Jennifer McPherson last heard from on Apr. 29 Jennifer McPherson, a 41-year old woman from Hanson Island, BC has been reported missing by her family and police are hoping the public can assist in locating the missing woman. Cpl. Darren Lagan of the Island District RCMP says Jennifer last had contact with her family on [...]
Newborn wildlife not likely abandoned if found alone With fawning and calving season underway, the government of BC reminds anyone who comes across newborn wildlife without a mother in sight to not touch or move the animal. The baby animal may look abandoned, but the youngster is has only been left temporarily and its mother [...]
Polina Kazanceva body by taxi driver March 21 The family of Polina Kazanceva remembers the 19-year old woman from Toronto who was found deceased in Calgary as kind, generous and thoughtful. Here is a message her family released to the media on Sunday: “Our pain is inexplicable. This tragedy will forever remain in our hearts, [...]
One man seriously injured after being run over by out-of-control semi truck on Highway 2 Highway 2 has been re-opened at the site of the massive pileup Thursday afternoon that involved between 85 and 100 vehicles. Approximately 100 people were injured. Constable C. Noble of the Ponoka RCMP says one man was transported to the [...]
Suspect pulled over for traffic stop by Red Cliff RCMP Two BC residents are facing drug trafficking charges after Red Cliff RCMP allegedly found 80 pounds of raw pot inside their vehicle during a routine traffic stop. The driver, 29-year old Elijah Unrah of Campbell River BC and 61-year old Marjorie Berry, also of Campell [...]
Police believe teen may be in the Nelson BC area Grande Prairie Rural RCMP are hoping the public can help them locate Reyna Rose Brown, a missing 15-year old girl from Sexsmith, Alberta. Reyna Brown has been missing from her home since Jan. 7, 2013. She was last seen at her home at 3 a.m., [...]
Apetagon wanted on Canada-wide warrants Calgary Police are looking to the public to help them locate Cyril Apetagon, a man who is wanted on Canada-wide warrants. 29-year old Cyril Apetagon was released from prison to the Calgary area after serving a four-year federal prison sentence for break and enter and sexual assault. Apetagon is wanted [...]
14-year old Katelyn Mosquito likely with 16-year old Jonathan Hansen Update: RCMP say they have found the suspect vehicle, owned by Katelyn Mosquito’s boyfriend Jonathan Hansen, in the Maple Creek district, but investigators have not identified another suspect vehicle at this time. Sgt. Paul Dawson says tips are pouring in via email and telephone, and officers [...]
Police granted authorization to publicize identity of young offender A Canada-wide warrant has been issued for the arrest of 17-year old Adam Bird of Manitoba. Bird has been charged with first degree murder in connection with the Jan. 1 Red Deer, Alberta murder of 25-year old Lloyd Robert Sarson. In an unusual step, authorities were [...]
No injuries in Westjet mishap Westjet guests flying from Kelowna to Edmonton this morning experienced a delay in their travel plans after the nose wheel and right hand wheels slid off the apron at Kelowna International Airport during a snowstorm. The incident occurred just before 8 a.m., on January 7. Westjet flight 150, a Boeing [...]
Canada has the tools to unlock real opportunity for Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Canadians Troy Media – by Brian Lee Crowley and Ken Coates The recent scuffle outside the lobby of the House of Commons between Aboriginal leaders and the Commons security guards is likely only the opening salvo in what could be a long and protracted [...]
Sharkwater director Rob Stewart launches latest film ‘Revolution’
‘Revolution’ documentary is anticipated follow-up to Rob Stewart’s ‘Sharkwater’ Canadian filmmaker Rob Stewart was in Calgary yesterday promoting a follow-up film to his award-winning documentary Sharkwater. Stewart spoke to The Beacon News about his latest film Revolution. Stewart’s mission is simple, if a little ambitious – save humanity. The Canadian conservationist has expanded the scope of his [...]
The Arts must innovate to survive in today’s world
Giving value to the arts and culture By Shawna Stirrett Traditional arts groups such as orchestras, ballets, operas and theatres that neglect to think about how they fit into the broader social context and respond accordingly will fail. This might not happen today or the next day, but the writing is on the wall. While [...]
Historic Barkerville exhibit to tour British Columbia and China
Barkerville exhibit captures Chinese experience during Cariboo Gold Rush An exhibit depicting the lives of Chinese immigrants during the Cariboo Gold Rush will travel to China next year thanks to a $20,000 grant from the B.C. government. The Barkerville exhibit is put together from archives kept in the historic gold rush town, which capture the [...]
