Shaun Thomas

Gitxsan Nation House Group launches legal challenge to pipeline for Lelu Island terminal

A group within the Gitxsan Nation is filing a legal challenge to the pipeline that would supply gas to a terminal on Lelu Island.

Bill Helin

Memorial totem pole raised at the Crest Hotel

The first Tsimshian totem pole to be raised in Prince Rupert in more than a decade was erected at the Crest Hotel on Oct. 13.

Bill Helin

Symposium to address transportation options on Highway 16 corridor

Transportation options available between Prince Rupert and Prince George will be the focus of a symposium planned for Smithers next month.

District of Port Edward funding rail crossing upgrades to cut down on whistling

The District of Port Edward is putting its money where its mouth is when it comes to stopping trains from whistling in town.

City to decommission and cleanup Bunker C tanks located in Moresby Park

The City of Prince Rupert is undertaking a cleanup of Bunker C oil tanks in Moresby Park.

The system failed them

Some of the testimony at the inquest into the deaths of Robert and Angie Robinson was tough to listen to.

A week-long inquest examined the circumstances that led Angie Robinson to take the life of her son Robert before committing suicide.

Week-long inquest hears tragic tale of Angie and Robert Robinson

What started as a routine check for wellness call turned out to be one of the most tragic events in Prince Rupert's history.

A week-long inquest examined the circumstances that led Angie Robinson to take the life of her son Robert before committing suicide.
The Rushbrook Floats boat launched will be closed for repairs at the end of October.

Rushbrook boat launch closing for repairs at the end of October

People looking to hit the waters around Prince Rupert at the end of October will need to make the trip to Port Edward to launch their boat.

The Rushbrook Floats boat launched will be closed for repairs at the end of October.

Almost 100 fewer properties sold in Prince Rupert in 2015 than in 2014

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

Representatives from the Nine Allied Tribes of Lax Kw'alaams gather to sign an exclusivity and benefits agreement with Eagle Spirit Energy.

Nine Allied Tribes of Lax Kw’alaams sign benefits agreement with Eagle Spirit Energy, question authority of mayor and council

The Nine Allied Tribes of Lax Kw'alaams have signed an exclusivity and benefits agreement in support of the Eagle Spirit Energy project.

Representatives from the Nine Allied Tribes of Lax Kw'alaams gather to sign an exclusivity and benefits agreement with Eagle Spirit Energy.

Hereditary chiefs, elected chiefs call for energy corridor across northern B.C.

Hereditary chiefs and several elected chiefs from across Northern B.C. are calling an energy corridor for oil and natural gas pipelines.

Prince Rupert SPCA seeking volunteers

The Prince Rupert SPCA is undertaking a trap-neuter-release program for feral cats in the city and is seeking volunteers to help

Cunningham’s rural reminder

This week I offer up a tip of my proverbial hat to Coun. Barry Cunningham for standing up in a room full of elected officials...

A group of surveyors are escorted from Flora Bank.

Lelu Island occupiers escort ‘unauthorized’ surveying crew off of Flora Bank

The group occupying Lelu Island say they "escorted" a group of surveyors off of Flora Bank on Monday morning.

A group of surveyors are escorted from Flora Bank.

Metlakatla signs project agreement for Prince Rupert Gas Transmission pipeline

Metlakatla has signed an agreement that will see financial and other benefits from the Prince Rupert Gas Transmission (PRGT) project.

Firefighters battle a blaze on Summit Avenue on Sunday afternoon.

Accidental fire claims Summit Avenue residence

A residence on Summit Avenue was completely destroyed after a fire broke out early Sunday afternoon.

Firefighters battle a blaze on Summit Avenue on Sunday afternoon.
Premier Christy Clark and Prince Rupert Mayor Lee Brain at this year's Union of British Columbia Municipalities Conference.

Prince Rupert mayor has ‘incredible vision’, Premier tells UBCM delegates

Prince Rupert Mayor Lee Brain was praised by Premier Christy Clark in her keynote address to municipal leaders from around the province.

Premier Christy Clark and Prince Rupert Mayor Lee Brain at this year's Union of British Columbia Municipalities Conference.
A rendering of the Aurora LNG facility on Digby Island shown at the open house.

Aurora LNG hosts open house as Dodge Cove residents raise concerns

Residents had their chance to weigh in on what should be covered by environmental assessment of Aurora LNG on Wednesday night.

A rendering of the Aurora LNG facility on Digby Island shown at the open house.

Actions, not words, needed

Make no mistake about it, there is a homeless problem here in Prince Rupert and it is only going to get worse as time goes by.

Nicholas John

Heart of our City: Nicholas John takes Prince Rupert art to the world

What some may see as discarded, unusable items, Prince Rupert’s Nicholas John sees as a blank canvas to showcase his creativity.

Nicholas John