KK Charlesworth elected councillor for Hudson’s Hope

Tom Summer Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

A by-election tie was broken today for the District of Hudson’s Hope, with the completion of a judicial recount. The district made the official announcement on social media.

KK Charlesworth was elected councillor after the tie was decided by lot at the Fort St. John Law Courts, drawing names placed in sealed envelopes.

Charlesworth was tied with fellow candidate Jeanette McDougall at 113 votes, forcing the matter to be decided by judicial recount. With the position finally filled, the byelection is officially concluded, and the new council will have their first official sitting on August 14.

Tom Summer, Alaska Highway News, Local Journalism Initiative. Have a story idea or opinion? Email tsummer@ahnfsj.ca

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Rob Brown Managing Editor Dawson Creek Mirror

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Hudson’s Hope RCMP hosting community coffee talks

Tom Summer Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

The Hudson’s Hope RCMP have been begun hosting a coffee meet and greet with local first responders, including the fire department, BC Emergency Health Services (BCEHS) and the health clinic.

Organized and spearheaded by Cpl. Erich Schmidt, the officer said it’s been a good opportunity to meet with the community in a more relaxed setting and answer any questions might have about emergency services, policing, healthcare, or fire regulations.

“It kind of just took the idea of the coffee with a cop kind of feel, and just expanded it, and made it more coffee with the first responders,” said Schmidt. “So not only the RCMP, but the fire department, BCEHS, and the nurses and staff from the health clinic.”

The Hudson’s Hope RCMP detachment recently welcomed two new members, constables Jim Wall and Cara Volz. The new officers are settling in well, said Schmidt, helping to tackle a busy summer season tending to mo-

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“We got our two new members in, so it was kind of an opportunity for them to also integrate into the community, have a meet and greet with people,” said Schmidt.

Schmidt wants to continue hosting the coffee talks, with one meeting already in May, and another this past week on August 2. He plans to have the meetings every couple of months, hosting them at the Pearkes Centre.

“It gives the ability for community residents to come in and any questions, you kind of have it all covered,” he said.

Tom Summer, Alaska Highway News, Local Journalism Initiative. Have a story idea or opinion? Email tsummer@ahnfsj.ca

Tom Summer Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

The Peace River Regional District, the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality, and the City of Fort St. John are taking part in a shared accessibility strategy for Northeast BC. The strategy is intended to identify barriers for those with disabilities and ensure everyone can participate in their community.

Members of the public are needed to form an accessibility committee who will meet quarterly over the next two years to identify current barriers and make suggestions to make the region more inclusive.

Everyone is welcome to apply to take part in the committee, but preference is being given to those who have a disability or organization which serves individuals with disabilities to ensure the committee includes personal and firsthand experience.

Successful applicants will act as ambassadors for strategy and advisors for the project team. The deadline to apply is August 13 by midnight, by following the link here. If assistance or support is needed to complete the application, they can call 778-844-0616.

Tom Summer, Alaska Highway News, Local JournalismInitiative. Have a story idea or opinion? Email tsummer@ahnfsj.ca

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Dawson Creek RCMP impounds multiple vehicles, seize illicit drugs

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Rob Brown Managing Editor Dawson Creek Mirror

During the first week of August, 2023, officers with BC Highway Patrol – Dawson Creek were busy keeping local highways safe through targeted enforcement of dangerous driving behaviours.

BCHP impounded nine vehicles over the course of five days, including five impaired drivers and four vehicles for excessive speed in and around the Dawson Creek area.

One of these stops resulted in the driver attempting to flee the scene, but he was quickly apprehended. A search subsequent to the arrest revealed that the driver was in possession of 52 grams of illicit drugs including suspected cocaine, methamphetamine and fentanyl. The driver now faces multiple charges including prohibited driving, impaired driving, obstruction, and possession of a drug for the purpose of trafficking.

Various suspected drugs in both large and small clear plastic bags

BC Highway Patrol would like to remind road users that officers will be conducting enhanced road check activities in anticipation of the Dawson Creek Fair during the upcoming weekend. If you partake in the festivities, please do so responsibly and arrange for a sober driver, taxi or transit.