Court halts coal mine work to protect Burnt Pine herd
BC Supreme Court orders 90 day stay on First Coal exploration after ruling government failed adequate consultation with West Moberly First Nation over impacts on caribou habitat near Chetwynd. Justice Williamson demands expeditious action to craft a protection plan aligned with West Moberly views and wildlife ecology reports. Chief Roland Wilson welcomes the decision after three years of appeals.
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Video surveillance to curb depot dumping in Chetwynd
Chetwynd Lions Recycling and Bottle Depot will install video surveillance by April 1 to deter improper drop offs. Manager Sally Paquette notes items left at the depot include a hot water tank, furniture, wood, Styrofoam, toilet paper, towels, blankets and bags of clothing, reflecting a disregard for recycling rules and complicating staff duties.
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