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Burns Lake is one of six to get full time permanent paramedics

Eight paramedics will be needed to ensure the around the clock presence in Burns Lake

  • Sep 1, 2021

Cleanfarms is doing their part for the environment

Pilot program is in place to recycle agriculture plastics

  • Sep 1, 2021

Early retirement chosen by forestry workers

Province-wide incentive program began in 2019

  • Sep 1, 2021

Houston to get eight full time paramedics

Eight paramedics are what's needed to staff one of the station's two ambulances 24 hours a day

  • Sep 1, 2021

Tourism in Houston was busy in July and August

Big jump in tourism numbers from previous months

  • Sep 1, 2021

Two officers representing Houston in Cops for Cancer

Deputy Sheriff from Smithers is also participating in the event

  • Sep 1, 2021

Utility line project becoming very complicated

There's a meeting this week to discuss scheduling

  • Sep 1, 2021

Village of Granisle plans byelection

Seat became vacant when councillor passed away

  • Sep 1, 2021

Back to school update for Houston

New Vice Principal in place for Houston Secondary and Twain Sullivan Elementary

  • Aug 25, 2021

Copeland work underway in Houston

The project to construct a paved right hand turning lane for drivers exiting from Copeland to Hwy16 is scheduled to be finished next month, a memo to council indicates.

  • Aug 25, 2021

District could assist community by financing an endowment fund

Endowment fund which could be eligible for a matching grant

  • Aug 25, 2021

District crosses fingers for long weekend fireworks display

Dry conditions forced cancellation on Canada Day

  • Aug 25, 2021

Exercise equipment location change suggested

A move might increase use, says resident

  • Aug 25, 2021

Fuel for thought

Looking like a submarine from an undersea movie, a huge fuel tank arrived last week for the Esso service station now under construction. The station along with convenience store and restaurant is scheduled to open next year. (Angelique Houlihan photo/Houston Today)

  • Aug 25, 2021

Fundraiser for CineSpark Screenplay winner Wishing Fall

Houston-born writer and producer preparing for production on her short film

  • Aug 25, 2021

Interim District administrator has decades of experience

Martin Taylor here until permanent administrator found

  • Aug 25, 2021

Return of the Gospel Fest in Houston

The annual Houston Gospel Festival was held on Aug. 15 in Jamie Baxter Park in Houston. According to event coordinator Gerrit Keegra, people came from Smithers, Burns Lake and Houston, and there were approximately 250 people total in attendance. The festival included performances from local musicians as well as testimonies, and a free lunch was provided for all. (Angelique Houlihan photos/Houston Today)

  • Aug 25, 2021

Update from Northwest Fire Centre

NWFC aiding other fire centres while efforts continue at Chief Louie Lake wildfire

  • Aug 23, 2021

Recreational salmon season open at Babine Lake

One fish per day now allowed for all fishermen until Sep. 15

  • Aug 20, 2021

How to vote on or before Sept. 20

Mail-in ballots are expected to be taken up by millions of voters

  • Aug 19, 2021