Premier David Eby promises to press the 'reset' button with B.C ...
Dec 10, 2024 · B.C. Premier David Eby said B.C. will slay its record-setting deficit of $9 billion through growth and sound fiscal planning, not "harsh austerity cuts" or "under-funding services" as he reached out to business leaders to make a case …
Too soon? Survey shows no consensus on when to put up …
Dec 11, 2024 · When it comes to decorating houses and yards for the holidays, some British Columbians feel distinctly Grinch-like when the lights and inflatables get switched on too soon.
Wind blows in answer to BC Hydro's first call for power in 15 years
Dec 9, 2024 · “We have known for some time that BC Hydro has been forced to import significant amounts of electricity to help keep our lights on, but this is the first time it’s reached almost 25 per cent of our total needs and the first time this large price tag has been revealed,” Penner said in warning of rising prices for consumers given future energy needs.
100 Mile RCMP respond to BnEs as 2024 came to a close
Jan 2, 2025 · The 100 Mile House RCMP were kept busy for the last week of 2024. 100 Mile House RCMP Sgt. Brian Lamb said officers responded to 76 calls for service from Dec. 24 to Dec. 31 as the year wrapped up, including a reported break and enter to a residence on the 6000 block of Little Green Lake Road on Dec. 26.
Learn more about dementia this Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
4 days ago · Jerry Isenor was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2019. Her husband, Lyle, suspects it began at least two years before that. After noticing changes in Jerry’s memory, they spoke with their GP who told them to hold off on further testing.
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Journal archives: In 1974, Ashcroft's new arena welcomes its first ...
Dec 7, 2024 · 125 YEARS AGO: DEC. 9, 1899. Curling: Everything is in order at the curling rink, and if W. Morgan can only procure frost in sufficient quantities, those of Scottish tendencies will be in a position to enjoy life. Disgraceful: The early part of this week, the east end of the town was the scene of a most disgraceful row, resulting in damage to heads and furniture.
B.C. bumps up benefits in 2025, but cost-of-living question remain
Dec 31, 2024 · The provincial government promises British Columbians more money in their pockets when the calendar turns to 2025, but the new year also comes with some questions. B.C.'s Finance Minister Brenda Bailey said in a statement issued Monday (Dec. 30) that 65 per cent of families and individuals will ...
New Nelson coffee shop offers safe space for people who are …
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Year in Review 1: What made news locally in the first half of 2024
Dec 30, 2024 · The newest addition to the Ashcroft RCMP’s fleet of vehicles received a name, thanks to a local youth and a first-of-its-kind contest in Canada. In October 2023 the detachment took delivery of its first pickup truck, a Ford F-150. It came with the rather prosaic name “AS5101”, but Cst. Richard ...