BC North - News

October 8 Update: Nine people running for council

Webpapers Admin — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 23:00:00 GMT

As of 4:30 p.m. on October 8, nine people have filed papers to run for city council, one person has submitted papers to run for Mayor and three people have submitted papers to run for the school board in the City of Prince Rupert. In Port Edward two people will vie for the office of Mayor, one person has submitted papers for council and one for school board trustee.

The ice man gets to work

Webpapers Admin — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 06:00:00 GMT

THE PROCESS of laying the ice at the curling rink began on October first, although preparation really began five days prior.

Port authority optimistic as passenger numbers top 103,000 and spending rises

Webpapers Admin — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 06:00:00 GMT

The results of the 2008 cruise season in Prince Rupert were released on Monday morning, and it shows that the city had its best year yet as it relates to the cruise industry.

NEW!! Shotgun toting northern candidate

Webpapers Admin — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 21:00:00 GMT

Two dead in 'targeted' attack

Webpapers Admin — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 15:00:00 GMT

Foul play is suspected in the deaths of two people in the city overnight.

Christmas shopping starts a week Saturday

Webpapers Admin — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 13:00:00 GMT

The fresh snow on the tops of the mountains Saturday morning offered a clear reminder winter is on its way.

Suite renewal approved

Webpapers Admin — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 13:00:00 GMT

A temporary industrial use permit (TINUP) has been granted for Dave and Pina Van den Adel, which will allow a temporary residence above their business, located at 422 Enterprise Avenue.

Home biz gets extension

Webpapers Admin — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 13:00:00 GMT

Council has unanimously endorsed a temporary commercial use permit (TECUP) to operate a home business in the R1-A residential zone at 1469 Albatross Avenue.

Detachment head heading out

Webpapers Admin — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 13:00:00 GMT

The main man at the Kitimat RCMP detachment is heading out after working less than half of his expected term in Kitimat.

Feds profit from carbon taxes

Webpapers Admin — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 14:00:00 GMT

Someone has to look after fish

Webpapers Admin — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 12:00:00 GMT

Editor: Last weekend I saw the prime example of why non-resident anglers should be required to have a licensed professional guide to be able to fish in B.C.

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