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B.C. Central Coastal First Nation to adopt written constitution

B.C. Central Coastal First Nation to adopt written constitution

A historic vote by the people of Heiltsuk Nation reaffirms the nation’s inherent right to self-determination
B.C. Historical Federation conference to be held in Williams Lake

B.C. Historical Federation conference to be held in Williams Lake

The May 1 to 4 conference will explore B.C.'s multiple histories with a theme centred around truth and reconciliation
VIDEO: Cariboo deafblind woman fears loss of 'absolutely vital' services

VIDEO: Cariboo deafblind woman fears loss of 'absolutely vital' services

Brenda Macalister worries about being left “alone in the dark” as the future of funding for intervenor services remains uncertain
City of Williams Lake opens applications for facade improvements

City of Williams Lake opens applications for facade improvements

Williams Lake businesses can now apply for grants to help pay for facade improvement projects happening this year
Williams Lake to reveal draft active transportation network plan

Williams Lake to reveal draft active transportation network plan

An open house to share the draft plan and get feedback will be held at the Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex on Feb. 25, 2025
Highland Valley Copper extension on list of projects province wants 'sped up'

Highland Valley Copper extension on list of projects province wants 'sped up'

Province seeks to expedite several resource sector projects in face of U.S. tariff threats
Williams Lake formal wear program finds new champion

Williams Lake formal wear program finds new champion

A new program called Ever After Attire is emerging to support local youth with formal wear loans
Williams Lake gives support for farmer's market coupon program

Williams Lake gives support for farmer's market coupon program

City council voted to support coupons providing access to locally produced food for those in need
Meet the candidates for SD 27 trustee by-election

Meet the candidates for SD 27 trustee by-election

Advanced voting will be on Feb. 25 and 26, and general voting day will be March 8
Let sleeping cats lie: Rare 'up close' cougar encounter near Merritt

Let sleeping cats lie: Rare 'up close' cougar encounter near Merritt

Wilderness expert Frank Ritcey and two hiking partners have surprise encounter with a sleepy (and full) cougar