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MP McLeod releases survey results on C-45 “The Cannabis Act”
“This mail-out survey received more responses than any other I have distributed”
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Barriere Legion installs executive and officers for 2018
The Royal Canadian Legion Branch #242 in Barriere held their annual installation of officers and Honours and Awards Banquet on Saturday, Jan. 13, in the Barriere Legion Hall. The turnout of members was very good and the meal served up by the Ladies Auxiliary was enjoyed by all.
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Brett Turcotte plans charity snowmobile event
“I chose to help support the cause so I can give back to the community that has supported me”
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Nearly $500,000 available for internships with First Nations government
Funds announced through partnership with Northern Development and Government of Canada
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Avalanche danger spurs warning to stay out of backcountry
By Tim Petruk, Kamloops This Week
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Join the Great Backyard Bird Count
Launched in 1998 by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and National Audubon Society, the Great Backyard Bird Count was the first online citizen-science project to collect data on wild birds and to display results in near real-time. Now, more than 160,000 people of all ages and walks of life worldwide join the four-day count each February to create an annual snapshot of the distribution and abundance of birds. Everyone is invited to participate!
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TNRD libraries, TRU mark Freedom to Read
The TNRD Library System is partnering with Thompson Rivers University Library to help residents in the Regional District celebrate Freedom to Read Week. The event will include an online survey and a panel discussion.
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Ladies gently used clothing sale in Barriere Jan. 20 and 21
On Jan. 20 and 21, the Anti-Violence Advocate Society is hosting a used clothing sale at the Barriere Lions Hall.
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Giant clock marks 10 years for District of Barriere
Yellowhead Community Services (YCS) were on hand at Monday night’s council meeting to present the District of Barriere with a giant clock to mark the municipality’s tenth anniversary which took place in December.
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Clearwater RCMP recover stolen snowmobile
Three snowmobiles and a trailer were stolen from an Alberta family staying in Blue River
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