summer, lost everything in a house fire a month ago.

Fundraiser coming up for fire victims

Friends of former Yunesit’in Chief Ivor Myers are pitching in to raise funds to help him and his family get back on their feet.

Former Yunesit’in chief Ivor Myers (second from right) drumming at a gathering last summer, lost everything in a house fire a month ago.
Interior Health board member Rosanna McGreggor (centre) signs the new health care letter of understanding with Esdilagh (Alexandria) Chief Bernie Mack as  Tl’etinqox Chief Joe Alphonse looks on (left). Pictured behind them are Chief Russell Myers Ross (left), Chief Roger William, Chief Francis Laceese, and Chief Percy Guichon.

Tsilhqot’in chiefs sign health care letter of understanding

The Tsilhqot’in First Nation and Interior Health Authority (IHA) signed a letter of understanding (LOU) on Aug. 21.

Interior Health board member Rosanna McGreggor (centre) signs the new health care letter of understanding with Esdilagh (Alexandria) Chief Bernie Mack as  Tl’etinqox Chief Joe Alphonse looks on (left). Pictured behind them are Chief Russell Myers Ross (left), Chief Roger William, Chief Francis Laceese, and Chief Percy Guichon.
Union of B.C. Indian Chiefs vice-president, Bob Chamberlin (left) with Anaham Chief Joe Alphonse at his side talks about the need to protect B.C. wild salmon stocks during a First Nations gathering last week in the Chilcotin.

UBC Indian Chiefs vice-president urges protection of wild salmon

Union of BC Indian Chiefs vice-president Bob Chamberlin Chilko sockeye salmon face a danger from fish farms on the BC coast.

Union of B.C. Indian Chiefs vice-president, Bob Chamberlin (left) with Anaham Chief Joe Alphonse at his side talks about the need to protect B.C. wild salmon stocks during a First Nations gathering last week in the Chilcotin.
Wyatt Klopp chats with Sue Hemphill during his presentation.

Impact of pine beetle on environment researched

Impact of pine beetle on environment research topic of presentation at Scout Island Nature Centre.

Wyatt Klopp chats with Sue Hemphill during his presentation.

Tsi Del Del Enterprises celebrates 20 years

First Nations logging company celebrates 20 years of success.

Dave (left) and Allison Altherr and Brian Sawyer jammed with Michael Butterfield (not pictured) at a house concert held last week at the Sawyer home where songs from Debbie’s new album were introduced.

Allison Altherr songs introduced at Williams Lake house concert

Debbie Allison Altherr has been performing her bluesy-style music in Williams Lake and the Cariboo Chilcotin for many years now.

Dave (left) and Allison Altherr and Brian Sawyer jammed with Michael Butterfield (not pictured) at a house concert held last week at the Sawyer home where songs from Debbie’s new album were introduced.
he Tequila Mockingbird Orchestra with Ian Griffiths on accordion (left), Peter Mynett on bass, and Patrick M’Gonigle on fiddle.

Tequila Mockingbird Orchestra performance a hit

The Tequila Mockingbird Orchestra performed at a house concert hosted by Martin Comtois at his place on Cameron Street Saturday, June 16.

he Tequila Mockingbird Orchestra with Ian Griffiths on accordion (left), Peter Mynett on bass, and Patrick M’Gonigle on fiddle.
RE/MAX realtor George Meilleur includes “quick response” codes on his real-estate signs. Those with iPhones or Smartphones can scan the codes and be taken to Meilleur’s website where they can find further information on the property in question.

George Meilleur — realtor on the cutting edge

“Never judge a book by its cover,” says RE/MAX realtor George Meilleur (pronounced Meyer).

RE/MAX realtor George Meilleur includes “quick response” codes on his real-estate signs. Those with iPhones or Smartphones can scan the codes and be taken to Meilleur’s website where they can find further information on the property in question.
Sam Tudor, 16, entertains at his CD release party Saturday night. Two other musicians, Brent Morton of Drum and Bell Tower and Jason and Pharis Romero, also introduced their new CDs the same evening.

Three CDs launched Saturday

Martin Comtois did what he does best on Saturday, Sept. 10.

Sam Tudor, 16, entertains at his CD release party Saturday night. Two other musicians, Brent Morton of Drum and Bell Tower and Jason and Pharis Romero, also introduced their new CDs the same evening.