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Coach Chris Van der Mark and the members of the champion senior girls basketball squad. (Tom Best photo)

Gryphons girls dominate in zone win

It's a bittersweet moment for Smithers basketball team as players graduate and coach moves on.

Coach Chris Van der Mark and the members of the champion senior girls basketball squad. (Tom Best photo)
Jay Myers, aka The Alkemist, has been developing a fan base in northern BC. He particularly enjoys performing in Terrace, Prince Rupert and Smithers. (Contributed photo)

Alkemist conjures one-man band shows

A unique performance is coming to Smithers, Williams Lake, Terrace and Prince Rupert.

Jay Myers, aka The Alkemist, has been developing a fan base in northern BC. He particularly enjoys performing in Terrace, Prince Rupert and Smithers. (Contributed photo)
Smithers choir Nova Borealis in New York City's Carnegie Hall. (Contributed photo)

A chance to sing in Italy

After Carnegie Hall, recruitment is on for Smithers choir trip to Florence, Verona and Venice

Smithers choir Nova Borealis in New York City's Carnegie Hall. (Contributed photo)
While some may consider dance less demanding than traditional sport, it requires all the athleticism and training that any sport at a high level needs. Throw in creativity and you have all the same demands that those sports show. Just ask Olivia Nixon. (Tom Best photo)

Creative Roots showcase their art and athleticism

Creative Roots Performing Arts dance group Showcase ahead of Quesnel competition.

While some may consider dance less demanding than traditional sport, it requires all the athleticism and training that any sport at a high level needs. Throw in creativity and you have all the same demands that those sports show. Just ask Olivia Nixon. (Tom Best photo)
Bryan and Sylvie Cheng have been playing classical music together most of their lives.

Brother-sister duo enjoy concert as much as their audience

Cheng2Duo's classic performance in Smithers wows hundreds in attendance.

Bryan and Sylvie Cheng have been playing classical music together most of their lives.
Upper Skeena Rec Centre now aiming for summer opening

Upper Skeena Rec Centre now aiming for summer opening

Now-$20-million year-round rec centre has pilot program expanding Indigenous programs

Upper Skeena Rec Centre now aiming for summer opening
Despite a number of injuries to starters which may have slowed the squad down, Smithers kept up their strong drive as they shot from outside and drove into the paint.  Haley Hanchard (2) worked through a leg

Photos: Triple win weekend

Smithers Gryphons look forward to some recovery time after their three-win homestand last weekend.

Despite a number of injuries to starters which may have slowed the squad down, Smithers kept up their strong drive as they shot from outside and drove into the paint.  Haley Hanchard (2) worked through a leg
Racers make a jump at the Mega X snow cross competition on Hudson Bay Mtn. Saturday. (Contributed photo)

Everything we need to enjoy all seasons

Tom insists on taking advantage of what the Bulkley Valley has to offer.

Racers make a jump at the Mega X snow cross competition on Hudson Bay Mtn. Saturday. (Contributed photo)
Left to Right: Dan Quinn, Pete Zedlacher, Paul Myrehaug, Debra Digiovanni.Tom Best photo

Evening full of chuckles, sniggers and belly laughs

Tom checks out the Snowed In Comedy Tour.

Left to Right: Dan Quinn, Pete Zedlacher, Paul Myrehaug, Debra Digiovanni.Tom Best photo
Even with the presence of the jolly man in the red suit behind the net, the Blues had great difficulty finding the back of the net.

Steelheads alumni charity game

One youngster in between periods even lost a tooth, looking like a Broadstreet Bully.

Even with the presence of the jolly man in the red suit behind the net, the Blues had great difficulty finding the back of the net.
Paul Myrehaug gets some yucks at a past Snowed In Comedy Tour stop in Smithers. He returns Jan. 4.Chris Gareau photo

Comedy tour blows in Jan. 4

A flurry of funny blows in to Smithers Friday with Snowed In Comedy Tour.

Paul Myrehaug gets some yucks at a past Snowed In Comedy Tour stop in Smithers. He returns Jan. 4.Chris Gareau photo
Jonathon Dieleman broke another Canadian record at the US National championships last weekend.Tom Best photo

Another national record for Dielemen on path to Tokyo

Quick's Jonathan Dielemen breaks record in the demanding 200 breaststroke long course.

Jonathon Dieleman broke another Canadian record at the US National championships last weekend.Tom Best photo
Roy Henry Vickers signing cards and calendars with his art in Hazelton during its Christmas celebration Dec. 12.Chris Gareau photo

Vickers nominated for Grammy

Hazeltons artist's work for Grateful Dead album art recognized.

Roy Henry Vickers signing cards and calendars with his art in Hazelton during its Christmas celebration Dec. 12.Chris Gareau photo
New black belt Luke Moisey (right) shows a sacrifice throw to bring an opponent down to the rear.Tom Best photo

Black belt 20 years in the making

Luke Moisey has been working out with the Smithers Judo Club for around 20 years

New black belt Luke Moisey (right) shows a sacrifice throw to bring an opponent down to the rear.Tom Best photo
The Fraser Institute gave Hazelton Secondary School the lowest ranking in B.C.

Hazelton wins consolation bracket at volleyball provincials

Hazelton Secondary girls go 3-4 in tight matches vs province's best.

The Fraser Institute gave Hazelton Secondary School the lowest ranking in B.C.
Tom Best photo

Carolfest

Carolfest a youthful celebration of holiday music

Tom Best photo
Members of the Smithers Saltos gymnastics club and their coach Marcel Dubroy wallow in their new foam pit. Dubroy says that this equipment is vital in the development of gymnastic athletes.Tom Best photo

Equipped to flip

New equipment helps Saltos gymnasts learn and have fun

Members of the Smithers Saltos gymnastics club and their coach Marcel Dubroy wallow in their new foam pit. Dubroy says that this equipment is vital in the development of gymnastic athletes.Tom Best photo
Members of the Smithers Prowlers and the Road Warriors put on a very competitive and enjoyable event last weekend. There was more than a little non-stop, exciting hockey action.submitted photo

Women’s hockey takes over

Smithers arena filled with women hockey teams.

Members of the Smithers Prowlers and the Road Warriors put on a very competitive and enjoyable event last weekend. There was more than a little non-stop, exciting hockey action.submitted photo
Balance and carving skills can be introduced in the gym with the special equipment that the BC Snowboard Association has available.Tom Best photo

Little riders get ready for the hill

Kindergarten to Grade 3 students at Muheim Elementary practise their snowboarding skills.

Balance and carving skills can be introduced in the gym with the special equipment that the BC Snowboard Association has available.Tom Best photo
Northern Hockey Lads fundraise for Asia/Europe trip

Northern Hockey Lads fundraise for Asia/Europe trip

Fundraiser Dec. 11 to send Bulkley Valley players around the world, with hope to bring world back.

Northern Hockey Lads fundraise for Asia/Europe trip