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School bullying concerns prompt call for SD 27 resignations

School bullying concerns prompt call for SD 27 resignations

At a board of education meeting attended by seven caregivers as well as MLA Lorne Doerkson, a group of parents said the Cariboo Chilcotin district's approach to inclusive schooling is harming their children
Williams Lake defers water projects past 2029

Williams Lake defers water projects past 2029

City council has decided to push some water projects further out in order to balance the five-year financial plan
Fire destroys Williams Lake home

Fire destroys Williams Lake home

There were no injuries to the public or firefighters, confirmed the city fire chief and director of protective services
Upcoming powwow at Columneetza for learning and sharing

Upcoming powwow at Columneetza for learning and sharing

Community members are invited to join School District 27 students to share in and learn about local Indigenous culture at the 2025 Thomas-Dueck powwow
Nominate a deserving citizen or group for BC Achievement Award

Nominate a deserving citizen or group for BC Achievement Award

Awards recognize people and groups around B.C. who work to build stronger, healthier, and more vibrant communities
Blue Fins to host Frost Fest Swim Meet in Williams Lake

Blue Fins to host Frost Fest Swim Meet in Williams Lake

The pool will close to the public Friday, Jan. 31 at 2 p.m. and re-open Sunday, Feb. 2 at 2 p.m. during the meet
Williams Lake Fire Department responds to house fire

Williams Lake Fire Department responds to house fire

A residence on Mackenzie Avenue is fully engulfed as of Monday, Jan. 27 just after 4 p.m.
Tl'etinqox Chief Joe Alphonse stepping down after 16 years

Tl'etinqox Chief Joe Alphonse stepping down after 16 years

The Chief of Tl'etinqox made the announcement through a special statement on Jan. 27 posted by the Tŝilhqot’in National Government on Facebook
B.C. teen arrested for assaulting officer disbanding 200 street racers

B.C. teen arrested for assaulting officer disbanding 200 street racers

Abbotsford Police also assisted in the Friday, Jan. 24 incident
Efforts to keep Sacred Heart School open in Williams Lake continue

Efforts to keep Sacred Heart School open in Williams Lake continue

"We have been blessed with an overwhelming outpouring of support," said Catholic Independent Schools Kamloops Diocese Supt. Chris Yuen