Teryn Midzain
Teryn is a News Reporter based in Quesnel, B.C. He started his career in local journalism in Abbotsford, B.C, where he attended the University of the Fraser Valley studying English and Media Communications. He spent six months living in London, UK, studying journalism and working in the field before returning to focus on building a long-term career. A passionate sports enthusiast, he moonlights as an amateur race car driver and plays Dungeons & Dragons when he is not on the clock or out in nature.
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Bouchie Lake community unveils new cenotaph
Community members of Bouchie Lake gathered for the unveiling of the new cenotaph, located at Six Mile Corner by Bouchie Lake Elementary School on October 25.
Prescribed burn planned west of Quesnel near Puntataenkut Lake
The Quesnel Natural Resource District will be conducting two separate and unrelated wildfire risk reduction projects near Puntataenkut Lake (Tibbles Lake Road), covering 19.5 hectares of land, starting on Oct. 27 until December 31.
Annual Bowl for Kids Sake offers Spooktacular prizes
Big Brothers and Big Sisters in Quesnel's annual Bowl for Kids Sake gets rolling tonight.
Fallen trees cut power on Sales Road West
A tree falling on power lines along Sales Road West in Quesnel cut power to residents in the area and along Red Bluff Road.
Quesnel’s famous moose is whole again
Bruce the Moose, Quesnel's beloved wooden moose carving outside the Prestige Riverside Lodge, was made whole again on Tuesday, October 21. Bruce's carver, Ryan Cook, and the Prestige Lodge re-attached Bruce's antler that had been broken off in July.
Attendance was up this year in Barkerville
Barkerville saw an increase of 11,000 visitors this year. Reaching just over 34,000 visitors during its main season from the end of May to September.
A new speed limit in section of Barkerville Highway
A new speed limit was implemented along Highway 26 in Quesnel, reducing it from 80 km/h to 70 km/h. The Cariboo Regional District has been lobbying for a reduce speed limit for years due to safety concerns for the Barlow Creek Elementary School zone.
Williams Lake RCMP says new Disclosure Unit has increased community involvement
Williams Lake RCMP Staff Sergeant Brad McKinnon addressed the Williams Lake City Council in a delegation with an update on police activity. Saying the detachment's new Disclosure Unit police were able to create has reduced administrative burdens on police officers enough to have more than 200 more active patrols in the Lake City's downtown core, and more proactive engagement across the community.
Cattle investigation underway in Quesnel
RCMP are investigating two cases of cattle being poached in the Quesnel and Hixon areas. RCMP believe the incidents took place in mid-September.
Man arrested and firearms seized in Lac La Hache
RCMP arrested one man, Terrance Southern, in Lac La Hache, and seized a significant amount of firearms and stolen property on Oct. 20. Police say the stolen property has links to escalted property crimes in the area.
Over a hundred honoured in Quesnel’s Business Excellence Awards
Over a hundred business persons were honoured during the Quesnel and District Chamber of Commerce's Business Excellence Awards. There were eleven categories showcasing beloved local businesses. Including a brand new award this year, the Lifetime Achievement Business Award.
Garbage truck fire gets put out quickly in Quesnel, one in hospital
A garbage truck caught on fire on Larch Avenue off Highway 97 in South Quesnel. The Quesnel Fire Chief says the driver of the truck was taken to the hospital for smoke inhalation, but otherwise is okay.
Williams Lake RCMP arrest wanted man
RCMP arrested a wanted man who was a suspect in a violent break and enter that occurred last week. The man is being held in custody to appear before the court.
BCGEU strike headed to mediation
The B.C. General Employees' Union (BCGEU) and the provincial government have agreed to enter non-binding mediation, expected to begin as soon as possible. Vince Ready and Amanda Rogers are to be the mediators facilitating the process. The BCGEU said in a statement, it's members will still maintain picket lines across the province while mediation proceeds.
Quesnel mourns the loss of one of its prominent citizens
Mary Sjostrom, Director of Electoral Area A for the Cariboo Regional District, passed away suddenly on Tuesday morning. Mary spent decades in public serivce as a City Councillor then the first female Mayor of Quesnel before being the Director for Electoral Area A of the Cariboo Regional District, on top of being a member of countless committee boards across the region.
Prescribed burn scheduled for patch of land within Williams Lake Community Forest
A prescribed burn will be taking place on Dipping Road, 10 kilometres west of Williams Lake, north of Highway 20 along the Fraser River within the Williams Lake Community Forest.
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Quesnel’s Mitch Love relieved of duties as Capitals Assistant Coach
Quesnel's Mitch Love has been relieved of his duties as an Assistant Coach with the Washington Capitals.According to a post on X from the team's Public Relations account, the decision follows the findings of an NHL-led investigation into past allegations.
Bouchie Lake community unveils new cenotaph
Community members of Bouchie Lake gathered for the unveiling of the new cenotaph, located at Six Mile Corner by Bouchie Lake Elementary School on October 25.
Prescribed burn planned west of Quesnel near Puntataenkut Lake
The Quesnel Natural Resource District will be conducting two separate and unrelated wildfire risk reduction projects near Puntataenkut Lake (Tibbles Lake Road), covering 19.5 hectares of land, starting on Oct. 27 until December 31.
The spirit of giving is already alive & well at BGC Williams Lake
Even though Halloween hasn't arrived yet, BGC Williams Lake is already gearing up for their Annual Holiday Fundraiser.
Province rolls out updated flu and COVID-19 vaccines for fall
B.C. officials say it’s time to roll up your sleeves as we enter the fall virus season.
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