Business
B.C. surplus won't sweeten teacher offer
Forest fires costly this year, but tax and natural gas revenue have recovered to help boost surplus forecast to $266 million
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1st Editions expands focus on toys
Mother and daughter team Joan and Jazmyn Douillard opened a new chapter in their lives when they purchased a store in Williams Lake.
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Tourism/hospitality nominations open
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2014 BC Tourism and Hospitality Awards.
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Northern mines await Mount Polley probe
Morrison mine permit put on hold, Red Chris to get independent tailings pond review to present to Tahltan Nation before operating
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Barking Spider wheels up to the ‘Y’
Barking Spider Mountain Bike has moved into their new location just below the Ramada Inn at the ‘Y’ Intersection in the lakecity.
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Dollar Dollar expansion: fun and games
An expansion at Dollar Dollar in the heart of Williams Lake is being dedicated to high quality games, crafts and toys for children.
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Northwest gold mine gets B.C. approval
KSM mine property has copper, silver and molybdenum, one of the biggest ever approved by B.C.
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Consultation sheds light on farmland changes
Relaxed farm leasing rules in rural zones, allowing breweries and distilleries are being considered in new regulations
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Pulp mills get break to save energy
Province unveils $100 million to help industry finance conservation projects as power rates hikes loom
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Lumber, pellet mills still have dust hazard
Sawmill wood dust compliance has increased to 85% in latest inspections, but pellet and OSB mills have work to do
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