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Evan Saugstad: Caribou politics, plain and simple

Evan Saugstad: Caribou politics, plain and simple

Last week, I wrote about the prospects of Chetwynd retaining both sawmills once B.C.
Alien Messages: The incompetent bureaucracy scam

Alien Messages: The incompetent bureaucracy scam

Kalpana - Unemployment is becoming a real problem in Fort St. John during COVID-19. The food banks are overwhelmed, people are scared, trying to make ends meet while facing an uncertain future.
As B.C. reopens, communities need to know numbers

As B.C. reopens, communities need to know numbers

On the strength of falling coronavirus case numbers in recent weeks, the province has announced a phased reopening of social and economic activity. The success of the Restart Plan will depend, however, on the number of new cases continuing to be low.
Kudos to Taylor, shame on Fort St. John

Kudos to Taylor, shame on Fort St. John

Re: 'Taylor slashes 2020 tax rates', Alaska Highway News, May 12, 2020 Hats off and congratulations to the District of Taylor for their gutsy, but right move to significantly cut property taxes – an example that unfortunately the City of Fort St.
Bob Zimmer: Taylor Bridge fix should be top priority in economic recovery

Bob Zimmer: Taylor Bridge fix should be top priority in economic recovery

Those of us that travel across Taylor Bridge know how important it is to our local and regional economy. Since 1960, it has been vital in connecting the North Peace and South Peace for residents, businesses, and tourists travelling in the region.
Ruby McBeth: Being careful in public places

Ruby McBeth: Being careful in public places

Spring Work It is hard to believe but spring is finally here. Both of our local greenhouse businesses are willing to take orders over the phone or by e-mail. You will want to ask what time is best.
Blueberry River band member affiliated with COVID-19 returns home

Blueberry River band member affiliated with COVID-19 returns home

Band member Tracey Paquette has been released from the FSJ hospital after having recently returned from the hospital in Prince George after a lengthy battle with COVID-19. Tracey will continue to recover and recuperate at her home. Mrs.
Judy Kucharuk: Physical Distancing Stress Syndrome

Judy Kucharuk: Physical Distancing Stress Syndrome

Has anyone else experienced Physical Distancing Stress Syndrome? I can only describe it as an anxiety-ridden response to entering a store without arrows on the floor.
Brad Brain: Guaranteed income for life

Brad Brain: Guaranteed income for life

The last few weeks of investment activity have taken a lot of people off guard. That is not that surprising given the speed of recent events.
Dan Davies: B.C.’s opening has many questions

Dan Davies: B.C.’s opening has many questions

As we approach Victoria Day, British Columbians can look forward to the long weekend with cautious optimism. Thanks to the hard work and dedication of British Columbians who have followed the public health orders from Dr.
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