Martina Perry

There will be plenty of adventure on the high seas as the CHSS drama department presents the Pirates of Penzance  beginning tomorrow.

CHSS presenting a tale of love … and piracy

A young man faced with a hard decision; The woman he loves or the gang of pirates he has called family all of his life?

There will be plenty of adventure on the high seas as the CHSS drama department presents the Pirates of Penzance  beginning tomorrow.
The Crestview route is one that will be seeing changes following approval from council.

Council pondering increase to transit fares, approve route changes

The City of Prince Rupert approved BC Transit route changes, but will wait until later this month to decide on potential fare alterations.

The Crestview route is one that will be seeing changes following approval from council.

Rice welcomes IAC report

North Coast MLA Jennifer Rice said a report highlights the government’s legal obligation to prevent violence against indigenous women.

Dawn Banser, a public health nurse with Northern Health, vaccinates her co-worker Kim Hughes. Northern Health will be providing free influenza immunizations at Prince Rupert Community Health every Monday, Wednesday and Friday between 1 and 4 p.m. until spring, with residents being encouraged to drop in to get their shot.

Flu season mild compared to last year’s numbers

While other parts of the province are experiencing high volumes of influenza cases, the Northern Health region is having a mild flu season.

Dawn Banser, a public health nurse with Northern Health, vaccinates her co-worker Kim Hughes. Northern Health will be providing free influenza immunizations at Prince Rupert Community Health every Monday, Wednesday and Friday between 1 and 4 p.m. until spring, with residents being encouraged to drop in to get their shot.
Ken Veldman, Prince Rupert Port Authority director of public affairs, spoke about the Port of Prince Rupert's economic impact study when it was released at a Jan. 19-event.

Growing trade through Port of Prince Rupert boosts Northwest employment numbers

Port of Prince Rupert employment has grown significantly, with the effects being felt by federal, provincial and municipal governments.

Ken Veldman, Prince Rupert Port Authority director of public affairs, spoke about the Port of Prince Rupert's economic impact study when it was released at a Jan. 19-event.

Prince Rupert forming committees to tackle housing, business growth

The City of Prince Rupert will be forming committees to address housing issues and expanding business in the community.

Northwest Community College volunteers Michael Standbridge and Brittany Fenwick helped collect water samples on Jan. 9.

Radiation testing underway in Prince Rupert

Volunteers are helping estimate public health risks of radioactive isotopes drifting from the Fukushima nuclear power plant.

Northwest Community College volunteers Michael Standbridge and Brittany Fenwick helped collect water samples on Jan. 9.
Air Canada passengers were stuck at the Prince Rupert Airport for 10 hours.

Passengers stranded at airport for 10 hours

Prince Rupert’s Sheryl Sadorski is upset her parents and other Air Canada passengers were “held hostage” at YPR for more than eight hours.

Air Canada passengers were stuck at the Prince Rupert Airport for 10 hours.

City to consider bumping Prince Rupert mayor up to full time

The City of Prince Rupert will consider changing the mayor's position to full-time during upcoming budget discussions.

Commercial fisherman pleads guilty to Fisheries Act violation

After pleading guilty to a Fisheries Act violation, a Prince Rupert commercial fishermen was fined and ordered to forfeit his landed catch.

Rice encouraging constituents to apply for Rural Advisory Council

Applications are being accepted for B.C.'s Rural Advisory Council, with North Coast MLA Jennifer Rice encouraging her constituents to apply.

Business excellence award nominations now being accepted

The nomination period for the 2014 Prince Rupert and District Chamber of Commerce (PRDCC) Business Excellence Awards are now open.

Tragedy underlined service need

A lack of services for children with autism and their families was highlighted by a tragic incident in Prince Rupert earlier this year.

Stakeholders: Digby Island Ferry not a hinderance

A report states the Digby Island Ferry could prevent workers from using Prince Rupert Airport, but stakeholders believe there are solutions.

CHSS students celebrated the completion of their clay dishes with food from Fukasaku. Pictured is Tasha Parker, left, students Vernon Gregorie, Brian Fitzgerald, Breanne Moore, Taylor Bryant, Thomas Lavigne, Amanda Wheatley and Gwen Wiley, Fukasaku owner Dai Fukasaku, right, and chef Charles Gerein, back.

Historical art to remember

Charles Hays Secondary art teacher Tasha Parker gave her Grades 9/10 and Grades 11/12 classes lessons to remember.

CHSS students celebrated the completion of their clay dishes with food from Fukasaku. Pictured is Tasha Parker, left, students Vernon Gregorie, Brian Fitzgerald, Breanne Moore, Taylor Bryant, Thomas Lavigne, Amanda Wheatley and Gwen Wiley, Fukasaku owner Dai Fukasaku, right, and chef Charles Gerein, back.
Pathways to Success (P2S) participants celebrated the completion of the six-week program at a Dec. 18 ceremony, after officially graduating on Dec. 12.  Pathways to Success started in November at the Coastal Training Centre with 14 individuals being able to obtain a number of workplace skills throughout the program. The program was put on in partnership with Aboriginal Mentoring and Training Association (AMTA), BG Group, Hecate Strait Employment Development Society, Lax Kw’alaams Band and Metlakatla First Nation. Pathways to Success is an award-winning workplace skills development program developed for Aboriginal people by Aboriginal people. What is billed as a “transforming journey” not only focuses on basic workplace skills but also offers programs such as: Transportation of dangerous goods, Fire Safety, WHMIS, H2S Alive, Bear Aware, Construction Safety Training Systems, OFA Level 1, Transportation Endorsement, Life Skills, Essential Skills Upgrading, Numerical Upgrading, Documents and Numeracy Upgrading, Money Makes Sense and Serving it Right.

Pathways to Success participants celebrate program completion

Pathways to Success participants celebrated the completion of the six-week program at a Dec. 18 ceremony.

Pathways to Success (P2S) participants celebrated the completion of the six-week program at a Dec. 18 ceremony, after officially graduating on Dec. 12.  Pathways to Success started in November at the Coastal Training Centre with 14 individuals being able to obtain a number of workplace skills throughout the program. The program was put on in partnership with Aboriginal Mentoring and Training Association (AMTA), BG Group, Hecate Strait Employment Development Society, Lax Kw’alaams Band and Metlakatla First Nation. Pathways to Success is an award-winning workplace skills development program developed for Aboriginal people by Aboriginal people. What is billed as a “transforming journey” not only focuses on basic workplace skills but also offers programs such as: Transportation of dangerous goods, Fire Safety, WHMIS, H2S Alive, Bear Aware, Construction Safety Training Systems, OFA Level 1, Transportation Endorsement, Life Skills, Essential Skills Upgrading, Numerical Upgrading, Documents and Numeracy Upgrading, Money Makes Sense and Serving it Right.

Brain, MacDonald looking ahead

Prince Rupert Mayor Lee Brain and Port Edward Mayor Dave MacDonald are feeling optimistic about the coming year.

Rupert First Nation student improvements highlight report

Sandra Jones, superintendent of SD52, recently presented a report on student achievement that showed many areas of improvement in 2013/14.

MP Nathan Cullen not surprised by LNG delays

Nathan Cullen isn't surprised that final investment decisions on LNG have been halted.

Geoff Greenwell stands in front of the former Bethel-First Bapist Church, which has been purchased to turn into a workers accommodation camp.

Worker, senior accommodations planned at former church in Prince Rupert

What was formerly a place of worship may help alleviate housing shortages in Prince Rupert.

Geoff Greenwell stands in front of the former Bethel-First Bapist Church, which has been purchased to turn into a workers accommodation camp.