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Skeena Sawmills in 2020, during better times, before financial challenges led to its untapped potential for provincial improvement funds and eventual closure. (Black Press Media file photo)

Terrace’s Skeena Sawmills fails to secure provincial aid before closure

Skeena Sawmills, affiliates close without seeking provincial funds for a crucial $17.5M upgrade plan

Skeena Sawmills in 2020, during better times, before financial challenges led to its untapped potential for provincial improvement funds and eventual closure. (Black Press Media file photo)
This 5000 Block of Keith Avenue property in Terrace, part of the 15 acres recently sold to Progressive Ventures Ltd., awaits future development, marking a new chapter for the former lumber company land. (Staff photo)

City of Terrace sells former sawmill lands to local developer for $5.02 million

Terrace sells 15-acre former lumber land to Progressive Ventures for development

This 5000 Block of Keith Avenue property in Terrace, part of the 15 acres recently sold to Progressive Ventures Ltd., awaits future development, marking a new chapter for the former lumber company land. (Staff photo)
Terrace Remembrance Day Marshal Brian Kirkaldy approaches the cenotaph on in 2018. Kirkaldy passed away last month and the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 13, in Terrace, is looking for a parade marshal for this year’s Remembrance Day parade. (Black Press Media file photo)

Terrace Remembrance Day parade at risk without key volunteers

Legion seeks key volunteers to save Remembrance Day parade amid shortage

Terrace Remembrance Day Marshal Brian Kirkaldy approaches the cenotaph on in 2018. Kirkaldy passed away last month and the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 13, in Terrace, is looking for a parade marshal for this year’s Remembrance Day parade. (Black Press Media file photo)
Workers from Hands on Contracting actively dismantle the aging canopy on the 4600 block of Lakelse Ave. in Terrace, marking a significant step towards the block’s transformation. (Staff photo)

City of Terrace begins $159,000 canopy removal on Lakelse Avenue

Hands on Contracting tackles first phase of outdated canopy demolition

Workers from Hands on Contracting actively dismantle the aging canopy on the 4600 block of Lakelse Ave. in Terrace, marking a significant step towards the block’s transformation. (Staff photo)
Terrace’s Skeena Bioenergy pellet plant stands silent, its doors barricaded with cement blocks, a stark symbol of Skeena Sawmills’ unfolding bankruptcy ordeal. (Staff photo)

Terrace’s Skeena Sawmills workers eligible for provincial early retirement relief

Program offers up to $75,000 for workers 55 and older impacted by economic downturns

Terrace’s Skeena Bioenergy pellet plant stands silent, its doors barricaded with cement blocks, a stark symbol of Skeena Sawmills’ unfolding bankruptcy ordeal. (Staff photo)
The U15 softball team from Terrace won gold at the provincial finals this year. Skeena Valley Meats was a sponsor. (Contributed photo)

Young coaches lead Terrace softball teams to medal success at provincials

Terrace’s young coaches guide teams to gold and silver at provincials

The U15 softball team from Terrace won gold at the provincial finals this year. Skeena Valley Meats was a sponsor. (Contributed photo)
The newly paved final stretch of the Grand Trunk Pathway, connecting the heart of Terrace to the Kalum River Bridge, symbolizes enhanced accessibility and community ties. (Staff photo)

Final stretch of Terrace’s Grand Trunk Pathway to Kalum River Bridge completed

Proposed name change to pay tribute to historic Tsimshian couple, reflecting ties to Kitsumkalum

The newly paved final stretch of the Grand Trunk Pathway, connecting the heart of Terrace to the Kalum River Bridge, symbolizes enhanced accessibility and community ties. (Staff photo)
Protesters of the provincial sexual orientation gender identities (SOGI) school curriculum gathered first at the Coast Mountains School School District 82 office on Kenney Street in Terrace on Sept. 20 before marching to Terrace City Hall. (Staff photo)

Terrace City Hall becomes flashpoint for SOGI curriculum protests

Differing views on the SOGI curriculum lead to vocal demonstrations in the heart of Terrace

Protesters of the provincial sexual orientation gender identities (SOGI) school curriculum gathered first at the Coast Mountains School School District 82 office on Kenney Street in Terrace on Sept. 20 before marching to Terrace City Hall. (Staff photo)
Canfor has announced it will demolish its old mill in Houston and build a new one. (File photo)

Canfor to build new mill in Houston

Announcement ends months of uncertainty for the community

Canfor has announced it will demolish its old mill in Houston and build a new one. (File photo)
Debbie Letawksi, left, and daughter Britny Charron, who also worked for Debbie, board a VIA train on their last day of duty at the George Little House and VIA station the end of July. (Contributed photo)

Debbie Letawski ends 18-year tenure at Terrace’s George Little House

Letawski leaves George Little House as city opts for new management

Debbie Letawksi, left, and daughter Britny Charron, who also worked for Debbie, board a VIA train on their last day of duty at the George Little House and VIA station the end of July. (Contributed photo)
The City of Terrace has apologized to Jessica McCallum-Miller, shown here being sworn in as a city councillor in 2018, for what it terms “system racism” causing her to resign. (Black Press Media file photo)

City of Terrace apologizes to former city councillor for ‘systemic racism’

Jessica McCallum-Miller resigned in February 2021 citing ‘racism’ and ‘sexism’

The City of Terrace has apologized to Jessica McCallum-Miller, shown here being sworn in as a city councillor in 2018, for what it terms “system racism” causing her to resign. (Black Press Media file photo)
Nass Valley youth were introduced to the essentials of police working during a one-day Aug. 26 academy sponsored by the Lisims Nass Valley RCMP detachment. (Photo courtesy the Lisims Nass Valley RCMP)

Lisims Nass Valley RCMP’s youth academy fosters bonds, inspires future officers

Young participants tackle obstacle courses, learn policing basics and connect with officers

Nass Valley youth were introduced to the essentials of police working during a one-day Aug. 26 academy sponsored by the Lisims Nass Valley RCMP detachment. (Photo courtesy the Lisims Nass Valley RCMP)
Amy Parent, right, is shown with the Ni’isjoohl memorial pole alongside Nisga’a Chief Earl Stephens during a visit to the National Museum of Scotland in this handout image provided by National Museums Scotland. Parent says the pole is set to begin its month-long journey home to the Nisga’a Nation in northwestern British Columbia. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO-National Museums Scotland-Neil Hanna

Century-old totem pole to return to Nass Valley from Scotland’s National Museum

Stolen Nisga’a totem pole makes historic return from Scotland after 94 years

Amy Parent, right, is shown with the Ni’isjoohl memorial pole alongside Nisga’a Chief Earl Stephens during a visit to the National Museum of Scotland in this handout image provided by National Museums Scotland. Parent says the pole is set to begin its month-long journey home to the Nisga’a Nation in northwestern British Columbia. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO-National Museums Scotland-Neil Hanna
Tyler Dozzi, far left, has been a competitive cross country runner for the past decade. (Contributed photo)

Training keeps Terrace runner top in his field

Tyler Dozzi eyes world cross country championships next year in Croatia

Tyler Dozzi, far left, has been a competitive cross country runner for the past decade. (Contributed photo)
The remains of John Klukas, 64, who was reported missing in July 2022, were found near the Copper River in Thornhill on Aug. 24, 2023. (Black Press Media file photo)

Missing Thornhill man’s remains found near Copper River

John Klukas was reported missing in early July 2022

The remains of John Klukas, 64, who was reported missing in July 2022, were found near the Copper River in Thornhill on Aug. 24, 2023. (Black Press Media file photo)
A City of Terrace plan to remove the canopy overhanging the sidewalks on the 4600 block of Lakelse Avenue is moving forward this year. (Staff photo)

Terrace begins overhaul of Lakelse Avenue by removing dated canopy

City funds Lakelse Avenue revamp, starting with removal of the outdated canopy

A City of Terrace plan to remove the canopy overhanging the sidewalks on the 4600 block of Lakelse Avenue is moving forward this year. (Staff photo)
The Terrace Sportsplex, soon to undergo renovations, will feature a city-operated before-school and after-school daycare space. This initiative comes as a response to the identified need for more licensed childcare in the City of Terrace. The renovated space, supported by federal and provincial funding, is set to open by October. (Black Press Media file photo)

City of Terrace to open child care program at the Terrace Sportsplex

It’ll provide before and after school care for school-aged children

The Terrace Sportsplex, soon to undergo renovations, will feature a city-operated before-school and after-school daycare space. This initiative comes as a response to the identified need for more licensed childcare in the City of Terrace. The renovated space, supported by federal and provincial funding, is set to open by October. (Black Press Media file photo)
Kitimat-Stikine Regional District Director Ted Ramsey is holding up a payment to Terrace’s Heritage Park Museum. (Heritage Park Museum photo)

Thornhill director seeks constituent input on Heritage Park Museum funding

Thornhill Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine Director Ted Ramsey held up the payment this year

Kitimat-Stikine Regional District Director Ted Ramsey is holding up a payment to Terrace’s Heritage Park Museum. (Heritage Park Museum photo)
Coast Mountain College nursing student Brylee Dos Santos with a patient simulation manikin providing the opportunity for hands-on training. (Coast Mountain College photo)

Coast Mountain College offers $1,500 bursary to address nursing shortage

Coast Mountain College combats nursing shortage with student incentives

Coast Mountain College nursing student Brylee Dos Santos with a patient simulation manikin providing the opportunity for hands-on training. (Coast Mountain College photo)
A pickup truck loaded with firewood and tires sits scorched on Clinton Street in Terrace following a suspicious early morning blaze on Aug. 17. (Staff photo)

‘Suspicious’ fire engulfs pickup in Terrace, marking second blaze in a week

Terrace RCMP are calling the early morning blaze on Clinton Street ‘suspicious’

A pickup truck loaded with firewood and tires sits scorched on Clinton Street in Terrace following a suspicious early morning blaze on Aug. 17. (Staff photo)