Friday, October 30, 2015

Thursday, October 29, 2015

Wednesday, October 28, 2015

October 28 -- Sunwave Ownership and Watson Island

A notice that appeared in the weekly newspaper in Prince Rupert has stirred some old memories of the days of SunWave and Watson Island.

From the CFTK TV archives.


October 28 -- Small Town Love initiative in Prince Rupert

A look at the planning for a trade show planned for Prince Rupert in November.

From the CFTK TV archives


October 28 -- Pipeline announcement reaction

The Hereditary High Chief of the Wet'suwet'en nation has outlined some of the concerns of his First Nation when it comes to the recent announcement from Trans Canada Pipelines related to their plans to move forward on a pipeline to Lelu Island.

From the CFTK TV archives



October 28 -- Hazelton Arean Open House

The group hoping to build a new arena in Hazelton is planning for a number of open houses to outline their plans for the community.

From the CFTK TV archives


Tuesday, October 27, 2015

Pacific NorthWest LNG Update

A look at the planning underway for the proposed Pacific NorthWest LNG facility at Lelu Island.

From the CFTK TV archives.


October 27 -- Sea Grass Talk

A discussion on marine environments, with a focus on Sea Grass takes place at NWCC on Tuesday evening.

From the CFTK TV archives.


October 27 -- LNG Alliance

The LNG Alliance offers up some thoughts on the current status of the LNG file in the Northwest.

From the CFTK TV Archives


Monday, October 26, 2015

October 26 -- Prince Rupert Shoreline Clean Up

A review of the work on the weekend in Prince Rupert as part of the Shoreline Clean up program.

From the CFTK TV archives.


October 26 -- LNG Alliance and Liberals

The provincial group the LNG Alliance of BC is currently on a tour of the Northwest portion of the province, on Monday Jas Johal outlined what impact a change of government in Ottawa might have on the industry.

From the CFTK TV archives


Friday, October 23, 2015

October 23 -- Terrace inquest findings

A coroners jury in Terrace has made 16 recommendations following their review of the death of a Terrace woman while in custody in the Terrace jail.


From the CFTK TV archives


Thursday, October 22, 2015

October 22 -- Freedom of Information Scandal

The findings of the province's Privacy Commissioner has outlined a number of concern on how the Liberal government handles information in the province.

From the CFTK TV archives.


October 22 -- Job losses at Northern Savings

After a strategic review, Northern Savings Credit Union has announced the departure of 12 employees at the Prince Rupert head office.

From the CFTK TV archives.


October 22 -- Watermain valve failure on east side of Prince Rupert

The City of Prince Rupert had to make emergency repairs to a watermain on the city's east side on Wednesday evening.

From the CFTK TV archives


October 22 -- BC Ferries Discounts

Passengers on BC Ferrries will be getting a fifty per cent discount from November 15-December 20th.

From the CFTK TV archives

 

Wednesday, October 21, 2015

October 21 -- City announces Sidewalk repairs on Third Avenue

The City of Prince Rupert has launched a sidewalk repair program

From the CFTK TV archives.


October 21 -- Amarantha Berthed at Northland Cruise Terminal dock

Required repairs for the cargo vessel Amarantha find the ship tied up at the Northland  Cruise Ship Dock.

From the CFTK TV archives.


October 21 -- Rustad on Treaty process

John Rustad outlined the government's position when it comes the Treaty Negotiation process..

From the CFTK TV Archives


October 21 -- Northwest Youth vote in Federal Election

A look at the engagement of young people int he Northwest in Monday's federal election.

From the CFTK TV archives.


Tuesday, October 20, 2015

October 20 -- Election turnout in the Northwest

A look at the voter turnout in Skeena-Bulkley Valley during Monday night's election night vote.

From the CFTK TV Archives.


October 20 -- Nathan Cullen re-elected

Monday night's Election results provided Nathan Cullen with another victory in Skeena-Bulkley Valley.

From the CFTK TV archives.


October 20 -- Clarks says "no interest" in replacing Stephen Harper at head of Conservative Party

Premier Clark is not interested in any leadership role with the Federal Conservative Party.

From the CFTK TV archives.


October 20 -- Lana Derrick Vigil

A vigil held to commemorate the twentieth anniversary of the disappearance of Lana Derrick took place in Terrace over the weekend.

From the CFTK TV Archives.


October 20 -- Incremental Treaty Agreement for Haisla

An agreement between the Province and the Haisla will resolve an outstanding claim related to  some  Haisla land.

From the CFTK TV Archives.


October 20 -- Skills Training opportunities for Aboriginal residents

A number of Northwest First Nations communities will benefit from some new employment training programs related to potential LNG development, providing residents with skills transferable to any industry.

From the CFTK TV archives.


Friday, October 16, 2015

October 16 -- Crest Hotel Totem Pole displayed

A lengthy totem carving project on the North Coast by Bill Helin was put on display at Prince Rupert's Crest Hotel.

From the CFTK TV archives.


October 16 -- Cedarvale Kitwanga Closure

A motor vehicle accident near the Mill Creek Bridge has resulted in the closure of the road between Cedarvale and Kitwanga.

From the CFTK TV Archives


October 16 -- Dutch Tulip Gardens planting ceremony

A Terrace event commemorated the sacrifice of Canadian Soldiers in the Netherlands during the Second World War.

From the CFTK TV archives


Thursday, October 15, 2015

October 15 -- Cow Bay wharf demolition

Work is set to begin on the old Odin Seafoods dock in Prince Rupert.

From the CFTK TV Archives


October 15 -- BC Quake Drill

Today was Great BC Shakeout Drill day and staff and students of Roosevelt School were among those in the province taking part in the exercise.

From the CFTK TV archives


October 15 -- Gitxsan Pipeline reaction

A group within the Gitxsan Nation is launching a legal challenge to the proposed pipeline that will cross their territory on its way to the proposed LNG Terminal at Lelu Island.

From the CFTK TV Archives.


Wednesday, October 14, 2015

October 14 -- LNG Conference takes place in Vancouver

Premier Clark opened up the third annual LNG in BC Conference in Vancouver today, starting off the three conference on LNG issues.

From the CFTK TV archives.


October 14 -- Port Edward Train Crossing upgrades

The District of Port Edward is making plans to upgrade rail crossings in the community, reducing noise levels at areas in the District.

From the CFTK TV archives


October 14 -- Candlelight vigil to be held for Lana Derrick

A candlelight vigil is to be held this week in the Terrace area, commemorating the disappearance of Terrace resident Lana Derrick.

From the CFTK TV archives


October 14 -- Verdict handed down in Damian Taylor Trial

A guilty verdict has been delivered by a jury in Kamloops related to the death of former Terrace resident CK Fowler.

From the CFTK TV archives


Tuesday, October 13, 2015

October 13 -- Oil Leak in tanks at Prince Rupert's Moresby Park

A routine inspection discovered leaks in the old oil tanks located in the city's Moresby Park

From the CFTK TV archives


October 13 -- Treaty Commission Report

An update on the progress of their work was provided by the BC Treaty Commission.

From the CFTK TV archives


October 13 -- River Levels Advisory

The weekend of stormy weather provided for some issues for communities in the inland areas of the North Coast

From the CFTK TV Archives


October 13 -- Boil Water Advisory in Kitimat

Following a weekend of stormy weather on the North Coast, residents of Kitimat have been advised to Boil their Water until further notice.

From the CFTK TV archives


Friday, October 9, 2015

October 9 -- Storm Hits the North Coast

North Coast residents felt the effects of the remnants of Hurricane Ono

From the CFTK TV archives


October 9 -- Fowler Murder Trial

A review of the trial of Damian Taylor related to the murder of CJ Fowler in a Kamloops park.


From the CFTK TV Archives


Thursday, October 8, 2015

October 8 -- Prince Rupert Candidates Debate

A range of topics and a few personal comments marked Wednesday evening's All Candidates Forum in Prince Rupert.

From the CFTK TV archives.


October 8 -- Northwest Extreme Weather

Environment Canada has issued notice to the North Coast to prepare for some severe weather over the Thanksgiving Day Weekend.

From the CFTK TV archives.

 

Wednesday, October 7, 2015

October 7 -- Student Elections and campaign visit at NWCC in Prince Rupert

Lessons in democracy were in action at NWCC, with student elections taking place as well as a candidate visit with students at the Prince Rupert campus.

From the CFTK TV archives


October 7 -- Kitimat Microtel Hotel opens

A new motel has opened up in Kitimat with a Grand Opening Celebration taking place at the Microtel  in the city.

From the CFTK TV archives


October 7 -- Candidates Forum in Terrace

The candidates in the Skeena-Bulkley Valley riding brought there debate road show into Terrace on Tuesday evening.

From the CFTK TV archives


Tuesday, October 6, 2015

October 6 -- Northern Gateway

Lawyers for the Federal Government outlined their position in court on Tuesday in a court case on the Northern Gateway pipeline, observing that it should be approved.

From the CFTK TV archives


October 6 -- Hazelton Arena Fundraising

Efforts continue in the Hazleton area to raise funds for a new arena for the community.

From the CFTK TV archives.


Monday, October 5, 2015

October 5 -- Coroners Inquest Recommendations

Four days of testimony and fifteen hours of deliberations have provided the final recommendations from the Coroner's Inquiry into the deaths of Angie and Robert Robinson in Prince Rupert.

The Coroner's Jury outlined its recommendations early Saturday morning.

From the CFTK TV archives.


October 5 -- Terrace Pedestrian hit by car

Terrace RCMP are looking for witnesses to an incident in front of the McDonalds on Lakelse Avenue in the city, which saw a young girl hit by a vehicle travelling on the roadway.

From the CFTK TV archives

October 5 - Fowler murder trial continues in Kamloops

The trial of a man who accused of murdering his pregnant girlfriend from Terrace continues in Kamloops.

From the CFTK TV archives.


October 5 -- Terrace School Trustee passes away

Terrace's Coast Mountain School District officials are mourning the passing of Gary Turner, the long time serving school trustee representing Thornhill passed away on Friday.

From the CFTK TV archives.


Friday, October 2, 2015

October 2 -- Coroner's Inquest Jury to provide conclusions and recommendations

Friday marked the final day of the Coroner's Inquest into the deaths of Angie and Robert Robinsion, with the jury working through Friday towards delivering their final conclusions and recommendations from their week's work.

From the CFTK TV archives.


October 2 -- Kamloops trial continues into death of CJ Fowler

The second degree murder trial of Damian Taylor continues in Kamloops, as a BC Supreme Court heard more details into the December 2012 death of Terrace resident CJ Fowler.

From the CFTK TV Archives


October 2 -- Hazelton search continues for missing man

Residents of the Hazleton area continue their search for 57 year old Lester Sampson, reported missing from the region for the last month.

From the CFTK TV archives


Thursday, October 1, 2015

October 1 -- Robinson Inquest Day 4

Thursday provided for the final day of testimony at the Coroner's Inquest into the deaths of Angie and Robert Robinson, with a number of social service agency officials speaking to the situation that the family was facing prior to their deaths.

On Friday, the Jury will resume its work, delivering its final deliberations on the case.

From the CFTK TV Archives.


October 1 -- Kitimat Haisla Centre Development gains main tenant

Progress is underway for a major development project in the Kitimat region, with LNG Canada now signing on as a major tenant for a the Kitimat Haisla Centre development.

From the CFTK TV archives


October 1-- Bulkley Valley Search and Rescue receives donation

A mining company working in the Bulkley Valley has stepped up to help finance some equipment for the Smithers based Search and Rescue organization in the region.  The donation to the SAR group was part of a number of donations that Seabridge Gold made to the community.

From the CFTK TV archives