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Downtown accident leaves driver in shock

It happened Wednesday afternoon.

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A map showing where the District plans to do infrastructure maintenance, along with the type of maintenance. (OpenStreetMap/ Open Database Licence base map)
A map showing where the District plans to do infrastructure maintenance, along with the type of maintenance. (OpenStreetMap/ Open Database Licence base map)
A young couple walks through the Othello Tunnels just outside of Hope on a Sunday. Jessica Peters/ Black Press

BC govt puts out two notices for drivers on long weekend

The releases speak to parking at a provincial park and delays on the Coquihalla Highway.

A young couple walks through the Othello Tunnels just outside of Hope on a Sunday. Jessica Peters/ Black Press
Hope and District Chamber of Commerce secretary Sharlene Harrison-Hinds holds up a copy of the Safe Streets Act beside a “no panhandling or loitering” window decal last Friday. The Chamber plans to distribute these to businesses and residents. (X. Y. Zeng photo)

Chamber gives anti-panhandling decals

They have 200 to give away.

Hope and District Chamber of Commerce secretary Sharlene Harrison-Hinds holds up a copy of the Safe Streets Act beside a “no panhandling or loitering” window decal last Friday. The Chamber plans to distribute these to businesses and residents. (X. Y. Zeng photo)
Communities in Bloom judges Vania Bowman (second from right) and Bruce Hobin (last on right) tour Pearl Martin’s garden trail system. Martin’s neighbours, Verena (in pink) and Julius Brysch (in T-shirt), have worked on the trail system and gave the judges a tour on July 18. Hope Communities in Bloom chairperson Victor Smith stands on the left. (X. Y. Zeng photo)

Hope Communities in Bloom shoots for a five-bloom rating

"We always expect to win."

Communities in Bloom judges Vania Bowman (second from right) and Bruce Hobin (last on right) tour Pearl Martin’s garden trail system. Martin’s neighbours, Verena (in pink) and Julius Brysch (in T-shirt), have worked on the trail system and gave the judges a tour on July 18. Hope Communities in Bloom chairperson Victor Smith stands on the left. (X. Y. Zeng photo)
Six backpackers joined Hope Mountain Centre’s Women’s Beginner Backpacking course from last Friday to last Sunday. They received guidance and tips from leaders Kelley Cook (left) and Kim Tiessen (second from right). (Hope Mountain Centre photo)

Women-only backpacking trip teaches history and skills

Six backpackers went with three instructors to learn backpacking.

Six backpackers joined Hope Mountain Centre’s Women’s Beginner Backpacking course from last Friday to last Sunday. They received guidance and tips from leaders Kelley Cook (left) and Kim Tiessen (second from right). (Hope Mountain Centre photo)
Construction at the Hope and District Recreation Centre on June 5. (X. Y. Zeng photo)

Rec centre upgrades complete by Friday

A grand opening is scheduled for later.

Construction at the Hope and District Recreation Centre on June 5. (X. Y. Zeng photo)
Fire burns a forested area on Jason Road on Wednesday evening. Hope Fire Department put it out before it spread further. (Tom DeSorcy photo)

Hope Fire Department puts out workshop fire

The fire had spread into the forest.

Fire burns a forested area on Jason Road on Wednesday evening. Hope Fire Department put it out before it spread further. (Tom DeSorcy photo)
Hope firefighters (from left) Richard Wells, Dave Hick and Ray Hartt pose for a photo in Williams Lake. Hick has replaced Wells on Monday, after Wells finished a six-day rotation. Hartt remained there. (Submitted photo)

SAR, firefighters contribute to provincial effort

Wildfires are surrounding Hope in all directions except south, but that has not stopped community members from heading in the direction of danger to assist in provincial efforts.

Hope firefighters (from left) Richard Wells, Dave Hick and Ray Hartt pose for a photo in Williams Lake. Hick has replaced Wells on Monday, after Wells finished a six-day rotation. Hartt remained there. (Submitted photo)
Fraser-Nicola MLA Jacke Tegart (third from left) speaks with attendees of the first Coffee and Conversation event at the Blue Moose Coffee House on Friday, July 14. (Lori Pilon photo)

Fires, infrastructure, government among topics discussed with MLA

Fraser-Nicola MLA Jackie Tegart hosted her first coffee session on July 14.

Fraser-Nicola MLA Jacke Tegart (third from left) speaks with attendees of the first Coffee and Conversation event at the Blue Moose Coffee House on Friday, July 14. (Lori Pilon photo)
BC Wildfire Services active wildfire interactive map on Monday evening.

No fire located near Boston Bar despite ping on wildfire map

Boston Bar/North Bend Volunteer Fire Department fire chief Eric Phibbs has put out a statement saying that they were called out on Monday morning to investigate a possible fire in the vicinity of Keefers Station.

BC Wildfire Services active wildfire interactive map on Monday evening.

Hope health committee meeting introduces new Fraser Health mental health website

The Hope and Area Health Communities Committee meeting was held on May 30.

Hope Secondary School sees little change in new Fraser Institute rankings

The school moved up by 0.3 points compared to last year.

AdvantageHOPE seeks new executive director

AdvantageHOPE announced on June 1 in a press release that the role will see a transition.

A carving of an eagle in front of the Owl Street Cafe. Police said the carving has been stolen. (Facebook photo)

Carving stolen from outside Owl Street Cafe

Police are seeking information.

A carving of an eagle in front of the Owl Street Cafe. Police said the carving has been stolen. (Facebook photo)

District annual report reviews 2016 and charts 2017

Six goals were highlighted.

Developments abound at May 23 council

More houses, more commerical activity coming up

Future of 753 Water System presented

Costs, implications were talked about at the May 8 presentation.

Green looks to federal election

Hope resident Arthur Green is preparing for the 2019 federal election.

Rona gets new owners, looks to expansion

The expansion promises more choices for Hope residents and contractors.