Max Winkelman

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Clearwater RCMP look for missing Alberta man

Wayne Theriault was last believed to have been seen on March 24

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A few COVID-19 considerations

The weekly editorial for the 100 Mile Free Press

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Yellow areas are under a fire ban. (Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy map)

Much of the Cariboo under open fire ban due to COVID-19

'No new fires may be initiated and no additional material may be added to existing fires'

Yellow areas are under a fire ban. (Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy map)
Canadian Mental Health Association logo. (Submitted image)

CMHA South Cariboo suggests reaching out to people who may be struggling

'We all need to pitch in to take care of those around us'

Canadian Mental Health Association logo. (Submitted image)
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From the archives of the 100 Mile Free Press

30 YEARS AGO (1990): 100 Mile House's downtown was set to undergo a mini-construction boom in the months ahead. A new mini-mall and jewelry store were in the works for Birch Avenue, according to John Moorlag of Canmar Engineering. Swiss Ski resort owner Thedy Brandli, a jeweller by trade and landed immigrant to Canada since the fall, purchased the property between Shields and Cariboo Travel for an undisclosed sum. He was looking to open a jewelry store withing the next two months, said Moorlag.

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BC Ambulances, such as the ones at the 100 Mile House ambulance station, are one of the reasons vehicle repair shops have to stay open. (Max Winkelman - 100 Mile Free Press)

Vehicle repair shop considered an essential service

'We're staying open to service BC Ambulance and anybody else, of course'

BC Ambulances, such as the ones at the 100 Mile House ambulance station, are one of the reasons vehicle repair shops have to stay open. (Max Winkelman - 100 Mile Free Press)
The 100 Mile House Food Bank is looking for donations. (File photo)

100 Mile Food Bank asks public for donations

Increased demand and less supply sees stocks low

The 100 Mile House Food Bank is looking for donations. (File photo)
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EDITORIAL: Let’s not be as dumb as the Yukon

The weekly editorial for the 100 Mile Free Press

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The South Cariboo Chamber of Commerce. (File photo)

Cariboo businesses among those feeling the impact of COVID-19

'A number of our members have closed their doors entirely'

The South Cariboo Chamber of Commerce. (File photo)
Planned blocks and treatment units on the 99 Mile Hill. (Steve Capling map)

Fuel break work at 99 Mile Hill may start as early as this summer

Flagging ribbon was placed in February

Planned blocks and treatment units on the 99 Mile Hill. (Steve Capling map)
The Share Shed in Lac la Hache is closed according to the Cariboo Regional District. (Submitted)

Lac la Hache Share Shed closed until further notice

Public encouraged to refrain from using all share sheds

The Share Shed in Lac la Hache is closed according to the Cariboo Regional District. (Submitted)
Daniel Broddy (owner), Jessica Patterson (grocery manager), Pauline Hansen (front end manager), Sandi Logan (produce manager), Steve Jacklin (packaged meat manager) are excited the FreshCo opened on Feb. 6. (Brendan Kyle Jure - 100 Mile Free Press)

100 Mile FreshCo adds dedicated hour for seniors and high-risk group

'For those that need to get out for essential supplies, let's make shopping a little easier'

Daniel Broddy (owner), Jessica Patterson (grocery manager), Pauline Hansen (front end manager), Sandi Logan (produce manager), Steve Jacklin (packaged meat manager) are excited the FreshCo opened on Feb. 6. (Brendan Kyle Jure - 100 Mile Free Press)
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100 Mile House cases of respiratory illness not COVID-19, says Interior Health

Testing will continue as a precautionary measure

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The Central Cariboo Transfer Station share shed (pictured in 2017) is closed. File photo.

Cariboo Regional District warns against using share sheds

Share shed at Central Cariboo Transfer Station has been closed

The Central Cariboo Transfer Station share shed (pictured in 2017) is closed. File photo.
Carefree Manor is asking family, friends and volunteers to refrain from visiting. (File photo)

COVID-19 precautions in the South Cariboo

Local groups are taking measures to minimize risk

Carefree Manor is asking family, friends and volunteers to refrain from visiting. (File photo)
Oliver Lythe looks to score during a game in Williams Lake. (Jeff Wang photo)

PSO basketball teams wins two away games

After winning two home games against Williams Lake in February, the Peter Skene Ogden Secondary School (PSO) junior varsity basketball team has managed two more wins in Williams Lake on Wednesday, March 4.

Oliver Lythe looks to score during a game in Williams Lake. (Jeff Wang photo)
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From the archives of the 100 Mile Free Press

40 YEARS AGO (1980): The B.C. Buildings Corporation's final price for the old works yard on the Cariboo Highway in 100 Mile House was $95,000. Mayor Ross Marks' response was "My advice is that they should go peddle it!" Council had earlier asked the BCBC to re-examine the figure which councillors referred to as "inflated" at a previous meeting when the BCBC quotation was first discussed. According to village administrator Bob Carter, the property had been appraised "in the low $60,000 range" and was then being assessed at $30,000.

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100 Mile House Wranglers (File photo)

Cyclone Taylor Cup preparations well underway

With the Cyclone Taylor Cup being just over a month away (April 15 to 19) preparations have been in full swing.

100 Mile House Wranglers (File photo)
The Wranglers during their last home game against the Chase Heat. (Millar Hill - 100 Mile Free Press)

Wranglers president comments on cancellation of season, Cyclone Taylor Cup

'At the end of the day, we have to do what's right to slow the spread of this virus'

The Wranglers during their last home game against the Chase Heat. (Millar Hill - 100 Mile Free Press)
The Chase Heat’s Gavin Mattey tries to muscle by the 100 Mile House Wranglers’ Jack Stewart to get puck past Wranglers’ goalie Jordan Wilde in game five of the teams’ playoff series on March 5, 2020. The game ended with a 4-1 win for the Wranglers, bringing the Heat’s playoff run to a close. (Rick Koch photo)
The Chase Heat’s Gavin Mattey tries to muscle by the 100 Mile House Wranglers’ Jack Stewart to get puck past Wranglers’ goalie Jordan Wilde in game five of the teams’ playoff series on March 5, 2020. The game ended with a 4-1 win for the Wranglers, bringing the Heat’s playoff run to a close. (Rick Koch photo)