Chetwynd council discusses rodeo ground upgrades and concerns
The June 5 Chetwynd and District council meeting included two delegations: the Rodeo Ground Committee and School District No. 59. The committee reported progress on rodeo ground improvements and future plans, raising worries about the All Terrain Vehicle Track site and how long rodeo stock stays on site. They fear bike noise could spook horses and stock may damage fences, prompting council to ask for names for contact.
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Chetwynd
Rodeo Ground Committee
Rodeo Ground
House Fire at Ed Esther Residence Spurs Safety Warning
Chetwynd Fire Department battled a chimney fire last Wednesday at the Ed Esther residence. Firefighters removed wall material above the mantel to extinguish the blaze. Chief Bryan King urges residents with fireplace inserts to schedule regular creosote buildup checks.
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Chetwynd Fire Department
Ed Esther
Bryan King
Chetwynd Trade and Transportation Show Planned
Chetwynd Chamber of Commerce to host a three day Trade and Transportation Show at the Recreation Complex September 7 to 10. Eight member committee spent seven months preparing. Over 850 trade and transportation related companies invited. expected 102 exhibitors, up to 200 displays. Speakers include Don Mazankowski Stephen Rogers Alex Fraser and others. Cabinet meeting possible. Tours, events for ladies, wine and cheese reception planned.
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Chetwynd Chamber of Commerce
Federal
Don Mazankowski
P.C
C. Stephen Rogers
Alex V. Fraser
Anthoney Brummer
Don Phillips
M.P
Frank Oberle
Police Report Rodeo Weekend Quiet With Impaired Charges
Police report a quiet rodeo weekend with four impaired charges and one single vehicle accident on Sukunka Road. Micheal Kreighton of Tumbler Ridge was injured when his 1980 Toyota pickup veered off the road and overturned, causing about 5000 dollars in damages.
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Sukunka Road
Micheal Kreighton
Tumbler Ridge
Chetwynd celebrates Caboose Museum and Northeast Coal project
Three busloads of dignitaries arrived in Chetwynd to open the Caboose Museum and mark the Northeast Coal Development, Transportation and Tumbler Ridge opening. A wine party, casino night, and civic speeches highlighted the official ceremonies as $1.5 billion project funding and multiple government and local groups were acknowledged. The next day a pancake breakfast preceded a ribbon cutting by Alex Fraser and Gordon Richie for the museum, with tours and a march to Tumbler Ridge for the regional opening.
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Bank of Commerce
District of
Harold Amundsen
Keith Massey
Chamber of Commerce
Alex Fraser
Gordon Richie
B.C. Rail
Chetwynd Caboose Museum
Chetwynd
Caboose Museum
Northeast Coal Development, Transportation
Tumbler Ridge
District of Chetwynd
Ald. Hicks
Lasser
Lasser Welcomed Honored Guests On Behalf of the District of Chetwynd
Northeast
Basford
Council
Tillys Acre
Rec Centre
Lions Club
Little Giant
Community Arts Council
Henry Dick
Jean Campbell
Elks
Royal Purple
Elks Hall
Transportation and Highways
Chetwynd Caboose
Chetwynd Chamber of Commerce
Ralph Larsen
Northeast Coal and Transportation Development
21st Frontier Daze Rodeo Highlights and Winners
The 21st Frontier Daze rodeo weekend in Chetwynd, organized by the Chamber of Commerce, ran June 7 to 10 with a parade, a sheriff’s two day tour, and prize awards across categories such as Comedy, Commercial, Industrial, Antiques, Non Profit, Walking, Bikes, Girls, and Horses. Proceeds from Casino Night funded new bleachers and park improvements.
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Chetwynd Chambers of Commerce
Bank of Commerce
Lake View Credit Union
Chetwynd Dept Store
Warnecke
IGA
Canfor Antiques
Linda Nordland Non Profit
Sr. Citizens
Chetwynd Chamber of Commerce
Annettes School of
Eaton
Jobson Sisters
Mr. Chicken
Chris Wood
Mark Girard
Steven McAvany
Earl Sisters
Sydney Dotson
Dawn Blandin
Korie Dokie
Lee Caton
Tanturm
Chetwynd Lions Club
Frontier Daze
Rodeo Ground
Recreation Plan for Peace River Liard Study Aims at Regional共Co operation
The Regional Recreation and Culture Study Plan will map existing resources and identify future needs in the 8084 or Zenith 09922 region. Two local students hired through Summer Canada Works under the Peace River Liard Regional District Recreation Department will conduct interviews and distribute a Household Survey Questionnaire in unincorporated areas during June 1984. Kara Hansen-South Peace and Penny Kary-North Peace will contact rural organizations and urge resident input for the plan.
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Summer Canada
Peace River Liard
Ms. Hansen
Ms. Kary
Peace River Liard Regional District
Bennett praises Don Phillips at Dawson Creek coal ceremony
Premier Bill Bennett lauded Minister Don Phillips for boosting northeast coal at a reception in the George Dawson Inn. Dignitaries arrived on three Boeing 737s after a Vancouver luncheon. Mayor Trail presented Bennett and Audrey Bennett a photo, while some attendees crossed an Operation Solidarity picket line. The tour continued to Tumbler Ridge for a $3 billion project opening and to Ridley Island coal terminal, with praise for Japanese partners and a restraint banquet to conclude.
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Bill Bennett
Don Phillips
Northeast Coal
Phillips
George Dawson Inn
Dawson Creek
Bennett
South Peace
Bill Ritchie
Peace Region
Vancouver
Bob Trail
Audrey Bennett
Nar Station
Operation Solidarity
Tumbler
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Council Report
Ron Basford
Charles Lasser
Trade and Transportation
Northeast Coal Development
Ald, Shirley
Hicks
Sherrif
Ms. Kara Hansen
Zenith
Penny Kary
North Peace
Frontier
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