Tree planter victim of bear attack near Tumbler
Last week saw a tree planter attacked by a bear in the Peace.
Few details have been released at press time, but statements from the Conservation Officer Service says it happened Thursday near Tumbler Ridge.
The victim has been airlifted to hospital in Prince George.
The service did not note if the attack involved a grizzly or a black bear.
Four officers have been assigned to investigate what happened.
They will determine next steps if they can track and identify the bear to determine why it might have charged at the victim.
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Some deep support for Step Up n’ Ride
Deep Physio supporters Amelia and Mom Nicole, Hayden, Joanne, Kim, Jordanna, and Megan, along with Dawson Creek Co-op’s Robin celebrate the end of the ninth annual Deep Physio Summer solstice run.
More than $2,075 was raised for Step Up N’ Ride.
83 runners took part in the 2023 run – and organizers are gearing up for 2024’s special tenth year anniversary.
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Fatal plane crash - RCMP look for witnesses
Police seek witnesses to plane crash.
Police look to speak with witnesses after a small plane crash killed one man near Simpson Lake on Sunday afternoon. On June 25 at 5:41 pm Chetwynd RCMP received a report of a plane crash at Simpson Lake in the Mount Lemoray area.
Police attended the crash site and confirmed that the pilot and sole occupant of the small aircraft had died in the crash. The cause of the crash is still under investigation and police are seeking any witnesses to the crash, or any of its flight prior to the crash.
The aircraft was a small, grey, two-seated Savannah rotax ultralight.
“There are indications that the pilot may have been attempting to make a landing prior to the crash, either at Simson Lake, or possibly Heart Lake,” said Sergeant Wahnese Antonioni, Detachment Commander for the Chetwynd RCMP.
“Witnesses or video of the plane that day could play a significant role in determining causal factors in this tragic crash.”
Anyone with any information is asked to call the Chetwynd RCMP at 250-788-9221.
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Treaty 8 First Nations pull land sharing request from PRRD
Four Treaty 8 First Nations have withdrawn their request to the Peace River Regional District (PRRD) for support of an initiative designed to connect Treaty 8 members with private landowners who wish to allow individuals to practice Treaty rights on their land.
“The initiative initially received support from 11 of the 12 PRRD directors. Unfortunately, disinformation about it was circulated online, and the June 8 PRRD committee
of the whole meeting was disrupted by a crowd of angry landowners. The meeting was ultimately shut down by the fire marshal due to overcrowding. The PRRD subsequently rescinded its support for the initiative,” said officials.
The proliferation of false information about this initiative on social media has inflamed tensions and divisions in the northeast, threatening to reverse any tentative progress that was being made on
reconciliation at the regional level, said officials. The negative backlash has also affected the Saskatchewan Treaty Land Sharing Network, which is not affiliated with this initiative in any way.
As a result, the First Nations say they have decided not to pursue this initiative and to allow the much needed work of reconciliation to continue without this distraction.
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Cell service connections to improve
A newly completed cellular connectivity project between Nicolson and Harrogate will provide access to 911 services in the Kootenay region along approximately 25 kilometres of Highway 95, the KootenayColumbia highway.
In the event of a crisis, regardless of their cellular provider, people will be able to call 911 for emergency services between Nicolson and Harrogate, as well as at the Braisher Creek rest area.
“The number one reason
government is investing in highway cellular connectivity projects is to increase public safety,” said Lisa Beare, Minister of Citizens’ Services in a statement today.
“We are committed to expanding access to cellular service, and that includes rural and remote areas, because everyone deserves to feel safe on B.C. highways.”
$773,000 has been invested for the cellular connectivity project along the stretch of highway. Rogers Communications
contributed more than $509,000. In March 2023, the Province announced another $75 million through the Connecting British Columbia program. The program is administered by Northern Development Initiative Trust, to help fund projects that will expand cellular service to at least another 550 kilometres of highway by 2027.
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Wildcats B-Ball team drops almost 1000 lbs. to Networks Ministries
The DC Wildcats basketball team was the assist in helping the community donate 951.3 lbs of non-perishable food items to the Networks Ministries Food Bank
Since 2016, the Dawson Creek Wildcats Basketball Club has aimed to provide basketball opportunities and life lessons to the youth in the area.
“The inaugural Wildcats Give Back Food Drive was an opportunity for our youth club members to show their thanks, and make a positive impact in their community,” say team officials.
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storage area as well as a temporary parking lot on Northern Lights College’s property, south of the new hospital site,” note officials
of material from the site while in August, workers will begin forming and pouring the concrete footings and foundation walls.
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Over the next month, excavation for the hospital basement will begin. This will require removal of approximately 56,000 m3
Come the fall, a pair of large tower cranes will be installed on site to continue building the
Officials were on hand late last month for a groundbreaking announcement at the site.
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Summer fun in the park
If you are bored each Wednesday and of child or youth age - or a parent of one - your midweek just picked up.
From 10 to 11:30 each morning sees weather permitting summer fun in the park dates set. July 19 will see a gathering at Canalta, while July wraps on the 26th at Tremblay Elementary.
The action picks up in
August again at Frank Ross, before heading back to Crescent Park on Aug. 9, Canalta for Aug. 16, Tremblay for the 23rd and the 30th back again at Ecole Frank Ross.
Join up for outdoor creations, stories, and more. 250-782-1138 for more details.
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This month officials expect the public to see activity on the site with work underway for site mobilization and preparation, east of the current Dawson Creek NLC campus.
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OPINION Langevin: why prayers are not answered
Gerard Langevin Columnist
Years ago I was encouraging a colleague to turn his life to Jesus. He told me that God doesn’t answer his prayers. He went on to state that he had asked God for five things and never got them. I replied, “What did you pray for?” As he attempted to rebuttal my position, each time he was about to speak, he said, “Well, He did answer that, and that, and that one too… but I asked Him for a car and never got one.” I suggested, “Why don’t you just go and buy one?”
We often expect our prayers to be answered on our terms. As with this fellow, how many of our prayers have been answered and we simply did not recognize it. We know that God is not some big genie in the sky who is there to answer our every beckon and call. We can see throughout creation, and the Biblical morals, that God is a God of laws and principles. Certainly, if we want our prayers to be answered, He has terms and conditions. Let’s look at some:
-FAITH – “But let him ask in faith nothing wavering. For he that wavers is like the waves of the sea driven with the wind and tossed. For let not that man think that he shall receive anything of the Lord”. James 1:6-8
- ACCORDING TO HIS WILL – “…if we ask anything according to His will, we know He hears us. And if we know He hears us…we know we have the petition we desired of Him.”
1 John 5:14-15
-WRONG MOTIVES – “You ask, and you receive not, because you ask amiss, that you may consume it upon your lusts.” James 4:3
-DEFIANCE AND REBELLION- “If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear me.” Psalm 66:18. No different than as children with their parents, can we be walking in willful disobedience and expect God to answer our prayers.
-THE ACTION OF FAITH – I will park on this for a moment. We know we must have faith to please God, but our faith may require action. Abraham was a man of faith, yet in His faith he did what He knew God required of him. God is gracious regarding our weaknesses and ignorance, and He might answer our prayer, but there is a point where it is time to step out and do what God expects of us. For instance, if you are praying for a job, maybe you should put feet to your faith and knock on some doors. Jesus said, “Ask, and it shall be given you;
Seek, and you shall find; Knock, and the door shall be opened.” Mathew 7:7
-PATIENCE- “You have need of patience, that after you have done the will of God, you might receive the promise.” Hebrews 10:36
Faith also requires patience. For God to answer prayers, we have no idea how much may be involved for Him to grant our request. It may require Him to work with the will, abilities, weaknesses, even the oppositions of others, and furthermore, He must orchestrate everything together according to His principles and purposes. Obviously this depends on the type of prayer request. As an example, those of us who are waiting for Jesus to return, “He must remain in Heaven until the time comes for God to restore everything, as He promised long ago through His holy prophets.”
-FAITH IN JESUS CHRIST- Outside of faith in Jesus Christ, we are still in our sins and cut off from the presence and promises of God. If you come to God by faith in Jesus Christ, Who paid for your sins by His death on a cross, He will receive you with wide open arms. That is the greatest answer to prayer!
Jesus said that we must always pray and not give up! Keep praying, He will come through! He loves you.
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RCMP release suspect description in alleged abduction attempt
DC RCMP still seek information related to an alleged youth abduction attempt reported on March 30 of last year - and have released a detailed description of one of the suspects.
RCMP request any information the public has about an attempted abduction in Pouce Coupe on March 30, 2022 at about 7pm where a youth was pulled into the back of a blue van. The alleged abduction is believed to have occurred in the area of 47th Ave and Railway Ave. in Pouce Coupe.
It is believed there were a pair
of males involved in the alleged abduction. One of the abductors was described as having a purple mohawk, a soul patch beard, pale complexion, brown eyes, and had a very detailed Chinese style black dragon shooting a fireball on his left tricep area.
If you have any information on the alleged abduction or the offenders please contact the Dawson Creek RCMP at (250) 784 3700.
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RCMP investigate gun threat at drive-thru
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Gun at a drive through une 22 at approximately 1:30am saw Dawson Creek RCMP alerted to an incident between three men in the McDonald’s drive through in Dawson Creek where a handgun is alleged to have been brandished.
“It is believed two men approached the victim in their vehicle who was on foot in the drive through. The two men yelled at the victim before revealed they had a silver handgun,” says police in a statement.
The first man involved is described as a Caucasian male, bald, in his late 20’s, wearing a black hoodie and blue jeans. The second man involved is described
as Caucasian, bald, in his 20s or 30s and wearing a light coloured shirt.
The vehicle occupied by the two alleged offenders is described as a 2006 to 2008 brown or tan Chevrolet Cobalt with black rims.
Dawson Creek RCMP seek information from the public about the individuals involved in the incident, the firearm or the vehicle used.
Contact the Dawson Creek RCMP at (250) 784 3700 if you have any information.
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PRRD to apologize to Treaty 8 First Nations
Tom Summer Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Peace River Regional District will issue an apology to all Treaty 8 First Nations and members of the public, following a letter from Doig River, Halfway River, Prophet River, and West Moberly, seeking accountability over anti-indigenous remarks made at a recent committee of the whole meeting.
In their June 16 letter, the nations said the PRRD failed to address “highly inappropriate and antiIndigenous remarks” at the June 8 meeting, with backlash coming from the public over a proposed treaty land sharing network.
The environment quickly escalated into “disrespect and hostility”, wrote the nations, who said it was “fueled by members of the public who espoused misguided and inflammatory views based entirely on online misinformation spread by local provocateurs” over the land sharing concept.
“Not one person from PRRD stood up to dispel the misinformation and the antiIndigenous derogatory comments contrary to your own policies and the commitments your government made to moving forward in a reconciliatory manner,” they added.
The nations reiterated that any network would be entirely voluntary - with the consent of landowners, as they have no intention of infringing on anyone’s rights.
“It operates on a voluntary basis, serving as a platform for private individuals to engage in mutually beneficial agreements without involvement or intervention from any level of government,” they wrote.
The PRRD’s inaction also detracted from Doig River’s annual “Doig Day” event, wrote the nations, when the nation opens their doors to the community to share Dane-zaa culture and traditions.
“It is deeply disheartening that not a single person in attendance
was reprimanded or asked to leave the meeting, despite the blatant disregard for respect and decorum displayed by certain members of the public,” further stated the letter.
Discussing the letter at their June 29 board meeting, PRRD directors voted in favour of issuing the apology as a sign of good faith, and are inviting the Treaty 8 nations to meet in-person for an informal community to community conversation.
Fort St. John Mayor Lilia Hansen said she felt PRRD directors did their best to dispel misinformation on June 8, taking time to talk with residents in attendance to answer questions in advance of the meeting.
“Residents in the PRRD are good people, they work hard for their families, and I’m proud to call many a friend - please know that as a board, we did not sit back,” she said.
Tumbler Ridge Mayor Darryl Krakowa said technical difficulties with microphones made it tough for residents to hear and for directors to keep the room civil, but feels landowners had a right to speak to their concerns.
“I sincerely apologize to all First Nations, Treaty 8 and non-treaty indigenous people - that’s not what we represent,” he said.
Area B Director Jordan Kealy said he feels the PRRD did nothing wrong and didn’t hear any racist remarks, but said the board wasn’t prepared for the volume of residents who showed up on June 8 - an unusual turnout for regular municipal meetings.
“We conducted ourselves appropriately, as for individual actions of certain people, we can’t control that,” said Kealy. “I myself, personally, I’m deaf in one ear, but I didn’t hear any racist comments.”
As a Treaty 8 member and indigenous person, Chetwynd Mayor Allen Courtoreille says he felt uncomfortable with the racist comments being made by individuals in the public on June 8, and elected to skip the June 28 meeting because of them.
“I’m not going to a place that
made me uncomfortable and it was just a terrible feeling that I had at that meeting, that it just didn’t feel right to go put myself in a position like that again,” he said.
Area E Director Dan Rose said while some of the incident is selfinflicted by the PRRD, he doesn’t doubt there were some racist comments and that the PRRD needs to become quicker on social media to combat misinformation.
“Most of the people were there to listen and they didn’t get a chance on June 8th, because they were drowned out by a few folks that weren’t there to listen,” said Rose. “And I know those peoplemost of the people in that building are my generation. And live on the land, and they’re the solid people that drive this whole region.”
Taylor Mayor Brent Taillefer said a letter won’t cut it - any apology to Treaty 8 needs to be in person to start the process of healing, suggesting a debrief of everything that’s happened.
“I don’t think discussing whether people were right or wrong is even relevant when we need to heal,” he said of the June 8 incident.
PRRD Chair Leonard Hiebert said one of his biggest frustrations on June 8 was the malfunctioning microphones, but wants to move forward in a respectful way with Treaty 8 nations.
“I think we’re going to have to sit across the table and have those conversations. Numerous times we have dealt with First Nations, they have mentioned to us, don’t be scared to ask the tough questions,” he said. “And I think this is an opportunity that maybe we need to sit down and have those conversations.”
Tom Summer, Alaska Highway News, Local Journalism Initiative. Have a story idea or opinion? Email tsummer@ahnfsj.ca
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The 41st annual Open Sky juried art exhibition is wrapping up and distinguished artists from the Northern Rockies to the Peace have been named by Arts North East.
Distinguished Representational Award: Drowning Yet Surviving, Samantha Wigglesworth, Fort St John
Distinguished Conceptual Award: Self Portrait With Chair, kit fast, Dawson Creek
Distinguished ThreeDimensional Award: On the Backs of Our Ancestors, Curtis Dickie, Fort Nelson
Distinguished Photography Award: Andrena’s Willow, Caily Oldershaw, Dawson Creek
Chosen Awards:
Ethereal Illumination, Denise
Kearns, Tumbler Ridge
Body Works, Mary Parslow, PRRD
Petals for Kookum, Lorissa
Scriven, Taylor
The Alley, Peter Shaw, Dawson Creek
Oval Floral Stamped Serving Dish, Dori Braun, Pouce Coupe
Night Dance, Angela Sullivan, Chetwynd
Hazel, Brogan Didier, Chetwynd
Blaze Across the Land, Angela Fehr, Dawson Creek
Illumination, Megan Graw, Dawson Creek
Honorable Mentions:
Percolating, Becky Banack, Fort St John
Northern Lights, Alison Newth, Fort St John
Mesmerized by the Dancing
Stairway to Heaven, Saulteau First Nation, Alex Landon Richardson, Chetwynd
The Open Sky Art Exhibition celebrates the artistic achievement of creators of all kinds residing in northeastern BC. The exhibition rotates location each year, ensuring everyone in the region can share and engage with the arts.
The show closed on June 22, but the art is available online for residents to enjoy.
Tom Summer, Alaska Highway News, Local Journalism Initiative. Have a story idea or opinion? Email tsummer@ ahnfsj.ca
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For 40 plus years Harrison Ford has been synonymous with Dr. Henry Jones Junior, the globetrotting archaeology teacher, grave robber, more. His adventures are well known- as are ingredients to a great adventure - throw in some historical value, some horror, some mystical and spiritual business, and away we go. Really about it. And all kinds of action.
Over four films, and an appearance in the television show in the mid 90s – the 2010s marked the first decade in which Ford hadn’t donned the fedora since the 70s.
It is a strong return after 15 years.
Raiders of the Lost Ark is a perfect action ‘film’. Set piece after set piece.
My concern with it even as a three-year-old is the ending involves Jones hitching a ride on a submarine, getting caught, and then closing his eyes for the big finale.
For me Temple of Doom is a perfect action ‘movie’ – where the last 40 minutes is nothing but action.
The advantage this series has had for the last 30 years is Harrison ford is aging slower than most, including his character. While Ford is 80, Jones is 70 – so there is a bit to play on with Ford in better shape than most 50 year olds.
There is punching, and a great 20 minute throwback to the 1940s – which makes me wonder why a pitch shift couldn’t have been used to de-age Ford’s voice as well as his looks for the opening
flashback to World War II.
Jump cut to h 1969 and the world has passed Dr. Jones by. The students don’t listen in class, and it’s moon day. Taking a page out of the young Indiana Jones chronicles TV show -Dr. Jones meets the moon astronauts, only come the end of the film meet another man of science.
This adventure starts off in like the Temple of Doom’s “One day of adventure” for Dr. Jones, before the plot give ways to more standard ‘Raiders’ like action beats, sets, and set up.
There is certainly more humour here and more banter between Jones and his female lead here than the first three, even fourth movie, the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull.
The story and script acknowledge Jones’ age. There seem to be a few major characters just shot and killed as well.
I found the story could have spent more time on the plane heading to the finale – and then more time in Syracuse come the ending.
I have little issue with the ending moves of the Dial of Destiny, nor the dénouement scene with one last Indiana Jones cameo – I feel the movie drags in the middle only.
It’s now both the years, and the mileage, Dr. Jones.
Raiders, Temple of Doom 10/10
Last Crusade 9/10
Crystal Skull 7/10
Dial of Destiny 9/10
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We wish to extend a special thank you to our Mexican community for their outpouring of love and support, we will always remember how much it helped. Family and friends, your love and all your support through the many emails, phone calls, texts, messages and visits as well as the memories shared and the distances travelled are welcomed and greatly appreciated.
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of
Eric Lawrence “Lorry” Myatt,
long-time resident of Dawson Creek, British Columbia, on Sunday June 4, 2023, at the age of 93 years.
Lorry was born June 23, 1929, in Kelliher, Saskatchewan, to Eric and Dorothy (nee Fraser) Myatt.
Older siblings Gladys, Ruth, and Jim welcomed his arrival. Later they would be joined by Shirley, and finally Howard. The family would eventually travel west, settling in Cherry Point, Alberta.
Lorry would meet the love of his life in 1956, and had the honour of making widow Gertie Ramage (nee Nicholson) and her two young children, Phyllis and Steve, his family. Lorry and Gertie wed on October 26, 1957 in Dawson Creek. Howard arrived the following year, then Loraine the year after that, to complete their family.
Lorry and Gertie bought an acreage just northeast of Dawson in May of 1965, where they built their forever home, raised their kids, and enjoyed their many grandkids.
Lorry drove truck nearly all his life. First working for others such as Northwest Transport and Loiselle Transport, then later for himself at LE Trucking, and finally at Myatt Trucking Ltd. with his youngest son, Howard. Lorry also farmed on the side and continued to do so well into his 80’s, putting up hay and oats.
In 1997, Lorry purchased a team of horses named Buzz and Bee to add to his herd, which he took to many parades and local horse shows. Lorry transported more than a few brides to their weddings and graduates to their ceremonies. Always quick to say yes when asked, Lorry gave wagon and sleigh rides to the public at numerous events over the years.
July of 2000 brought immense heartache for Lorry, when cancer took Gertie, his loving wife of almost 43 years, from him. Lorry embarked upon a new normal – a change he handled with quiet grace. Social by nature, he continued to be an active member of the community.
Thanks to the hard work of his children and his own tenacity, Lorry was able to stay in his own home until August of 2022, before residing temporarily in the Dawson Creek hospital, and finally at Rotary Manor for the past 4 months. Caring for someone as they age is no small task, but his children were as dedicated as Lorry was affable. Lorry passed away peaceful with family by his side on June 4, 2023.
Lorry was predeceased by his loving wife, Gertie; and by his siblings Gladys, Ruth, Jim, & Howard.
He is survived by his sister Shirley; four children Phyllis Kalmbach (Dick), Steve Myatt (Sigrid), Howard Myatt (Carol), & Loraine Mason (Patrick); grandchildren Dean, Jessica, Pamyla, Sarah, Rebecca, Christy, Alanna, Amanda, Noel, Rachel, Kaylea, Clayton & Stephanie; 23 great grandchildren; and 3 great-great grandchildren children. A private family graveside service was held on Friday, June 23, 2023.
For friends so wishing, donations may be made in memory of Lorry to a charity of your choice.
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Aries, there are tips and tricks to learn through observation of others, particularly if those people are doing something with style. Keep your eyes peeled for inspiration.
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Cancer, kick up your flirtatious nature, particularly if you have your eye on someone and are eager to start a relationship. Those who are attached can rekindle the passion.
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A22 The Dawson Creek Mirror • July 13, 2023
Crunchy Cucumber Salad with Crushed Peanuts
Serves 4
2 English or other unwaxed cucumbers, chopped into 1⁄4-inch dice (about 3 cups)
1 medium green serrano chile, minced (seed first if you prefer)
1⁄2 cup peanuts, preferably raw, but toasted, unsalted ones will do
2 tablespoons lemon juice, or more if needed
1 teaspoon salt
1⁄2 to 3⁄4 teaspoon sugar
1⁄8 teaspoon cayenne
1 tablespoon canola oil
1⁄4 teaspoon mustard seeds
Place the diced cucumbers in a medium bowl along with the chile. Using a coffee grinder or food processor, pulse the peanuts until they are reduced to a coarse powder. (You don’t want big chunks of peanuts, nor do you want a fine powder; stop grinding somewhere in between!) Add the peanuts to the cucumbers along with the lemon juice, salt and sugar, and mix well. Taste and adjust the salt, sugar and lemon juice as needed. The salad should be slightly tart. Make the tadka: Place the cayenne in a little pile on top of the salad. Do not stir it in yet. Heat the oil in a small skillet or butter warmer over high heat. When it begins to smoke, add the mustard seeds, covering the pan with a lid or spatter screen. As soon as the seeds stop sputtering, pour the oil over the cayenne. Stir the dressing in and serve at room temperature or cold.
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