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Campaign signs line the infamous ‘sidewalk to nowhere’ in Smithers. (Marisca Bakker photo)

Smithers Councillor Candidates on keeping the town moving

Four people running for council discuss infrastructure concerns in the Town of Smithers

Campaign signs line the infamous ‘sidewalk to nowhere’ in Smithers. (Marisca Bakker photo)
Mayoral candidate Joe Bramsleven introduces himself during the debate while his competitor, Gladys Atrill looks on. (Marisca Bakker photo)

Byelection debate strikes civil tone

Smithers mayoral and councillor candidates cordially duked it out on Thursday night

Mayoral candidate Joe Bramsleven introduces himself during the debate while his competitor, Gladys Atrill looks on. (Marisca Bakker photo)
Candidates for Smithers council (from left) Sam Raven, Randy Bell, Mika Meyer, Colin Bateman. (Interior News graphic)

Council candidates agree Smithers has a housing problem; differ on solutions

Four people vying for the lone council seat weigh in on affordable housing

Candidates for Smithers council (from left) Sam Raven, Randy Bell, Mika Meyer, Colin Bateman. (Interior News graphic)
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Growing a garden dream dashed

Marisca tries to keep the hope alive during a pandemic for her children's sake

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Salmon Glacier, near Stewart, B.C. Must credit Fiona Anderson and contain a to https://www.facebook.com/triumphsocial/

Pretivm lobbies for relaxed rules at Hyder/Stewart border

Resource company says border closure hampering exploration efforts

Salmon Glacier, near Stewart, B.C. Must credit Fiona Anderson and contain a to https://www.facebook.com/triumphsocial/
Club director Lara Collingwood shows off the old pieces of foam from the foam pit. The club has recently purchased all new foam pieces for the pit. However, because of current health protocols, the foam pit can’t be used. (Marisca Bakker photo)

Smithers Saltos Gymnastics Club renovates gym

Inside and outside of building gets facelift and new equipment has been purchased

Club director Lara Collingwood shows off the old pieces of foam from the foam pit. The club has recently purchased all new foam pieces for the pit. However, because of current health protocols, the foam pit can’t be used. (Marisca Bakker photo)
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Predicting gender in pregnancy

Marisca examines old wives' tales for guessing the gender of in-utero babies

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Telkwa sign. (Josh Casey photo)

Telkwa considers sealcoating Skillhorn

There is movement to fix up a pot hole filled road

Telkwa sign. (Josh Casey photo)
Commercial Air Canada flights return to Smithers Regional Airport Oct. 1.

Air Canada officially back to Smithers Oct. 1

The airline will operate four flights per week on smaller planes

Commercial Air Canada flights return to Smithers Regional Airport Oct. 1.
Councillor Rick Fuerst (far right) speaks at the Remembrance Day ceremony in 2018. (File photo)

Another Telkwa councillor calls it quits

Councillor Rick Fuerst is the second Telkwa council member to hang up his hat since the 2018 election

Councillor Rick Fuerst (far right) speaks at the Remembrance Day ceremony in 2018. (File photo)
One of the first changes new owners, Steve and Angie Westgate, made to Canadian Tire in Smithers is expand the hours. (Marisca Bakker photo)

New Canadian Tire owners expand opening hours

Steve and Angie Westgate are loving the mountain town

One of the first changes new owners, Steve and Angie Westgate, made to Canadian Tire in Smithers is expand the hours. (Marisca Bakker photo)
BV Regional Pool and Recreation Centre (File photo)

Pool and Rec Centre reopens with precautions in place

Facilty is reopened but that doesn't mean you can pop in for a quick swim.

BV Regional Pool and Recreation Centre (File photo)
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Women spend more money than men, but it isn’t really their fault

Marisca's views on feminism changing

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Jessica Patrick’s grave, located at the at the Town of Smithers municipal cemetery. (File photo)

Jessica Patrick’s family still looking for answers

Patrick's body was found on Sept. 15 2018, two weeks after she was last seen alive.

Jessica Patrick’s grave, located at the at the Town of Smithers municipal cemetery. (File photo)
(Marisca Bakker photo)

Skate Jam

Photos from Monday's skateboarding competition

(Marisca Bakker photo)
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Supporting breastfeeding during the pandemic

Marisca stands behind nursing mamas but not keyboard warriors

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Gathering to worship, but at what cost?

Do you remember the nursery rhyme where you put your hands together in a prayer position and say 'Here is the church' and you open up your hands and say 'here are the people'? It almost seems archaic now as churches have been empty since the pandemic hit in March. However, some churches in town are opening up again and holding in-person services, but with safety plans in place.

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BC Hydro sign in front of their building on Keith Ave., Terrace B.C. on May 28, 2020. (Ben Bogstie)

Grants allow for programs to expand and continue during COVID

BC Hydro gives money to support local youth

BC Hydro sign in front of their building on Keith Ave., Terrace B.C. on May 28, 2020. (Ben Bogstie)
Cyclists ride to a fundraiser for Cycle 16. (Marisca Bakker photo)

Recent Hwy 16 cyclist death underscores need for safe biking solution

Cycle 16 continues fundraising, planning for a dedicated paved trail from Smithers to Telkwa

Cyclists ride to a fundraiser for Cycle 16. (Marisca Bakker photo)
Joel Veenstra receives 2017 Smithers Mens Northern Open Overall Low Gross Trophy from Club Pro Lance Barber in 2017

Northern Men’s Open starts Friday

Smithers Golf and Country Club hosts biggest tournament of the year

Joel Veenstra receives 2017 Smithers Mens Northern Open Overall Low Gross Trophy from Club Pro Lance Barber in 2017