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Newspaper
Chetwynd The Echo
Location
Chetwynd, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Aug 27, 1980
Page
5
Transportation and Highways Minister Alex Fraser warns BC trucking firms after roadside checks find 164 unsafe trucks among 3 042 inspected from July 7 to July 25. Major defects reached 2 001 with 1 589 needing brake repairs. He urges industry cooperation and notes random inspections will force repairs while maintaining overall industry reputation.
Northern Lights College welcomes Mark Hanen as the new Academic Upgrading instructor. A University of Calgary MA in English graduate, he previously led Keyano College Fort McMurray’s College Preparation Department and founded Portage journal. He enjoys cross country skiing hiking canoeing and classical guitar. He and his wife Terri join the community.
Lightning started 98 of 127 new fires across B C this week. Fire danger was moderate and crews repelled and controlled outbreaks early with air tankers helicopters and repelling teams in action. Large areas north of Prince George will be open.
The District of Mackenzie receives a Crown land grant of 422 hectares worth about 300000 dollars, at Morfee Lake south end near Mackenzie. Planned development includes a golf course, rodeo grounds, ski trails, boat launch, picnic site and ballfield with three water pumps. Fires this year total 1458 burning 47845 hectares. costs reach 11152200.
Prepared to accept registrations for Academic Upgrading and Continuing Education this fall. Schedule a Placement Exam if unsure of schooling level. Suggested courses include Women’s Self Defense Pottery Accounting Photography Folk Guitar and Karate. Call 788-2248 to propose other courses or to enroll. Located across from the IGA next to Black Bros Realty.
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