THE LOCAL CONNECTOR
October 1, 2026 Serving North Western BC
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ISSUE NO. 46
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BUSINESS DIRECTORY BURNS LAKE
SERVICES Bulkley Valley Credit Union—Br
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ANIMALS Retail #3.............................................692-7761 Animal Cruelty Hotline...1-855-622-7722 Smithers Feed Store..........847-9810 Bulkley Valley Insurance Services. P&B Feeds N Trails North Powersports...847-2287 ................................................692-1057 Needs......................................692-3276 Derek Hill Contracting..............917-9080 BUILDING Services All West Glass—Burns Lake...692-7571 Kohuts Tree Service.................251-0022 Bulkley Valley Insurance Lakeview Dental Center...........692-7791 Services.............................847-2405 ENTERTAINMENT Beacon Theatre.............….....692-3334 North Summit Dental................692-3103 Sam Larson Contracting Rogues Gallery Barbershop.....691-1226 Ltd...............................778-210-1323 INDUSTRIAL Andy's Machining & Repair....692-3838 Thomas Robinson Consulting..692-3604 Thomas Robinson DTU Industrial Wholesale.......692-3031 The Local Connector NW........565-.8894 Consulting..........................847-1785
Work BC Burns Lake ..............692-4219 Industrial Transformers..........................692-0023 VEHICLES & MECHANICAL MISCELLANEOUS Eagle Automotive Center.........692-3805 MLA John Rustad Nechako Lakes.... Burns Lake Community OK Tire Auto Center.................692-7669 567-6820 Forest.....................................692-7724 Perry’s X-Country Auto Centre.692-4203 Sinkut Radiator Service.....567-2627 Burns Lake Mini Storage..........................1-866-845-2711 Homeside RV Storage.............692-9844 Services Building Lakeside Multiplex...................692-3817 Beswick Hildebrandt Lund Chartered Manlift Rental...........................692-9844 All West Glass—Houston.........845-2829 Professional Accountants..564-2515 Village of Burns Lake..............692-7587 Bulkley Valley Home Centre....845-7606
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GROCERY STORES Save On Foods.....................692-7134 REAL ESTATE Alicia Vanderkooi Royal Lepage Aspire Realty.....................................692-6535 RETAIL Blu Jay Sports.....................................692-3155 DTU Clothing..........................692-3222 IDA RX Drug Mart...................692-7531 Lorri’s Lotto .............................Located in the Lakeview Mall Pharmasave............................692-7077 Woods N Water.......................692-4842
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Misc Dungate Community Forest.........dungatecomfor@houston.ca Services All West Glass Houston...........845-2829 Bulkley Valley Insurance Services...................................845-7511
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FUN FACTS ABOUT AUTUMN Leaves change colour because chlorophyll breaks down. As days get shorter, trees stop making as much chlorophyll—the green pigment in leaves—so yellow, orange, and red pigments become easier to see. Not every tree changes colour. Evergreen trees like pine and spruce usually keep their needles all year. Fall has two names. “Autumn” is older, while “fall” became popular because leaves literally “fall” from trees. Animals get busy in fall. Squirrels stash nuts, birds migrate, and many animals eat extra food to prepare for winter. Pumpkins are fruits. Botanically, pumpkins are fruits because they grow from flowers and contain seeds. Apples float in water. They’re about 25% air, which is why apple bobbing works! Fall days get shorter quickly. After the autumn equinox, many places in the Northern Hemisphere lose daylight each day until the winter solstice. Some leaves can turn purple. Different pigments can produce brilliant shades of red, burgundy, and purple. Crisp fall smells have a science behind them. Cooler air can make certain earthy and leafy scents seem especially noticeable. Fall is migration season. Huge numbers of birds, butterflies, and other animals travel long distances to warmer places. The harvest moon is connected to fall. It’s the full moon closest to the autumn equinox and traditionally gave farmers extra evening light during harvest season.
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Thanksgiving TRIVIA In what year was the first Thanksgiving traditionally said to have taken place? A) 1492 B) 1621 C) 1776 D) 1863 Which Native American people are commonly associated with the 1621 harvest gathering at Plymouth? A) Cherokee B) Navajo C) Wampanoag D) Apache Which U.S. president proclaimed a national Thanksgiving holiday in 1863? A) George Washington B) Abraham Lincoln C) Thomas Jefferson D) Theodore Roosevelt What is the name of the famous Thanksgiving Day parade held in New York City? A) Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade B) Times Square Turkey Parade C) Manhattan Holiday Parade D) Harvest Day Parade Which bird is most commonly eaten at Thanksgiving dinner? A) Chicken B) Duck C) Turkey D) Goose Which dessert is especially associated with Thanksgiving? A) Pumpkin pie B) Chocolate cake C) Cheesecake D) Lemon tart What sport is traditionally watched on Thanksgiving Day in the United States? A) Baseball B) Football C) Hockey D) Basketball What berry is commonly made into a sauce served with Thanksgiving dinner? A) Strawberry B) Blueberry C) Raspberry D) Cranberry
Answers 1. B · 2. C · 3. B · 4. A · 5. C · 6. A · 7. B · 8. D
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With a pumpkin patch!
How do you fix a broken Jack-o-lantern?
“How beautiful the leaves grow old. How full of light and colour are their last days.”
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2026 GENERAL LOCAL ELECTIONS The next general local elections will be held on October 17, 2026.
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HOUSTON The seniors are still swinging Thursday’s 10:30 AM start. We pair up people that show up.
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WHAT IS A SKELETON WHO DOESN’T WORK CALLED? LAZY BONES
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Cross Creek Logging Ltd EXPERIENCED LOG TRUCK DRIVER WANTED Burns Lake, BC • Optional Camp Accommodation Available We’re looking for an experienced Class 1 Log Truck Driver to join our crew in the Burns Lake area. We’re looking for: Minimum 3 years of log truck driving experience Highway and off-highway logging experience Valid Class 1 driver’s license Strong safety record and good driving habits Dependable and able to work independently Someone who takes pride in looking after their truck and equipment Comfortable working in changing road and winter conditions
MAINLY TOOLS GARAGE SALE Friday, October 2nd 4pm to 7pm and Saturday, October 3rd 10am to 4pm
We offer competitive wages, benefits and well-maintained equipment, steady work and optional camp accommodation. Interested? Send us a message or résumé with a brief description of your log-hauling experience to info@crosscreeklogging.ca
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Why don’t zombies like eating clowns?
GOLF SCORES
They taste funny
Seniors Golf at Houston’s Willowgrove Golf Course Everyone 55 and over are very welcome every Thursday Special rates of $30 green fees and $25 cart rentals, lunch optional for $20. Senior’s Registration is $10 for the season Weekly rate costs $4 which half goes out in draws after Putt pot and 50/50 each week. Shot gun start at 9:30 Please arrive at 9 am, it’s a good chance to socialize For more information call Deb Smith 250-845-9192 or Golf Course 250-845-2100
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The Great Outdoors Sponsored by the Burns Lake Community Forest Celebrating 20 years of growing our forest, growing our community
Burns Lake Community Forest is one of the largest community forests in the province, generating significant local economic revenue and timber volume. Fun was had at the Ride Burns Poker Ride Thanks to everyone who came out! And shoutout to our volunteers and sponsors who made the event possible. Another great day biking, walking, running on our wonderful trails 19
Problems with DRUGS or ALCOHOL?
We can help Narcotics Anonymous Meeting Friday Nights 7pm Immaculata Church 348 3rd Ave Burns Lake BC
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Recipe of the Week Easy Pumpkin Cake
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Ingredients For the Pumpkin Cake: 2 cups all-purpose flour (240g) 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1½ teaspoons ground ginger ¼ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 1 teaspoon salt 1½ cups granulated sugar (300g) 1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin puree 1 cup vegetable oil (240mL) 4 large eggs 2 teaspoons vanilla extract For the Cream Cheese Frosting: ¾ cup unsalted butter room temperature, (170g) 8 ounces cream cheese room temperature, (226g) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pinch of salt 3 cups powdered sugar sifted (360g) Instructions For the Pumpkin Cake: Preheat the oven to 350F. Butter and flour a 9×13inch cake pan or spray with baking spray with flour.
In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, pumpkin, oil, eggs, and vanilla, until smooth. Pour into the flour mixture and stir together just until combined. Pour into the prepared cake pan. Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few crumbs. Let cool completely on a wire rack. For the Cream Cheese Frosting: In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the butter until smooth. Add the cream cheese and beat on medium-low speed until the mixture is well combined, about 2 minutes. Scrape down the bowl as needed. Beat in the vanilla and salt. With the mixer on low speed, slowly add in the confectioners’ sugar. Once incorporated, increase the speed to medium and beat until light and fluffy, about 1 minute. Spread over the top of the cooled cake.
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To report an animal in distress (including wildlife), please call the toll free Animal Cruelty Hotline 1 (855) 622-7722. The call centre is open seven days a week, 9:00am to 5:00pm. You can make a difference
PET OF THE WEEK CLEMENTINE is a very sweet young female calico kitten awaiting her forever home. For adoption enquiries phone the vet clinic at 250-692-7476
TIP OF THE WEEK ANIMAL EDITION
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September at the Legion Get your costume ready for Karaoke Halloween at the Legion! Saturday, October 31, 2026 Featuring Tommy Holland 8PM to midnight Admission is free 19+ ~ bring your ID!
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🥩Meat Draws are every Saturday. Tickets are 3
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🎯 Darts Anyone? Darts will start on Saturday,
October 17th Put on your game face and join us for darts every Saturday at 7 PM! Whether you’re a sharpshooter or just aiming for the board, it’s always a blast!
🍻 We are pouring brews from Sherwood
Mountain Brewhouse (Terrace, BC): Munich Lager • Friar House Lager • West Point Ale Come give them a try—your taste buds will thank you!
🔥 Thursdays = Platter Day at the Legion!
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Featuring: The Legionnaire * Brigade * Fox Hole * Bunker * Platoon * Munchie * Nacho Party Platter There’s truly something for everyone!
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How did Crime Stoppers begin? In July, 1976, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, a university student was killed during a gas station robbery. After 6 weeks of investigation, the police had very few leads as to who was responsible. Police investigators thought that if the public was able to observe a re-enactment of the crime on television, this might lead to a citizen providing information that may lead to an arrest. The police investigators were right. A caller contacted the police department the next day after seeing the re-enactment. The tip information provided was enough to lead the police to the two men who were responsible. Within 72 hours of the re-enactment being aired, the police investigators had solved the murder. This was the beginning of Crime Stoppers. Since the program started, there are now more than 1700 Crime Stoppers programs worldwide in 32 countries. The first BC Crime Stoppers program was launched in 1982. In British Columbia, each Crime Stoppers program is community based. The Prince George Crime Stoppers Association was formed in 1985 to serve the city of Prince George. In October, 2020, Prince George Crime Stoppers changed its name to Northern BC Crime Stoppers and now serves over 30 communities in Northern BC, north to the Yukon Border, south to Williams Lake, west to Smithers and east to the Alberta border. 31
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