Margaret Speirs

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A local committee says it is very pleased that the provincial government has set aside protected areas for grizzlies.

Protected grizzly areas closer to approval

The provincial move closer to legislating protected areas for grizzly habitat has a local lobbying and land group very pleased.

A local committee says it is very pleased that the provincial government has set aside protected areas for grizzlies.
CITY of Terrace bylaw officer Dwayne Sheppard examines one of many trees cut illegally along the Skeena River.

Illegal tree faller sought in Terrace, B.C.

Part of the area affected is zoned parks and recreation by the city

CITY of Terrace bylaw officer Dwayne Sheppard examines one of many trees cut illegally along the Skeena River.
Parking downtown on weekdays generally isn't too much of a problem as the busiest time is around lunch hour when 30 per cent of the spots are full, according to a parking study underway. On weekends the busiest time is in the early afternoon with only 20 per cent of the spots taken.

Plenty of downtown parking in Terrace, B.C., study finds

Peak time for parking on weekdays is during the lunch hour and in the early afternoon.

Parking downtown on weekdays generally isn't too much of a problem as the busiest time is around lunch hour when 30 per cent of the spots are full, according to a parking study underway. On weekends the busiest time is in the early afternoon with only 20 per cent of the spots taken.

Explosives company looks to set up shop in Terrace, B.C.

Consbec Inc. wants to manufacture as well as store explosives

NICOLE Halbauer was one of four people running for the NDP nomination in the provincial Skeena riding.

Unsuccessful northwestern B.C. NDP candidate won’t run as independent

Nicole Halbauer to focus on finishing her MBA program

NICOLE Halbauer was one of four people running for the NDP nomination in the provincial Skeena riding.

Terrace hockey hosts receive ice rental reduction

Tier 3 provincial midget tournament taking place here end of March

PARK Ave. resident Al McGowan is worried that a pool of water next to his house will drain into his basement.

Pooling water worries Terrace, B.C. homeowner

Alan McGowan's worried the water will find its way into his basement

PARK Ave. resident Al McGowan is worried that a pool of water next to his house will drain into his basement.
AERIAL shot of Terrace, B.C.

Terrace city councillors get marching orders for the new year

Councillors assigned to city committees and community groups

AERIAL shot of Terrace, B.C.
REZONING to allow the Cedars Motel in Terrace to be converted into affordable housing units has received the blessing of Terrace council.

Terrace council gives thumbs up to affordable housing project

Cedars Motel rezoning given unanimous approval by council members

REZONING to allow the Cedars Motel in Terrace to be converted into affordable housing units has received the blessing of Terrace council.
The Terrace Aquatic Centre upgrade is the biggest part of the City of Terrace budget for capital projects, estimated at $5.5 million, but eased by a $4.3 million federal gas tax rebate.

Terrace B.C. taxes to hike three per cent

City taxes are projected to increase three per cent in 2017, decided Terrace council in setting a provisional budget for the year.

The Terrace Aquatic Centre upgrade is the biggest part of the City of Terrace budget for capital projects, estimated at $5.5 million, but eased by a $4.3 million federal gas tax rebate.
THORNHILL deputy Fire Chief Christopher England stands by a house number clearly posted and that is reflective so it shows up at night, something that’s needed more in certain areas of Thornhill. Time is of the essence in emergency situations, and not having a clearly posted house number can cause confusion and waste time for emergency responders rushing to an address. Residents are being asked to ensure their homes have a house number posted that’s easy to find.

House numbers crucial for northwestern B.C. rural areas

Knowing where to go saves precious time for emergency responders

THORNHILL deputy Fire Chief Christopher England stands by a house number clearly posted and that is reflective so it shows up at night, something that’s needed more in certain areas of Thornhill. Time is of the essence in emergency situations, and not having a clearly posted house number can cause confusion and waste time for emergency responders rushing to an address. Residents are being asked to ensure their homes have a house number posted that’s easy to find.
Thornhill deputy Fire Chief Christopher England stands by a house number that is clearly posted and reflective so it shows up at night, something that’s needed more in certain areas of Thornhill.

Emergency responders need house numbers clearly posted in Thornhill, B.C.

Imagine a fire ignites in your residence and you call 911, provide your address, and the fire engine just drives past your place.

Thornhill deputy Fire Chief Christopher England stands by a house number that is clearly posted and reflective so it shows up at night, something that’s needed more in certain areas of Thornhill.
TERRACE Public LIbrary head librarian David Tremblay stands under the new roof overhang.

Overhang increases safety at Terrace, B.C. library

Windows along the west and north sides of the library are being fixed too.

TERRACE Public LIbrary head librarian David Tremblay stands under the new roof overhang.
SCREEN shot of video taken of arrest by Terrace RCMP officer in 2014.

Terrace RCMP officer sentenced for assault

Incident dates back to 2014 and was recorded on cellphone

SCREEN shot of video taken of arrest by Terrace RCMP officer in 2014.
Terrace, B.C city councillor Michael Prevost recently prompted a search into the origin of the talking sticks behind him.

Terrace, B.C. search underway for talking sticks origin

The artifacts were first presented to Terrace city council in 1964

Terrace, B.C city councillor Michael Prevost recently prompted a search into the origin of the talking sticks behind him.
A Terrace Downtown Improvement Association (TDIA) member strings lights onto the tree next to the library on the corner of Kalum St. and Park Ave. on Dec. 5.

Terrace, B.C. taxation bylaw shelved for now

Business group who wanted the bylaw will return in new year with new plan, more information

A Terrace Downtown Improvement Association (TDIA) member strings lights onto the tree next to the library on the corner of Kalum St. and Park Ave. on Dec. 5.
TERRACE city councillor Michael Prevost recently prompted a search into the origin of the talking sticks behind him.

Search underway into origin of talking sticks

The search has begun into the origins of two talking sticks presented to the city when the city hall was officially opened back in 1964.

TERRACE city councillor Michael Prevost recently prompted a search into the origin of the talking sticks behind him.
'Welcome to Thornhill' sign will tell story of Tom Thornhill after whom the community is named.

New ‘Welcome to Thornhill’ sign being crafted

It'll tell story of Tom Thornhill, after whom the northwestern B.C. community is named

'Welcome to Thornhill' sign will tell story of Tom Thornhill after whom the community is named.
TERRACE city councillor James Cordeiro presses the switch to light up the large tree at the corner of Lakelse and Emerson last year at the Festival of Lights, one of the activities sponsored by the Terrace Improvement Area Association.

Business group aims to clear up taxation plan confusion

The Terrace Area Improvement Association wants to double budget, increase services

TERRACE city councillor James Cordeiro presses the switch to light up the large tree at the corner of Lakelse and Emerson last year at the Festival of Lights, one of the activities sponsored by the Terrace Improvement Area Association.
Dease Lake RCMP are looking for Anthony Adevai, 70, whose abandoned vehicle was found near Kinaskan Lake just off Hwy 37 North south of Iskut, B.C.

Man is missing in remote area of northwestern B.C.

He's 70 and his family says he suffers from Alzheimer's disease

Dease Lake RCMP are looking for Anthony Adevai, 70, whose abandoned vehicle was found near Kinaskan Lake just off Hwy 37 North south of Iskut, B.C.