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Millions secured to restore Boston Bar’s historic 1914 Station House
WEBJul 17, 2020 — It is this hub of activity that the Boston Bar North Bend Enhancement Society wants to re-create as they spend just under $2-million in federal and provincial infrastructure dollars to restore the historic station house to 1914 standards. The society found out last week that they had been awarded the $1.9-million, an amount that needs to be ...
Ken Monkhouse, ‘Monkey’ on Highway Thru Hell TV show, passes …
WEBMay 26, 2020 — Monkhouse passed away Sunday night of a heartattack, Jamie Davis towing confirmed. Emelie Peacock May 25, 2020 7:10 PM May 25, 2020 7:25 PM. Highway Thru Hell has confirmed Ken Monkhouse, a Hope tow truck driver who found many fans on the show, has passed away. “He was a wonderful and compassionate man, with a …
E. Coli levels reach extreme levels in Harrison Lake Lagoon
WEBJun 29, 2020 — According to Fraser Health, levels of less than 400 E. Coli bacteria per 100 millilitres is considered satisfactory and safe for swimming. June 26’s sample indicated a level of 2100 bacteria, which is almost six times as high as the maximum satisfactory number. The geometric mean is at 76 bacteria for Harrison Lake Lagoon as of the current ...
Owner of Yarrow’s only gift store says goodbye as she prepares to …
WEBMar 17, 2022 — Yarrow’s only gift shop is shutting its doors for good. Inspired Arts and Gifts, a small shop which sells local handmade artisan items, will be closing on May 15.
VIDEO: House in downtown Hope destroyed by fire
WEBJessica Peters. Nov 2, 2021 11:00 AM Nov 2, 2021 11:30 AM. A house on Third Avenue in Hope has been destroyed by fire. The fire started at about 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 2 and was quickly attacked by Hope firefighters. Witnesses at the scene said that it seemed like everyone from the house was able to escape, although they were concerned ...
VIDEO: 20 cars derail off track in CN Rail wreck in Hope
WEBSep 14, 2020 — A CN Rail train has derailed off a rail bridge in Hope, causing approximately 20 cars loaded with potash to crash. CN crews are on the scene of the incident which happened earlier this morning, Sept. 14, according to the company.
Hope mayor urges residents to get vaccinated - Hope Standard
WEBNov 12, 2021 — Hope’s mayor is continuing to urge residents of the small town to get vaccinated against COVID-19. Peter Robb said he was at the clinic at Fraser Canyon Hospital last Friday getting his booster shot and noticed a family of four in line with him.
District of Hope pays just over $3 million for employees, report …
WEBJul 3, 2021 — The total remuneration of all employees under the $75,000 remuneration line is $1,694,705.38, for a total of just over $3 million for all employee remuneration. The report also included the annual remuneration for all of council. Mayor Peter Robb’s remuneration is currently $32,792. Remuneration for each of the six council members is $18,582.
Phyllis June Stewart - Obituary - Hope Standard
WEBPhyllis June Stewart. March 16, 2022. June 2, 1939 - March 16, 2022. Phyllis passed away peacefully in the Hope Hospice with her family by her side at the age of 82. She is lovingly remembered by her daughter Moyra, grandson Cole (Jessica) and great granddaughters Addison and Sadie. Phyllis was born in Hope and spent her life growing up ...
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