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Residents of Barriere more than happy this morning to hear dark water on the way out

By Jaime Polmateer

By Judith Klontz

UPDATE (9:25 p.m.): A wildfire approximately 0.01 hectares in size had been reported on the BC Wildfire Service Map in 93 Mile House.

The annual North Thompson Communities Foundation awareness barbecue held at the Barriere Forks Trail on Sunday, May 26 could not have had better weather if it had been specially ordered. Although the turnout was not as large as expected, those who did attend were treated to a lovely afternoon and a scrumptious meal with baked salmon, steak and black forest cake. Foundation chair Franz Friesinger MC’d the event, and entertainment was provided by Friesinger and musician Bill Fowler.

Search underway for North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo Ambassador Program candidates

The B.C. government is inviting British Columbians to provide input into improving the Forest and Range Practices Act.

The May 21, 2019, District of Barriere Committee of the Whole meeting received a reported from Fire Chief Ashley Wohlgemuth in regards to the current status of the District’s fire trucks and fire hall.

The first annual Poker Run held May 25, 2019, and hosted by the North Thompson Fish &Game Club Society turned out to be a great success. Organizers say they were extremely happy that the event “turned out better than planned”, with over 85 people in attendance.

Barriere Secondary’s Convocation Ceremonies on May 24, 2019, included a special presentation to past BSS graduate Trevor Moore. The Wall of Distinction award recognized Moore, who, after graduating from Barriere Secondary to become a helicopter pilot, then established a helicopter charter company called CC Helicopters.