Friday, August 31, 2018

August 31 -- Prince Rupert Pot Hole Problems

The City of Prince Rupert will be addressing more of the city's pothole problems through the fall before the winter season arrives.

From the CFTK TV Archives


August 31 -- Terrace Minor Hockey player heads for Victoria of the WHL

Carson Golder a former Terrace Minor Hockey Player is heading off to the Victoria Royals training camp with hopes of making it onto the regular season roster as a rookie with the WHL team.

From the CFTK TV Archives

August 31 -- Workshop explosion on Brauns Island

The Terrace Fire Department responded to a large scale explosion and fire on Brauns Island on Thursday night.

From the CFTK TV Archives


August 31 -- Terrace Food Bank Drive

Terrace residents will be able to lend a hand to the Salvation Army Food Bank program on Saturday.

From the CFTK TV Archives


Thursday, August 30, 2018

August 30 -- Grand Opening for Jennifer Rice's constituency office

While she's been in the place for a few months now, this week brought the Grand Opening for the Ocean Centre constituency office for Jennifer Rice and Nathan Cullen.

From the CFTK TV archives


August 30 -- Downtown Design program for Terrace

The blue print for revitalizing Terrace's downtown core has been released.

From the CFTK TV archives


August 30 -- Delays for some Northwest schools owing to wildfires

With some of the Northwest wildfires yet to be brought under control, some School Districts across the Northwest are putting in place a delay for school for this year.

From the CFTK TV archives


August 30 -- Small brush fire near Kitimat's cablecar subdivision

Kitimat Fire/Rescue personnel were called to the city's Cablecar region to put out a small brush fire.

From the CFTK TV archives


August 30 -- Northwest Wildfires update

The latest notes on the Wildfires burning across Northwestern British Columbia.

From the CFTK TV archives


Wednesday, August 29, 2018

August 29 -- Prince Rupert Pop Up Street Fair

A look at last weeks Pop Up Festival on Prince Rupert's Third Avenue West.

From the CFTK TV archives


August 29 -- Northwest Wildfires Update

The latest notes on the Northwest Wildfire situation.

From the CFTK TV archives


August 29 -- Terrace Council Pancake fundraiser

Terrace's municipal officials have helped raise funds for the Terrace Churches Food Bank and Salvation through their recent pancake breakfast.

From the CFTK TV archives


Tuesday, August 28, 2018

August 28 -- EI Seasonal Fisheries

A federal employment program for seasonal workers is not going to include North Coast workers, an issue that has attracted the attention of local union and political leaders.

From the CFTK TV archives


August 28 -- More on Smithers Airport lounge

An expanded look at the new lounge at the Smithers Airport.

From the CFTK TV archives


August 28 -- Northwest Wildfire Update (Tuesday)

The latest notes from the Northwest fire lines

From the CFTK TV archives


Monday, August 27, 2018

August 27 -- Rupert Revitalization

The second phase of the Redesign Rupert program gets underway this fall, with Ceilidh Marlow the new face of the program in the community, which is a cooperative project between the City of Prince Rupert and Community Futures of the Pacific Northwest.

From the CFTK TV Archives


August 27 -- Smithers Airport Lounge

Those using the Smithers airport now have a brand new lounge to make use of as they await their flights out of the Bulkley Valley, more work is set for the airport over the course of the next year.

From the CFTK TV Archives


August 27 -- Northwest Wildfires Update (Monday)

A look at the latest notes from the fire lines of Northwest BC

From the CFTK TV Archives


Friday, August 24, 2018

August 24 -- Whitecaps summer camp in Terrace

Skill development was the theme for a summer soccer camp hosted by the Vancouver Whitecaps Terrace Skills camp.

From the CFTK TV archives


Thursday, August 23, 2018

August 23 -- North Coast Innovation Lab summer research

A look at the work of Prince Rupert's Northcoast Innovation Lab and their summer research programs.

From the CFTK TV archives


August 23 -- Northwest Wildfire Update (Thursday)

The latest notes from the fire lines of Northwest BC.

From the CFTK TV archives


Wednesday, August 22, 2018

August 22 -- Sarah Dancer announces Prince Rupert Council bid

A new name for Prince Rupert's political scene has appeared prior to the October municipal election, with Sarah Dancer announcing her candidacy for a council position this fall.

From the CFTK TV archives


August 22 -- Terrace Search and Rescue called out for cliff rescue east of Terrace

A hiker was taken to Mills Memorial Hospital following a hiking incident on a cliff east of Terrace required the services of Terrace Search and Rescue and Terrace Fire/Rescue.

From the CFTK TV archives


August 22 -- Supplies on way to Francois Lake South side residents

Residents who have refused to evacuate their homes on the south side of Francois Lake have been allowed to have supplies brought in to their location.

From the CFTK TV archives


Tuesday, August 21, 2018

August 21 -- Prince Rupert Council hears overview of Ridley Terminal expansion

Representatives of Ridley Terminals provided Prince Rupert City Council with an update on their plans to build a second dock at the coal handling facility.

From the CFTK TV Archives


August 21 -- Grass Fire behind Mills Memorial Hospital in Terrace

Terrace Fire/Rescue were called out to extinguish a grass fire which broke out behind Mills Memorial hospital.

From the CFTK TV archives


August 21 -- Air Quality concerns for Northern BC

Health officials are offering advice for those living in areas with air quality issues in place related to the ongoing wildfire situation in Northern BC.

From the CFTK TV  archives


August 21 -- Evacuation struggles during the wildfires

Residents in the Lakes District are expressing frustration related to the ongoing fire conditions and the approach in battling the fires in the region.

From the CFTK TV archives


Monday, August 20, 2018

August 20 -- MLA Jennifer Rice's Legislature mid year review

North Coast MLA Jennifer Rice looks ahead to the next six months at the Legislature.

From the CFTK TV archives


August 20 -- Terrace fire officials urge fire safety

Continuing dry conditions in the Northwest have Terrace fire officials urging caution in the community.

From the CFTK TV archives.


August 20 -- Terrace Aquatic Centre opening delayed

Yet another delay for the opening of the Terrace Aquatic Centre.

From the CFTK TV archives


Thursday, August 16, 2018

August 16 -- Equipment failure at Ridley Terminals

Rildey Terminals is working to resolve a serious equipment failure at the coal terminal site.

From the CFTK TV Archives


August 16 -- Prince Rupert Social Media Workshop

A workshop in social media skills for small businesses in Prince Rupert was hosted at the Nisga'a Hall on Wednesday.

From the CFTK TV archives


August 16 -- Burns Lake Mayor on Forest Fires

The Mayor of Burns Lake is expressing some of his concerns over the response to Wild Fires in the region.

From the CFTK TV Archvies


Wednesday, August 15, 2018

August 15 -- Northwest Campfire Ban includes Ferry Island in Terrace

The City of Terrace has now included the Ferry Island campground as part of the Fire Ban in the Northwest.

From the CFTK TV archives


August 15 -- Fire Damages home in Terrace

The Terrace Fire Department was called to action as they tackled a blaze at a Seniors Coop residence in the city.

From the CFTK TV archives


August 15 -- Forest Fire, Evacuees in Prince George

The Wildfire situation in the Northwest continues to make for tense times and evacuated communities with many heading for Prince George and a reception centre there.

From the CFTK TV archives


August 15 -- Wildfire Emergency

The province of British Columbia declared a Provincial State of Emergency when it comes to the ongoing work in the province on wildfires.
From the CFTK TV archives


Tuesday, August 14, 2018

August 14 -- Ridley Terminals For Sale

The Federal Government is making plans to put Ridley Terminals up for sale once again.

From the CFTK TV archives


August 14 -- Northwest Fire Evacuations Expand

The evacuation zones related to a number of fires across the Northwest continue to grow as the province looks to add to the fire crews fighting the fires.

From the CFTK TV Archives


Monday, August 13, 2018

August 13 -- Jennifer Rice on Wildfire response

North Coast MLA Jennifer Rice provides some notes from her recent tour of the Northwest Wildfire zone near Telegraph Creek and Dease Lake.

From the CFTK TV Archives


August 13 -- Kitimat's 2nd Annual Mudder Games

Some highlights of the Second annual Mudder Games in Kitimat

From the CFTK TV archives


August 13 -- Northwest Wildfires update

An update on the latest developments from the Northwest Wildfire scenes.

From the CFTK TV Archives


Friday, August 10, 2018

August 10 -- City of Prince Rupert refreshes its website

The City of Prince Rupert has given its online portal a makeover, re-launching the website earlier this week.

From the CFTK TV archives


August 10 -- Explosives investigation following Haida Gwaii fire

A fire in Queen Charlotte has turned into an explosives investigation on Haida Gwaii.

From the CFTK TV Archives


August 10 -- Wildfire update for August 10

An update on the growing list of fires currently being tackled by wild fire fighters in the region.

From the CFTK TV archives


August 10 -- Terrace's Gunsight Trail Closure


Gaslight Lake Trail near Terrace has been closed owing to grizzly bear activity in the region.
From the CFTK TV Archives


August 10 -- Tax Breaks for Smithers Businesses that offer housing

The Town of Smithers is looking to reward those business owners that incorporate residential units in their businesses.

From the CFTK TV archives


Thursday, August 9, 2018

August 9 -- Lakes District Wildires Update

An update on the Lakes District Wildfires

From the CFTK TV archives


August 9 -- Prince Rupert's Udder Fest is underway

The five day run of Prince Rupert's Udder Fest got underway on Wednesday, with shows each night through to Sunday.

From the CFTK TV archives


August 9 -- Federal Government to consult First Nations on Ridley sale

The Federal Government is making plans to sell off Ridley Terminals once again and prior to the sale they have plans to consult with area First Nations.

From the CFTK TV archives


August 9 -- More charges for former Burns Lake Mayor Luke Strimbold

More charges have been approved to be put in place for former Burns Lake Mayor Luke Strimblod.

From the CFTK TV archives


August 9 -- Community garden plans for Witset

Residents of Witset are giving some thought to the creation of a community garden.

From the CFTK TV archives


August 9 -- Queen Charlotte Fire and Explosion update

Things are returning to a sense of normal for residents of Queen Charlotte following a fire and explosion in the community.

From the CFTK TV Archvies


August 9 -- July numbers make for busiest month for Terrace-Kitimat airport since 2015

Air travel through the Terrace-Kitimat Airport has delivered some strong results for July, the busiest month since 2015.

From the CFTK TV archives


August 9 -- Telegraph Creek Fire update

An update on the wild fire burning near Telegraph Creek

From the CFTK TV archives


Wednesday, August 8, 2018

August 8 -- DFO opens Skena to recreational salmon fishing

With the exception of fishing for Chinook, recreational fishers have been taking advantage of an opening for the Skeena by the Department of Fisheries and Oceans.

From the CFTK TV archives


August 8 -- Terrace Drag Races get large crowds

The Terrace and District Racing Association had one of their most successful Drag Racing events in recent years this past weekend with Riverboat Days crowds taking in the event.

From the CFTK TV Archives


August 8 -- LNG Canada makes plans for dredging of Kitimat's Harbour

With all indications still positive towards the development of an LNG Terminal at Kitimat, LNG Canada lays out its plan for dredging of Kitimat harbour.

From the CFTK TV Archives


August 8 -- Telegraph Creek Wild Fire update

A look at the latest notes from the Alkili lake fire which is found near the community of Telegraph Creek.

From the CFTK TV Archives


August 8 -- MP Nathan Cullen on attempts to delay the Coastal GasLink pipeline

Skeena Bulkley Valley NDP MP Nathan Cullen is remaining calm as an attempt to delay the Coastal GasLink pipeline begins to take shape.

From the CFTK TV Archives


August 8 -- Residential fire on Haida Gwaii brings explosion

Emergency crews scrambled to attend a fire and explosion at a residence in the community of Queen Charlotte.

From the CFTK TV archives


August 8 -- Lakes District Wildfire update

A look at the latest notes related to wildfires burning in the Burns Lake area of the Northwest.

From the CFTK TV archives


Tuesday, August 7, 2018

August 7 -- Prince Rupert finalizes contract to expand landfill

The city is expanding the Ridley Island land fill site, looking to buy some time for a larger expansion project for the next five years.

From the CFTK TV Archives


August 7 -- Lakes District Wildfires update

A look at the status of a number of wildfire burning in the Bulkley Valley Lakes District.

From the CFTK TV archives


August 7 -- Telegraph Creek Evacuated

A wildfire raging out of control in Northwestern BC has forced the evacuation of the community of Telegraph Creek.

From the CFTK TV archives


Friday, August 3, 2018

August 3 -- New Seniors Housing planned for Port Edward

As part of a tour of the Northwest, Housing Minister Selina Robinsion was in Port Edward for a ground breaking ceremony for some seniors housing in the community,

From the CFTK TV Archives


August 3 -- Riverboat Days Begin

Riverboat Days, the annual ten day summer festival in Terrace is underway.

From the CFTK TV archives


August 3 -- Terrace Fire no longer considered suspicious

Terrace RCMP and Fire Department officials have determined that a fire on Halliwell Avenue was not suspicious in nature.

From the CFTK TV Archives


August 3 -- Terrace Councillors; who's running, who's not

Two council members have announced that they do not plan to seek re-election this October, a look at the current intentions of the Terrace City Council membership.

From the CFTK TV archives


August 3 -- Terrace looks to add more members to RCMP detachment

The City of Terrace has submitted an official request to add more members to the local detachment levels.

From the CFTK TV Archives


August 3 -- Terrace RCMP investigate Scott Avenue homcide

The Terrace detachment of the RCMP has opened a homicide file after an incident at a residence on Scott Road in the city.

From the CFTK TV archives


Thursday, August 2, 2018

August 2 -- Witset Water Issues

Maintenance officials in Witset continue to go door to door in the community looking for leaks and other potential problems related to the town's water supply.

From the CFTK TV archives


August 2 -- Supportive Housing project gets underway in Terrace

Politicians and housing officials were in Terrace this week for a groundbreaking ceremony for a 52 unit supportive housing project in the community.

From the CFTK TV archives


August 2 -- Wildfires bring state of emergency and evacuation orders for Bulkley Nechako

Wildfires that are burning in the Bulkley Nechako District have given officials cause to issue a state of emergency notice and put in place evacuation orders.

From the CFTK TV archives


Wednesday, August 1, 2018

August 1 -- LNG Canada officials meet with Terrace City Council

Members of Terrace City Council received an update on the progress of the LNG Canada terminal project proposed for Kitimat.

From the CFTK TV archives