Court rules B.C. must fix mineral claims system after Gitxaala challenge

Members of the Gitxaala Nation, including Chief Councillor Linda Innes, front right, march to B.C. Supreme Court in Vancouver, B.C., Monday, April 3, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
Judge says B.C. has a duty to consult, but rejects bid to quash existing claims
In 2016, it cost $1.2 million to remove the Viki Lyne II from Ladysmith’s harbour - accounting for nearly twice the 2023 budget currently allocated to Transport Canada for the disposal of derelict vessels. (Photo from Aaron Stone’s X account)

Derelict boats, Part 3: Solution mired in governmental bureaucracy
Ashleigh Daniels, a police officer in Coquitlam signs the book of condolences for fallen Ridge Meadows RCMP Const. Rick O’Brien. (Colleen Flanagan/The News)

Fundraiser for family of fallen Lower Mainland officer at more than $100,000
Oregon launches legal psilocybin access amid high demand and hopes for improved mental health care

Oregon launches legal psilocybin access amid high demand and hopes for improved mental health care
Why mountain biking should be your new travel activity — plus tips for beginners

Why mountain biking should be your new travel activity — plus tips for beginners

Pierre Poilievre’s Conservatives are 1 points ahead of the Liberals in a new Leger survey. (Canadian Press)

Poilievre, Tories maintaining lead according to Leger survey
The integrated Homicide Investigation Team is investigating after 58-year-old Henry Doyle was found on a forest service road with his dirt bike on the Sunshine Coast on Sept. 23, 2023. He died of his injuries. (IHIT)

Man’s death on Sunshine Coast forest service road deemed suspicious: Police
The retired BC Ferries vessel Queen of Sidney, top, that was in operation from 1960 to 2000, and another derelict vessel are seen moored on the Fraser River, in Mission, B.C., on Tuesday, July 18, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

Canada slowly creating wreck inventory as it tackles derelict vessel issue
Kelowna’s Laura Draycott is in the running for Ms. Senior World 50. (Instagram/@laurainkelowna)

B.C. woman only Canadian in the running for Ms Senior World

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The B.C. Human Rights Tribunal says a Vancouver juice bar manager discriminated against one of his employees from 2019 on the basis of sex and race. The complainant, who was 13 years old at the time, was awarded close to $28,000. (Credit: Unsplash)

Black 13-year-old accused of stealing from B.C. employer wins rights complaint

Mohawk artist Lee Claremont presents to the Indigenous Art Studio class at Mount Boucherie Secondary School. (Photo courtesy of Jim Elwood)

New B.C. grad requirement introduces students to local Indigenous teachings

Chief Harley Chappell and SFN youth drummers, singers and dancers lead the walk from Grand Chief Bernard Robert Charles Plaza to Memorial Park to mark the second annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Sept. 30, 2022. (Alex Browne file photo)

‘These are our lands’: B.C. First Nation chief on Truth & Reconciliation Day

Victoria Mayor Marianne Alto outside city hall on Sept. 25 as she calls on the federal government to release housing funds that, in her view, are owed to the city. (Jake Romphf/ News Staff)

Victoria to feds: we’re ready, where’s our $28M for housing?

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Tyler Turner and Kayleen Vanderree compete in The Amazing Race Canada.. (Photo Courtesy of CTV)

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B.C. Premier David Eby speaks during a news conference in Kamloops, B.C., on September 11, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

B.C. will get info it needs to protect people after Sikh killing: Eby

Premier says Ottawa has offered no new information, but commitments made

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Melina Jacques’ wood-burned birch panel artworks, “Depression” and “Anxiety,” depict the emotional and psychological weight of mental health struggles. Set to be featured at the “Art Tracks: Come Walk With Me in My Shoes” exhibit, the pieces capture the challenges of navigating a world fraught with societal pressures and internal conflicts. (Contributed photo)

Terrace art show to combat mental health stigma through diverse artworks

Highlighting voices: ‘Art Tracks’ showcases the healing power of art and mental health

Katie Kmet, a featured artist at the Skeena Salmon Arts Show, immersed in her craft as she brings a new acrylic masterpiece to life. (Contributed photo)

A closer look at 2023 Skeena Salmon Arts Show featured artist Katie Kmet

Kmet’s work captures nature’s essence with vivid acrylic strokes

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Obituaries

Soffia ‘Geri’ Moore

Sep 15th, 2023

George Andrew Clark

Aug 27th, 2023

Brian Douglas Kirkaldy

Aug 20th, 2023

Denine Smith

Aug 17th, 2023

Allan Kennedy

Aug 12th, 2023

Lillian June ‘Lou’ Lewis

Aug 4th, 2023

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Sports
The Vancouver Canucks held an intrasquad scrimmage at the Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre during day three of their Victoria training camp on Sept. 23. (Jake Romphf/News Staff)

Victoria hockey fans delighted as training camp brings Canucks up close

Greater Victoria NHLer takes the ice in front of Vancouver Island fans

Vancouver Canucks’ Quinn Hughes takes part in the opening day of the NHL hockey team’s training camp in Victoria, Thursday, Sept. 21, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

New captain Quinn says Vancouver Canucks will be a family

‘It’s definitely not a dictatorship, there’s going to be lots of guys speaking up’

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Opinion

A black bear stands tall amidst a forested area, surveying its surroundings. Wildfires and harsh weather conditions are pushing bears closer to residential zones. (Black Press Media file photo)

COLUMN: Increased bear sightings near Smithers due to wildfires, dry conditions

Increased bear sightings due to wildfires and adverse weather prompt safety warnings

An eerily vacant yard at Skeena Sawmills along Hwy 16, west of Terrace, captured on Sept. 9, highlighting the stark downturn of a once-thriving enterprise. (Staff photo)

EDITORIAL: Repeated Terrace sawmill failures demand Premier Eby’s explanation

Urgent government action needed to prevent future collapses, as third Terrace sawmill fails

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    Karen Kain is photographed on the red carpet for the film “Swan Song” during the Toronto International Film Festival, in Toronto, Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christopher Katsarov

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          Community steps up to help youth in Terrace and surrounding areas

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