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North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo Family Day Parade - Join the fun
The Family Parade wants YOU! This Labour Day Monday This year commemorates the 75th anniversary of the North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo. In celebration, on Monday, Sept. 2, the Family Parade is bigger, better and longer than ever!
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Editorial Reflections by Hettie Buck: A little kindness goes a long way
Words matter, taking time to show appreciation and kindness goes a long way in our busy lives.
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The Old West: “The Silver City” – Part 1, Massive silver strikes launch Sandon
A column by Bruce Uzelman
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Regionalized transit plan for Clearwater and Ashcroft raises concerns
Elected officials in North Thompson and Ashcroft have reservations about BC Transit plan to regionalize transit service
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QUIZ: Time to enjoy a rousing game of pickleball
Pickleball has become a popular sport across Canada and around the world
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Fire departments came together to battle Dunn Creek wildfire
'Combined efforts have proven that by working together, we can overcome any challenge'
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Barriere 911 Emergency Services Golf Tournament raises over $7,000 for youth initiatives in the area
On August 24, 2013, the Barriere RCMP with BC Ambulance, Barriere Volunteer Fire Department and Barriere Search and Rescue hosted the annual 911 golf tournament. It was an amazing response this year from the golfers in the area and local sponsors.
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Photographing a July Moonrise over Fidalgo Island - John Enman Photography
John Enman shares that for all the years he's been coming to the Shipwreck Festival he likes to check into his hotel and head straight for the perfect vista at Cap Santé Park for a moon rise photo over the bay.
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Letter to the Editor - Support needed for local family
North Thompson Valley bull rider seriously injured in Chilliwack and sister requests support from the community.
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HOMETOWN: Air Attack Officer led aerial efforts in River Valley Wildfire
Jeff Austin is an air attack officer with the BC Wildfire Service and was in the air, coordinating the initial air attack on the River Valley Fire on July 21, 2024.
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