Rebecca Dyok
News Reporter/Anchor who loves the Cariboo and coffee (lots of it).If you have any news tips or story ideas you would like to share I can be reached at [email protected]
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2020 Williams Lake Stampede cancelled due to coronavirus pandemic
The 94th Williams Lake Stampede has been canceled."It was a very difficult decision for the Board, certainly a decision we did not take lightly," President of the Williams Lake...
Williams Lake RCMP nab suspended driver, passenger in possession of prohibited weapon
The Williams Lake RCMP has submitted multiple charges to Crown Counsel for approval after having stopped a vehicle on Winger Road.Staff Sgt. Del Byron said police were patrolling the...
Staff to monitor existing powerline in Williams Lake River Valley after powerline relocation project scrapped
The City of Williams Lake will be monitoring the river valley embankment after a project to bring an alternative overhead power supply has been removed from the 5-year capital...
45 new COVID-19 cases, 5 deaths in B.C.
More than 1,300 people in British Columbia have tested positive for COVID-19.Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry said 45 new test positive cases have been identified bringing the total...
Horgan declares Easter Bunny as an essential service in B.C.
The Easter Bunny will be working in B.C. after having been declared an essential service.The Easter Bunny has been authorized by Premier John Horgan to travel across British Columbia...
City of Williams Lake purchases iPads for hospitalized COVID-19 patients
Williams Lake City Council has authorized the purchase of four iPads for critically ill COVID-19 patients at Cariboo Memorial Hospital.The recommendation was ratified at Tuesday's regular meeting."They have been...
Provincial parks closed until further notice
The B.C. Government is immediately closing all provincial parks as part of its latest action to address COVID-19."Because physical distancing works, it is critical that we take every action...
Williams Lake City Council approves $100,000 emergency fund to support pandemic response
The City of Williams Lake will be allocating $100,000 from its restricted surplus fund after agreeing to establish an emergency fund in response to the novel coronavirus pandemic."Taking the...
Officials advise against non-essential travel over Easter holidays
COVID-19 has claimed an additional four lives as of April 7 in B.C. with 25 new test positive cases."This...
Compliance so far so good says Williams Lake Senior Bylaw Officer
Guidelines and orders issued by B.C’s provincial health officer to reduce the spread of COVID-19 are being followed for...
City of Williams Lake to use Zoom for council meetings
The City of Williams Lake will be holding its Council meetings electronically through videoconferencing technology during the coronavirus pandemic."There's...
Williams Lake City Council to consider purchase of iPads for critically ill COVID-19 patients
Hospitalized COVID-19 patients in Williams Lake might be provided with a new tool to be able to connect with...
B.C. announces 29 new cases of COVID-19, 3 more deaths
29 new positive cases of COVID-19 were identified in B.C. on Saturday.Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry said a...
Annual Walk to End ALS to go virtual
The 9th annual Walk to End ALS in Williams Lake will be going virtual due to the COVID-19 pandemic.Originally...
Drone flight to gather more info on potential repair options for Soda Creek Macalister Road
A slide damaged road north of Williams Lake will not be reopening any time soon.Soda-Creek-Macalister Road remains closed to...
53 new test-positive cases, 4 additional COVID-19 related deaths in B.C.
1, 174 people in British Columbia have now tested positive for COVID-19.Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry said Friday...
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Quesnel Girl Guides on verge of disbanding
The Quesnel Girl Guides are in desperate need of new leaders for many of the Guides' different levels, or else it may have to close down.
Cariboo Memorial Hospital emergency room closed until evening
Interior Health has advised Williams Lake and the surrounding area residents that Cariboo Memorial Hospital's emergency room will be closed until 8:00 p.m. on Saturday October 4.
Skates for All Program back for it’s 12th year in Williams Lake
For the last dozen years the Cariboo Chilcotin Conservation Society has been offering a program to help everyone enjoy one of Canada's favorite pastimes.
B.C. could face wet fall due to La Niña
British Columbia could be in for a wet, rainy fall season as forecasters note an increased likelihood of a La Niña weather system developing this year.
Motorcycle Club raises over $3000 in annual Toy Run
The Dangerous Curves Motorcycle Club in Quesnel raised over $3000 during its 4th annual Toy Run that was held on August 30. The toys collected, and the money were donated to Holiday Hampers for its annual Food and Toy Drive.
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