Pat Kelly

A LITTLE PERSPECTIVE – Internet networking our community

Facebook is proving an effective way to fundraise for the small village of Midway.

A LITTLE PERSPECTIVE – Where did the fairies go?

There are benefits that come when the stud does stick to your dental work.

Councillor Marguerite Rotvold looks on as Richard Dunsdon and administrator Penny Feist review a map during last week's council meeting.

Midway Council briefs – RCMP officer introduces himself

Midway council vote themselves a raise - their first in three years and other happenings at the council table.

Councillor Marguerite Rotvold looks on as Richard Dunsdon and administrator Penny Feist review a map during last week's council meeting.
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Road checks net impaired driver

“In whole the general public were thankful to see members keeping the roads safe during the holiday season,” said RCMP Cpl. Judson Mayes.

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Picture of last year's Boundary Dog Sled Classics Sprint Races on Jewel Lake - file photo.

Dog sled races cancelled

2014 races cancelled when the weather didn't cooperate this year - leaving puddles and slouch under the snow on Jewel Lake.

Picture of last year's Boundary Dog Sled Classics Sprint Races on Jewel Lake - file photo.

Nurse practitioner hired for clinic

A nurse practitioner will begin working three days a week out of the Rock Creek Medical Clinic in late January.

2014 was the Year of the Ice Bucket Challenge - and so much more. Read on ….

2014 Year in Review

A look back over the past 12 months as seen by the Boundary Creek Times.

2014 was the Year of the Ice Bucket Challenge - and so much more. Read on ….

A LITTLE PERSPECTIVE – Year in Review can surprise

A look back at the year that was in the West Boundary.

Janet Matsalla (right) presents Caroline Parton of Midway with 16 $25 gift certificates after Parton’sname  was drawn in the Boundary Creek Times Christmas Shopping Spree. The $400 in gift certificates are good in any of the five sponsoring  businesses: McMynn Family Foods, Pourboys Mechanical, Greenwood City Foods, McMynn Timber Mart and Freeman’s Country Supply.

Parton claims $400

Caroline Parton of Midway won the Time's Christmas Shopping Spree sponsored by McMynn's, Pourboys, Greenwood City Foods, and Freeman’s.

Janet Matsalla (right) presents Caroline Parton of Midway with 16 $25 gift certificates after Parton’sname  was drawn in the Boundary Creek Times Christmas Shopping Spree. The $400 in gift certificates are good in any of the five sponsoring  businesses: McMynn Family Foods, Pourboys Mechanical, Greenwood City Foods, McMynn Timber Mart and Freeman’s Country Supply.
Presenting the winners of the year’s Business Excellence and Community Service Awards: Jake  Raven (Whispers of Hope), Michael Dean (Gaia Green products), Kayla Sebastian (Wooden Spoon  Bistro & Bake Shop), Ted Fogg (gallery 2), Phil Sweeny (Roxul Inc.), Edie Raspberry (Jazzercise),  Greg Starchuk (Tool Time), Dave Bachmier (Neighbours Computers), and Chantal Dandy (Dandy Plumbing & Gas Fitting).

Business and service awards presented

The 2014 Business Excellence Awards and Community Service Awards were presented at the Grand Forks Curling Rink.

Presenting the winners of the year’s Business Excellence and Community Service Awards: Jake  Raven (Whispers of Hope), Michael Dean (Gaia Green products), Kayla Sebastian (Wooden Spoon  Bistro & Bake Shop), Ted Fogg (gallery 2), Phil Sweeny (Roxul Inc.), Edie Raspberry (Jazzercise),  Greg Starchuk (Tool Time), Dave Bachmier (Neighbours Computers), and Chantal Dandy (Dandy Plumbing & Gas Fitting).
Presenting the 2014 City of Grand Forks Volunteers of the Year.

Volunteers of the Year honoured

The City of Grand Forks recognized eight individuals for their exceptional volunteer service.

Presenting the 2014 City of Grand Forks Volunteers of the Year.
Following presentation of the 2014 Boundary Communities Vital Signs report, those who attended the launch were asked to share thoughts with their neighbour in the next chair. What may have surprised you about the finding of the 2014 Vital Signs Report? Where do see you might be able to help? What excites or energizes you into action?

Vital Signs report released

A year in the making, the 2014 Vital Signs report on the Boundary has been released.

Following presentation of the 2014 Boundary Communities Vital Signs report, those who attended the launch were asked to share thoughts with their neighbour in the next chair. What may have surprised you about the finding of the 2014 Vital Signs Report? Where do see you might be able to help? What excites or energizes you into action?

Bruins pick up the pace

The team has picked up the pace and it's exactly what was needed, said coach Brad Snyder.

Deer inspire exclamations of awe, but some see them as a nuisance. The question of a cull will be on the November ballot.

Minister promises committee on urban wildlife

The number of deer in Grand Forks is up from previous counts.

Deer inspire exclamations of awe, but some see them as a nuisance. The question of a cull will be on the November ballot.

Police invitate improvised explosive device

Police briefs of the past week include theft, and vehicle search.

Fred and Jane Marshall.

Marshalls recognized for woodlot management

Fred and Jane Marshall have been recognized for their commitment to stewardship and innovative marketing practices in woodlot management

Fred and Jane Marshall.

Kettle River Watershed management plan nearly ready

Work is on track for the first watershed management plan for the Kettle River to be released this September.

School district Secretary-Treasurer Jeanette Hanlon speaks to the board at their monthly meeting held last month in Midway

SD51: Staffing levels stay the same

Staffing levels will remain the same as last year, the board of School District 51 was told
at their regular monthly meeting on April 15

School district Secretary-Treasurer Jeanette Hanlon speaks to the board at their monthly meeting held last month in Midway

Greenwood projects come in over budget

Greenwood City Administrator Robin Dalziel told council they should expect projects to come in over budget

Darryll Davies (left) and James Charles trap Tinsel the bear cub for transport to Smithers.

Yuletide tale of Tinsel’s rescue has happy ending

The story of an orphaned bear cub found in a chicken coop near Midway has made world news.

Darryll Davies (left) and James Charles trap Tinsel the bear cub for transport to Smithers.