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With the finding of the Terror, the fate of Franklin might be solved.

With the finding of the Terror, the fate of Franklin might be solved.

Both ships from the fabled Franklin expedition of 1845 have now been found, and may help solve several decades-old mysteries.
New playground equipment installed at Ashcroft pool park

New playground equipment installed at Ashcroft pool park

The equipment is designed for children up to age 16, and the group responsible for fundraising hopes to add more pieces.
Huge attendance and lots of fun at Ashcroft Fall Fair

Huge attendance and lots of fun at Ashcroft Fall Fair

The number of attendees was considerably up from last year, and there was nothing but praise for this year's event.
Pickleball is coming to Ashcroft

Pickleball is coming to Ashcroft

The popular and fast-growing sport is just one of several things being offered this fall at the HUB.
B.C. will go wild with events this weekend

B.C. will go wild with events this weekend

WildSafeBC has a number of events planned to help people get outdoors, enjoy the wildlife, and stay safe.
Get ready for the annual Terry Fox Run in Ashcroft

Get ready for the annual Terry Fox Run in Ashcroft

Participants can run, walk, or bike a 5km or 10km route to raise money for cancer research.
New ferry route from Port Hardy to Bella Coola will boost local tourism

New ferry route from Port Hardy to Bella Coola will boost local tourism

The "circle tour" was cancelled by the BC government in 2014, but will be back in 2018; and that will mean a big boost in tourism.
Welcome to Canada?

Welcome to Canada?

A conservative leadership candidate wants immigrants to be screened for "anti-Canadian values". Here are a few question suggestions.
Ashcroft council candidates state their platforms

Ashcroft council candidates state their platforms

Some 60 people attended last week's all-candidates' forum, where the five people seeking election to council answered audience questions.
Interior Savings volunteers to help local groups

Interior Savings volunteers to help local groups

The "Big Day of Difference" is coming soon, and Interior Savings staff are looking for non-profit groups they can help out.