Shaun Thomas

Port Edward offers support to Prince Rupert Gas Transmission pipeline

The District of Port Edward council has lent its support the TransCanada's Prince Rupert Gas Transmission project (PRGT).

City crews work to repair a broken water main at the corner of 8th Avenue East and Frederick Street.

Water main breaks on Prince Rupert’s east side

City crews were called into action shortly before 7 p.m. on Oct. 21 to deal with a broken water main.

City crews work to repair a broken water main at the corner of 8th Avenue East and Frederick Street.
The Rubntug sisters

‘Lovely ladies’ compete to support transition house

Perhaps it was her grace, her elegance, her poise and her beauty that captured the imagination of the judges.

The Rubntug sisters

Advanced voting proves popular choice

While the federal election may not have happened until Monday, thousands of people across the region cast their ballots early.

The Amarantha is escorted by tug into Northland Terminal.

Amarantha to undergo repairs at Northland Cruise Terminal

There will be a large freighter docked at Northland Terminal over the next few days as crews work on repairing the Amarantha.

The Amarantha is escorted by tug into Northland Terminal.
Northern Savings Credit Union laid off 12 employees from its head office on Third Avenue West.

Northern Savings interim president and CEO discusses recent layoffs

Northern Savings Credit Union has laid off 12 people at its head office in Prince Rupert.

Northern Savings Credit Union laid off 12 employees from its head office on Third Avenue West.
Pacific NorthWest LNG is hoping to begin construction shortly after CEAA approval.

Pacific Northwest LNG looks ahead to 2016

Pacific NorthWest LNG president Michael Culbert says the company is optimistic heading into the new year.

Pacific NorthWest LNG is hoping to begin construction shortly after CEAA approval.
Jane Handforth accepts a $500 cheque from Ed Evans of the Prince Rupert Auto Club to support the Oct. 24 Ladies Night fundraiser to benefit the Prince Rupert Hospital operating room

Ladies Night

Jane Handforth accepts a $500 cheque from Ed Evans of the Prince Rupert Auto Club.

Jane Handforth accepts a $500 cheque from Ed Evans of the Prince Rupert Auto Club to support the Oct. 24 Ladies Night fundraiser to benefit the Prince Rupert Hospital operating room

Free movies for a good cause

Residents of the North Coast will be able to enjoy free movies on Saturday morning beginning at 9 a.m.

Rick Trayling built Trayling’s Tackle from the ground up over the course of two decades.

Heart of our City: Family, friends and fishing key for Rick Trayling

If you’ll pardon the pun, it is safe to say that Rick Trayling was hooked on fishing from an early age.

Rick Trayling built Trayling’s Tackle from the ground up over the course of two decades.

Looking back at Election 2015

By the time this paper goes to press, the election will be over and Canada may or may not have a new government.

Work is underway to replace the sidewalk along Third Avenue West.

Work underway to replace sidewalks on Third Avenue West

The City of Prince Rupert has begun work to rehabilitate sidewalks in the downtown core, part of a five year plan.

Work is underway to replace the sidewalk along Third Avenue West.
Skeena - Bulkley Valley MP Nathan Cullen addresses supporters in Smithers following his victory.

UPDATE: Candidates reflect on 2015 federal election

Nathan Cullen has been re-elected as MP for the Skeena - Bulkley Valley riding.

Skeena - Bulkley Valley MP Nathan Cullen addresses supporters in Smithers following his victory.

Former Odin Seafood dock to be demolished

Work to remove the former Odin Seafood dock in Cow Bay will begin this weekend, a project that will last until the middle of December.

Port Ed not keen on fourplex plan

While one resident may have visions of a new fourplex being built on his property, Port Edward council m not be a fan of the idea.

Realty sales fall in 2015

Almost 100 fewer properties were sold in Prince Rupert during the first three quarters of 2015 compared to the same time in 2014...

Hats off to Port Edward council

Every second Tuesday of the month, I sit in Port Edward council chambers to find out the latest happenings in that community...

This weekend

Over the Rainbow 2015: Focusing on early childhood education

For more information or to register for the conference, contact ECEBC via phone at 778-884-2486

This weekend
The new officers and members of the newly-formed Royal Puprle Lodge 8

Sea of Purple

Julie Stevens, past Honoured Royal Lady of the Canadian Royal Purple Society, was delighted to do honour of inducting...

The new officers and members of the newly-formed Royal Puprle Lodge 8

Fairview traffic climbs as Maersk makes first call

Traffic through Fairview Terminal is up by 30 per cent this year as the terminal continues toward a record-breaking year.