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Williams Lake to Request $1 billion in rural recovery funds from federal, provincial governments

News Shannon Waters - August 31, 2017

With files from Rebecca Dyok, MyCaribooNow.com Cold, hard cash is what communities impacted by wildfires need now to encourage economic recovery according to a Williams Lake Councillor. Councillor Scott Nelson made...

Big day for Port of Prince Rupert as container facility doubles capacity

Uncategorized Shannon Waters - August 29, 2017

A massive expansion of the Fairview Container Terminal in Prince Rupert is being unveiled this morning. 'Fairview Phase 2 North' increases the facility’s capacity by 50%, making it one of...

Bulkley-Nechako rescinds evacuation order for Kluskoil Lake area

News Shannon Waters - August 29, 2017

The evacuation order for the area affected by the Kluskoil Lake Wildfire has been rescinded. The order was issued by the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako on August 11. It affected...

Announcement on Cariboo hunting restrictions due to wildfire impact anticipated next week

News Shannon Waters - August 28, 2017

With files from Rebecca Kelli, MyCaribooNow.com The Provincial government is currently assessing if there will be any restrictions on the Cariboo region's hunting season due to devastating wildfires. "I actually have...

RCMP seek wanted man

News Shannon Waters - August 24, 2017

The Prince George RCMP are asking for help in locating a wanted man. An arrest warrant has been issued for Jason Gordon Mease, 39, from Prince George. He is accused of...

BC Wildfire Update: August 24

News Shannon Waters - August 24, 2017

Thunderstorms rolled in across much of the BC interior yesterday and lightning strikes sparked a large number of new fires, according to Chief Fire Information Officer Kevin Skrepnek “We currently...

BC government says it’s time for a ‘renewed direction’ for ICBC

Uncategorized Shannon Waters - August 24, 2017

There will be three new faces on ICBC's board of directors. The BC government has appointed Jeremy Bell, Bonnie Pearson and Doug Allen to the corporation's board, effective immediately. In...

Two Cariboo wildfires now top 3 in BC history for hectares burned

News Shannon Waters - August 22, 2017

With files from Rebecca Kelli, MyCaribooNow.com The worst fire season on record in B.C continues. Chief Wildfire Information Officer with BC Wildfire Service, Kevin Skrepnek says 134 wildfires are currently burning...

BC’s economy strong but not sustainable says Finance Minister

News Shannon Waters - August 22, 2017

Finance Minister Carole James touted BC's strong economy this morning as she discussed the release of the province's public...

Misinformation impacting tourism operators unaffected by wildfires

News Shannon Waters - August 18, 2017

Destination BC says they're are trying to minimize negative impact to tourism operators who are outside of fire zones. "Obviously,...

Hanceville-Riske Creek fire still zero percent contained

News Shannon Waters - August 18, 2017

With files from George Henderson, MyCaribooNow.com The Hanceville-Riske Creek wildfire remains listed as "out of control." Fire Information Officer Shayne McCool...

Co-op customers and members donate more than $17,000 to Red Cross wildfire relief

News Shannon Waters - August 16, 2017

On July 10, Four Rivers Co-op joined the efforts to support British Columbians affected by the wildfires. Four Rivers Coop...

Small Business Critic upset with minimum wage announcement

Uncategorized Shannon Waters - August 16, 2017

Written by George Henderson in our MyCaribooNow.com newsroom An attack on small business! That’s Cariboo North MLA Coralee Oakes’ reaction today...

Evacuation alert lifted for Williams Lake

News Shannon Waters - August 16, 2017

With files from Rebecca Kelli of MyCaribooNow.com After consultation with the Cariboo Fire Centre, the City of Williams Lake Emergency...

Massive fire in the Chilcotin continues to grow

News Shannon Waters - August 14, 2017

With files from George Henderson, MyCaribooNow.com The massive Hanceville-Riske Creek wildfire continued to grow over the weekend forcing several evacuations...