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CN emphasizing the importance of rail safety
Last year in Canada 68 people died and another 58 faced serious injuries after railway crossing and trespassing incidents that could have been prevented by following rail safety guidelines.Â
Government of Canada invests in Prince Rupert wastewater facility
Prince Rupert will be getting a new wastewater treatment facility thanks to a joint investment of $5.4 million from the federal, provincial and municipal governments.
Keeping attractants secure the BEAR necessity in Skidegate
A bear has been spotted in the community of Skidegate and residents are being advised to keep any garbage, food or animal remains in a secure location to avoid attracting a bear.
Childcare program proposed for Port Edward Community School
Parents in Port Edward may be getting some child care relief after School District 52 proposed a new child care program.
Second Avenue and McBride roundabout causing concern
The closure of Second avenue and McBride for construction in Prince Rupert has been a point of friction for traffic, and will continue to be until fall 2026.
Prince Rupert RCMP seeking assistance to locate wanted man
Jean-Paul 'JP' Barralon is wanted on charges of assault and forcible confinement and has a warrant out for his arrest.
Replica Haida Totem Poles to be laid to rest
Prince Rupert City Council voted in favour of relocating the replica Haida-style totem poles on September 8.Â
Fire related property loss down 100 per cent in August
Prince Rupert Fire and Rescue Department saw a 7 per cent increase in call-outs throughout August.
Lax Kw’alaams Band Mayor reinstated after “illegal removal”
Lax Kw'alaams Band Mayor Garry Reece has been reinstated following an alleged illegal removal on Aug. 18.
Charges laid in connection to assault with a weapon in Masset
Dakota Waller of Masset faces multiple charges after an August 28 assault with a weapon and uttering threats.
International student decline affecting post secondary budgets
As a result of the decline in international student enrollments, CMTN is being forced to cut expenditures by $4 million to balance its 2026 budget.
2023 deaths to be reviewed during coroners inquest
A coroners inquest will review the deaths of a family of four in Prince Rupert that occurred in June 2023.
Chamber of Commerce supporting local businesses
The Walmart in Prince Rupert has been temporarily closed since July 29. While Walmart is closed the Prince Rupert Chamber of Commerce is working with businesses to promote local deals.
Prince Rupert’s housing crisis grows
The cost of a house in B.C. is almost $300 thousand more than the national average. With the rising cost of housing many British Columbians cant afford shelter and end up living on the street.
Car crashes into Walmart, driver injured
The Prince Rupert RCMP responded to a call on Friday, Aug. 29 after a driver crashed their vehicle into Walmart.
New childcare spaces coming to Masset
The BC Government has announced they are opening childcare spaces in 12 communities including Masset.
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CFIA recalls brand of jarred anchovies due to histamine
A brand of jarred anchovies has been recalled in British Columbia and multiple other provinces.
Canadians head to the polls in ‘most important election of our time’
Polling stations are officially open across the country for those who have not already voted in advance polls.
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