Scientists still figuring out why drive back to Kitimat from Terrace always longer than other way around

Debbie Fey says she’s lived in Kitimat more than 15 years and has yet to understand why the drive to Kitimat from Terrace is always longer than the original drive to Terrace. Scientists as well are trying to figure out the phenomenon. “We leave in

Northern Health reminds public that maternity ward return policy different during holidays

With Christmas just 14 days away, Northern Health wants to remind the public that their hospital maternity wards – including Kitimat and Terrace – have amended return policies for the holidays. “Normally, of course, our patients have a 45-day limited warranty for normal deliveries,” said

Blanket and warm cocoa advisory warning in effect for Kitimat

With up to 25 cm of snow anticipated for the Kitimat area, the community is currently under a blanket and warm cocoa advisory warning until further notice. Residents are advised to drape a thick blanket over their shoulders when wandering their home, and to gently

Kitimat Concert Association feels they’re near breakthrough in bringing Flo Rida to MET

The people behind the Kitimat Concert Association are feeling optimistic that their efforts to get Flo Rida to Kitimat will soon pay off. Flo Rida is an American rap star, known for catchy hip-hop hits. He’s recorded music with artists from T-Pain and Lady Gaga.

In effort to reduce congestion, future Smith Street Trick or Treaters will be eligible through government lottery

In an effort to cut down on the amount of Trick or Treaters on Smith Street and Sparks Street in future years, the District of Kitimat will implement a lottery draw with a cap at 114 youth. The effort is to increase street safety in

In keeping with boil water notice, Kitimat swimming pool maintained at 102C

Swimmers in Kitimat can rest easy during Kitimat’s boil water notice, as the town’s Leisure Services department is providing for community safety by ensuring the water in the swimming pool is kept at 102 degrees Celsius.  “The water is always treated in the proper methods

Kitimat’s first snow of 2017 – a day in pictures

Kitimat’s first snowfall? You bet! Here’s some photo highlights from this special day.

Put your phones away and participate in a great community tradit-oh wait, get your phones back out

The Aluminum City Telethon starts today at 11 am, and the rather than have your heads down on your phones all day, everyone is encouraged to get together for this great community telethon and oh wait, get your phones back out. The Telethon has run

Meet the iconic giant horse who stamped Kitimat’s horseshoe-shaped streets

Many people may not remember Stamps, the famous horse of Kitimat’s pioneer days, who ensured Kitimat would have its iconic horseshoe shaped streets. “Stamps was a rare breed,” said Kitimat Historian Dr. Al Clive. “Towering larger than most buildings of the time, original town planner

As residents debate, Kitimat River pretty sure it made its position on riverbank camping clear

The Kitimat River is pretty sure it made its position clear on the subject of riverbank camping. The District of Kitimat Council this week was set to discuss the future of allowing camping along the river, after significant rain caused a drastic rise in the water