Pat Matthews

Pat started working in the Cariboo in 1989 after spending several years in radio in Terrace. He worked in the creative department until 2017 when he switched over to news covering Williams Lake and the South Cariboo as well as being the afternoon host on Country 840 in 100 Mile House.

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12 active wildfires remain burning in the Cariboo Fire Centre

A downturn in weather has decreased fire behaviour and new starts across the Cariboo Fire Centre with no new wildfires detected in the past 24 hours.

International Overdose Awareness Day recognized in Williams Lake & Quesnel

It's National Drug Overdose Aware Day (August 31).

150 Mile House Fire Hall on schedule & on budget

The new 150 Mile House Volunteer Fire Department Hall build continues to make progress.

Big renovations coming to the Williams Lake Library

The Cariboo Regional District's Williams Lake Library will be temporarily closed starting this Sunday ( August 30) for renovations.

Williams Lake Art Walk ends September 9th

Summer is quickly winding down and so is a traditional Summer event in the Lake City.

Williams Lake Salvation Army Food Bank in need of Donations heading into Fall

It's a busy time of the year for the Williams Lake Salvation Army Food Bank as it heads into the Fall.

Trailer and wildland fire fought by Williams Lake Fire Department

The Williams Lake Fire Department was on scene of a vehicle fire.

Steady stream of wildfire evacuees visited 100 Mile House Emergency Support Service Centre

100 Mile House Emergency Support Services (ESS) reception centre at the Curling rink is officially closed.

Distracted driving is believed to be a factor in single vehicle collision

Two people received injuries following a single vehicle collision in the South Cariboo.

Tourism Discovery Centre happy to have Rick Hansen landmark back home

A Lake City landmark honouring Rick Hansen has returned to it's rightful place.

Sellars re-elected as Chief of Williams Lake First Nations

A familiar face and voice has been re-elected as Chief of Williams Lake First Nations.

Community invited to enjoy an annual Boys & Girls Club Williams Lake event

An annual Summer wind down event will be taking place tomorrow (August 26) in the Lake City.

Multiple convective storms passed through the Cariboo Fire Centre since Saturday

It was a stormy weekend throughout the Cariboo Fire Centre.

Information being sought by Williams Lake RCMP regarding stolen RV

Williams Lake RCMP is seeking the public's assistance following the theft of a recreational vehicle.

Emergency Services unavailable until 8 tonight (August 24) in 100 Mile House

100 Mile House and area residents are being advised of temporary changes to emergency department hours at 100 Mile District General Hospital.

Riders gearing up with escorted training ride for Tour de North

The start of the 25th Annual Cops for Cancer Tour de North is just a few weeks away.

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Doerkson names Angelo Isidorou to key senior role in latest staff appointments

B.C. premier-designate Lorne Doerkson has named three more senior staff to his office.

Heavy police presence in South Cariboo gives ‘all clear’

The North District Emergency Response Team was called in to assist 100 Mile Police officers with an incident in 108 Mile Ranch.

Quesnel RCMP respond to accident just south of the city

Quesnel RCMP were also called to a two vehicle accident on Highway 97 near Lust Road on Saturday (November 7) night.

Millar Western announces indefinite curtailment of Quesnel River Pulp

Millar Western has announced the indefinite curtailment of Quesnel River Pulp.

Quesnel RCMP arrest suspect following liquor store robbery

A Quesnel liquor store employee was assaulted while trying to stop a suspected shoplifter from leaving without paying Friday, Nov. 6, afternoon. Police later arrested the suspect, who remains in custody.
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