STARS Ambulance Could Aid Remote BC Areas
A Chetwynd resident recalls a December explosion leaving Joyce with severe burns and notes air ambulance delays due to weather. The writer urges Northern Health to allow STARS to fly into the region, citing faster transport to Edmonton burn care and stronger survival chains.
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Correction update on Garth Joyce burn injuries
Last week's front page misreported burns as 75 percent. The correct figure is 35 percent. Joyce remains in intensive care in an Edmonton burn unit and, according to friends, is progressing, with a potential February homecoming anticipated.
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Campbell backs Alcan power deal under fire in BC row
Critics say premier supported a sweetheart 1.8 billion Kitimat smelter modernization with a 20 year power sale to Alcan. BC Utilities Commission finds the plan flawed, warning consumers and businesses would pay higher rates as Alcan reaps windfall profits. Municipal notice reference.
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