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Four deaths per day caused by drugs in B.C.

Four deaths per day caused by drugs in B.C.

Overdose deaths took 129 lives in B.C. during the month of May
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Burns Lake library offers free access to Ancestry

Burns Lake library offers free access to Ancestry

The website offers access to 129 million family history records
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Burns Lake resident to take donations to evacuees in Prince George

Burns Lake resident to take donations to evacuees in Prince George

He’s asking the community to help fill his 19-ft truck
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Smoky skies warning still in effect

Smoky skies warning still in effect

Smoke levels are expected to get serious
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Open fires prohibited in Northwest Fire Centre

Open fires prohibited in Northwest Fire Centre

All open fires, including campfires, are prohibited
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Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako issues evacuation alerts

Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako issues evacuation alerts

The Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako (RDBN) has issued three evacuation alerts effective July 9 due to wildfire risk.
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RCMP asking for public patience

RCMP asking for public patience

RCMP resources from around the province are being deployed to assist with a multitude of fires
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BC Ferries reminds vehicle, foot passengers to avoid alcohol and drugs before sailings

BC Ferries reminds vehicle, foot passengers to avoid alcohol and drugs before sailings

Impaired drivers and walk-ons risk being reported to police – 127 were in past year
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Fire danger rating in Burns Lake “high”

Fire danger rating in Burns Lake “high”

Public urged to use caution with any outdoor burning
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Burns Lake makes 2017 Canada Day memorable

Burns Lake makes 2017 Canada Day memorable

It’s safe to say that Burns Lake did not disappoint with its celebration of Canada Day. The touching event started with a pancake breakfast at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 50, followed by an opening ceremony with guest speakers and the Lakes District Community Choir at Spirit Square. The event also included a ‘best pie contest’ and a kayak race.
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