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French books for kids donated to the library

French books for kids donated to the library

Cariboo Regional District Area D director Deb Bischoff accepted 100 books for the Williams Lake library this week from students in the French Immersion program at Marie Sharpe Elementary School
Learning centre opens at Seniors Village

Learning centre opens at Seniors Village

Residents Arda Elkins (centre) and Emily Plummer (right) cut the ribbon to open the staff learning centre at the Williams Lake Seniors Village as Sharon Middleton, assistant director of care, looks on.

March is kidney disease month

Kidney disease is a major risk factor for heart disease, both of which are among the top 10 causes of death for Canadians.

Award for environmental achievement

Thanks to a new partnership between Earth Day Canada and Mill Street Brewery, Canadian small businesses pushing the green envelope are eligible to win the newly created Hometown Heroes Small Business Award.

TRU names Wally Oppal as chancellor

One of the country’s most well-known and respected lawyers and advocates for justice will become the next Chancellor of Thompson Rivers University (TRU) in Kamloops.

Burn It Smart ­­- free woodstove workshop a success

By Beverly J. Anderson Many people in Williams Lake and area burn wood to supplement their home heating and to enjoy a warm, cozy atmosphere.

The Bridges Project: stimulating economic growth

The Bridges Project is an initiative supported by a consortium of partners working to create an interactive website that will connect buyers and sellers of forest products.

Alternatives to Food as a Reward

By Linda Boyd Special to the Tribune Getting children to co-operate can sometimes be a tough job and adults often resort to a sweet treat or other desired food as a reward or incentive for good behaviour.

Parents oppose restructuring

The Wildwood Elementary School parent advisory council is opposed to the School District 27 board’s proposal to move their grades 4 to 7 students to Cataline elementary in September.

Rotary Home and Leisure show plans underway

The Rotary Club of Williams Lake is gearing up for the annual Home & Leisure Show taking place in May.