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Famous elk back with new headgear on Vancouver Island

Famous elk back with new headgear on Vancouver Island

He’s sporting a tarp, an innertube, and windchimes now but he’s the same frisky fellow from last year.
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In The Black: Rancher helps find cattle in Elephant Hill fire

In The Black: Rancher helps find cattle in Elephant Hill fire

‘There is nothing that won’t burn’
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Take-Home Naloxone Program marks fifth year; stigma reduction next hurdle

Provincial Health Services Authority / Ministry of Mental Health and Addictions
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Simpcw host First Fish ceremony at Raft River

Simpcw host First Fish ceremony at Raft River

Event at Raft River viewing platform includes sharing food and knowledge
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Osprey rescued after falling out of nest in Cowichan Bay

Osprey rescued after falling out of nest in Cowichan Bay

Young bird fell from nest
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Buckerfields commits to “living wage” for employees

Buckerfields commits to “living wage” for employees

Duncan-based company said it was the right thing to do
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Toy Run is a great success

Toy Run is a great success

The Barriere Food Bank Society benefited from the 2017 Thunder Alley Stomp’n Toy Run with a total of $9697.33 raised from the event. Food Bank volunteers sent out a big “thanks” to Paul Morris and company for holding this event to benefit the Barriere Food Bank. “The people of Barriere and surrounding communities are outstanding in their generosity,” said a food bank rep.
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NT Fall Fair and Rodeo favoured with numerous visitors and no smoke

NT Fall Fair and Rodeo favoured with numerous visitors and no smoke

The 68th North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo (NTFFRA) is now a part of Barriere’s history books. The annual event came off without a hitch over the Labour Day Weekend, and attendees went home with good memories and full tummies from all the tasty food offered up by a nice selection of vendors. The big parade on Saturday morning saw 30 entries travel along Barriere Town Road to the fairgrounds and into the rodeo arena on arrival.
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Recall of tainted pineapple products expanded in BC

Recall of tainted pineapple products expanded in BC

The ongoing investigation into hepatitis A virus found in Western Family brand, or unbranded, products has been expanded.
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Fifty-plus cats surrendered to Victoria BC SPCA from single home

Fifty-plus cats surrendered to Victoria BC SPCA from single home

It will cost tens of thousands to rehabilitate the animals
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