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Handgun shaped lighter ignites police takedown

RCMP Teryn Midzain -
Quesnel RCMP took down and arrested a man brandishing a handgun on Reid Street in Quesnel. After a search, it was revealed the weapon was a butane lighter in the shape of a gun.

Cariboo artists can apply for funding to brighten up Williams Lake

Arts Teryn Midzain -
Local artists can apply to get grant funding to brighten up Williams Lake's downtown with new art pieces through the 2026 Public Arts Grant funding.

Man in serious condition following stabbing incident in Quesnel

RCMP Teryn Midzain -
Quesnel RCMP are investigating a serious incident that occurred at the Petro-Canada on McLean Street and Carson Avenue.

Celebrating Cheesecake Today, and 49 Years on Friday as the Community’s Bakery

Community Teryn Midzain -
In celebration of National Cheesecake Day across Canada, the Quesnel Bakery has been selling, and selling out of, three signature types of the cool dessert. The celebrations at the Quesnel Bakery are just their first for the long weekend. On friday, the iconic bakery of the town celebrates its 49th anniversary. The same day one of the original owners celebrates his 82nd birthday.

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2026 BC Election
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Health Service Delivery Area that includes Quesnel continues to be hard hit by illicit drugs

Health
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B.C. NDP pledges millions for clean energy and climate programs

2026 BC Election
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First Nations leaders call on B.C. Conservatives to drop candidate over alleged residential school denialism

2026 BC Election
First Nations leaders are calling on the B.C. Conservatives to remove a candidate over allegations of residential school denialism.

Meet the two running for Mayor in the District of 100 Mile House

2026 Municipal Election
The Mayoral candidates for the District of 100 Mile House responded to a questionnaire about why they are running and what their vision is for if they are to be elected.
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