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Remembrance Day services of the South Cariboo - 100 Mile Free Press
Communities across the South Cariboo are preparing to commemorate Remembrance Day on Wednesday, Nov. 11. Held every year on Nov. 11, Remembrance Day is a time for us all to come together for an hour to remember the men and women who laid down their lives for Canada.
eXp Realty 100 Mile House taking on Cariboo Family Enrichment Centre's Christmas Toy Drive - 100 Mile Free Press
eXp Realty 100 Mile House is stepping up to help those in need this holiday season. When the Cariboo Family Enrichment Centre (CFEC) announced its closure last month, it left the future of many of its programs and activities uncertain. One of them was its annual Christmas Toy Drive, which has been active in the community for over three decades. For the last several years, eXp has supported the toy drive through its Giving Back Together campaign.
PAPER QUIPS: What we leave behind - 100 Mile Free Press
One defining part of being human is wanting to be remembered. While that’s not quite universal, as plenty of people are content to go about their lives quietly, I would argue we all, on some level, want to be remembered by our friends and loved ones. We want to leave our mark on the world while we are here and after we, inevitably, are gone. I got to thinking about this recently while walking through Centennial Park, specifically across the bridge by Bridge Creek Falls.
Internet down for Rogers users in 100 Mile House, Williams Lake, Quesnel - 100 Mile Free Press
Internet is down for Rogers customers across the Cariboo this morning. Sometime early in the morning on Thursday, Nov. 5, before 5 a.m., internet services for parts of Williams Lake, 100 Mile House and Quesnel went down. Rogers Communications stated on its outage site that the disruption has been caused by a fibre optic cable being cut in a suspected act of vandalism or copper theft. As of 8:30 a.m. Thursday morning, technicians are currently on site and repairs are underway.
Fuel breaks, burning planned for Mirage Lake and Watch Lake areas - 100 Mile Free Press
The 100 Mile House Ministry of Forests is planning to burn over 100 hectares of wood debris in two separate projects near Mirage Lake and Watch Lake this winter. The BC Wildfire Service announced the two projects in separate releases on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Both wildfire risk reduction projects are anticipated to begin within the next week and could last until March 31, 2027. The larger project is at Mirage Lake, where 138 hectares of woody debris will be gathered together and burned.
Power tools stolen in Bridge Lake break-and-enter - 100 Mile Free Press
The theft of several power tools from a property on Bridge Lake was caught on surveillance footage last week. Cpl. Jennifer Cooper, of the BC RCMP North District, said that on Nov. 2, 100 Mile House RCMP received a report of a break and enter that had occurred on the 7000-block of Cottage Lane near Bridge Lake. On arrival, officers determined a structure on the property had been entered, where several power tools and other items were taken.
Shopping local in the South Cariboo this holiday season - 100 Mile Free Press
It may seem hard to believe, but Christmas is now only 56 days away. As we all begin preparing for the holiday season here in the South Cariboo, it’s the perfect time to shop, celebrate, and support our local community. This holiday season, the 100 Mile Free Press is running an eight-week campaign to highlight our local businesses with our Live Local, Shop Local campaign.
Walk for Jennifer marks one year anniversary, renews call for answers - 100 Mile Free Press
Where is Jennifer? That’s been the question asked by a dozen Forest Grove residents for the past year. Without fail, rain or shine, they have gathered at least once every month with signs in hand, asking the community for any information it might have on what happened to Jennifer Provençal. On Sunday, Nov. 1, they marked the one-year anniversary of this effort with around 30 individuals in attendance.
Dozens of South Cariboo families attend PSO Haunted House - 100 Mile Free Press
Halloween was made a little spookier this past Saturday during the 2026 Peter Skene Ogden Secondary School Haunted House. Held at the 108 Mile Community Centre on Saturday, Oct. 31, the PSO Haunted House saw around 50 graduating students from the class of 2026/2027 come together to put on a fun community event/fundraiser. One of these students was 2027 PSO Dry Grad Committee grad rep Mackenzie Williams, who said she felt the Haunted House was awesome.
TABLES TALES: Painting like a professional? - 100 Mile Free Press
One thing my paint collection never seems to do is grow smaller. Sure, over the years, a few of my paints have either run out or turned into rubber from prolonged exposure to the air, but I never fail to replace them. If anything, when I do, I buy one or two other paints, just to try them out and so the collection grows. I primarily use the acrylic model paints produced by Games Workshop, known as Citadel Paints.
BCWS conducting wildfire mitigation work along Pressy Lake, Enterprise Forest Service Road - 100 Mile Free Press
Two wildfire risk reduction projects will take place in the South Cariboo this winter. In separate releases last week, the Cariboo Fire Centre informed the public of two major fire mitigation projects, one along Enterprise Forest Service Road (FSR) and the other near the Pressy Lake Recreation Site. Work on both projects is expected to begin by mid-November and last until March 31, 2027.
CMHA bringing community together with new soup program - 100 Mile Free Press
Nothing quite brings people together like a good meal. It’s a simple activity on its face, yet it’s one that has created countless connections across the millennia. That age-old tradition has been carried on at the Canadian Mental Health Association South Cariboo Branch with its new weekly Soups On! Free Friday Soup Program.
Traditional salmon fishing documented in Ckultenellcw Cultural Centre photo exhibit - 100 Mile Free Press
A fading Secwépemc tradition has been preserved thanks to the power of photography. On Thursday, Oct. 29, the Ckultenellcw Cultural Centre hosted the opening of Preserving Salmon For Winter Food, a photo exhibit created by Williams Lake First Nation Elder Helen Sandy. The series of striking photographs chronicles Indigenous fishing camps in Farwell Canyon over the course of 20 years, from salmon being caught using dip nets to being preserved via smoking. “For me, it’s passing on the knowledge.
100 Mile House RCMP arrest man near Forest Grove for criminal harassment, intimate partner violence - 100 Mile Free Press
A South Cariboo man has been arrested for several charges, including committing violence towards an intimate partner. On Wednesday, Oct. 28, the 100 Mile House RCMP and the Cariboo Crime Reduction Unit executed a search warrant at a residence located along the 5400-block of Canim Hendrix Lake Road. The warrant was executed in relation to allegations of threats. They were supported by the North District Emergency Response Team. Cpl.
Interlakes community buys fire department a new pickup truck - 100 Mile Free Press
The support and generosity of the Interlakes community have allowed the Interlakes Volunteer Fire Department (IVFD) to expand its fleet. Earlier this fall, the IVFD purchased a fully outfitted 2026 Ram 3500 pickup truck for use as a squad truck and mobile command centre. Chief Poul Beer said this purchase was made possible thanks to the community’s generosity and the dedicated fundraising efforts of the Interlakes Volunteer Fire Department Society.
2026 Coats For All looking for fresh donations of winter wear - 100 Mile Free Press
For the 29th year in a row, 100 Mile House’s Coats For All fundraiser is taking place this November. Originally started by students at 100 Mile Junior Secondary School, the program has been organized for several years by a dozen volunteers from St. Timothy’s Anglican Church and 100 Mile United Church. Coats For All chairperson Annie McKave said that, as always, their goal is to ensure everyone in the South Cariboo has a warm coat this winter.
New board elected for Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Tourism Association - 100 Mile Free Press
The Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Tourism Association elected a new board during its annual Tourism Summit and AGM last week. Held in Lillooet, the AGM drew tourism operators from across the region. During the summit, attendees elected a new board, honoured 2026’s award winners and listened to guest speakers.
Evening of Song to feature South Cariboo musicians on Music Creator Day - 100 Mile Free Press
Local musicians will shine during 100 Mile House’s inaugural Evening of Song. On Nov. 7, Martin Exeter Hall will feature two hours of live, local and original music from musicians of all ages. This concert has been organized by Trish Chung, who was inspired by the Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada (SOCAN)’s Music Creator Day, celebrated across Canada on Nov. 7. “We have a line-up of singer/songwriters and I’m quite excited by the talent, personally.
PAPER QUIPS: Our internet reliant society - 100 Mile Free Press
It’s funny how much our society relies on the internet today, isn’t it? Whether it’s for business, pleasure or public service, just about anything that can be integrated into the online digital realm has been. Debit/credit machines rely on the internet to function, government websites are the most convenient place to access information and social media, for better or for worse, drives so much of the discourse on local events and politics.
Forest Grove man stabbed in his home, suspect arrested by RCMP - 100 Mile Free Press
A Forest Grove man was arrested for stabbing another on Monday, Oct. 26. 100 Mile House RCMP Sgt. Brian Lamb said police responded to a report of an assault with a weapon at a residence on Bakken Road in Forest Grove. On arrival, officers determined an adult male had been stabbed. Lamb said a second adult male was located in the residence and arrested. “The victim was assessed at the scene by Emergency Health Services and transported to hospital for further treatment,” Lamb said.
2027 Peter Skene Ogden Secondary School Haunted House on this Halloween - 100 Mile Free Press
Peter Skene Ogden Secondary School’s 2027 Dry Grad Committee is ready to bring spooks and thrills to the South Cariboo this Halloween. The committee is kicking off its fundraising efforts this Saturday, Oct. 31, at the 108 Mile Ranch Community Hall with its annual Haunted House. President Lindsey Goodwin said she and the other members of the committee are looking forward to welcoming the community to the haunted house. “We’re excited, the grads are excited.
100 Mile House Wranglers lose back-to-back games against the Sicamous Eagles - 100 Mile Free Press
The 100 Mile House Wranglers lost twice to the Sicamous Eagles this past weekend. The Wranglers faced the Eagles at the South Cariboo Rec Centre on Friday, Oct. 23, before heading to the Sicamous and District Recreation Centre on Saturday, Oct. 24. On home ice, the Wranglers lost a heartbreaking 2-1 game against the Eagles in overtime, while on the road, the Eagles beat them soundly with a 7-3 victory.
Lorne Doerkson becomes premier-elect, wins re-election as MLA - 100 Mile Free Press
Lorne Doerkson has been sent back to Victoria for the third time by the voters of the Cariboo-Chilcotin, this time as premier of the entire province. Based on preliminary polls, Doerkson, the incumbent MLA for the Conservative Party of B.C., won 77.1 per cent of the vote, or 14,218 ballots. His challengers, Kathryn Askew of the BC NDP, secured roughly 16.9 per cent of the vote, 3,123, while Douglas Gook of the Green Party of B.C. brought home six per cent of the vote, 1,103.
Student Vote sees minority Conservative Government, Doerkson elected as premier - 100 Mile Free Press
For the second election in a row, students at 100 Mile Elementary School took part in the CIVIX Student Vote. Across B.C., this year, over 850 schools took part in the 2026 B.C. provincial election with 100,000 elementary, intermediate and high school students casting ballots just as their parents did on Saturday, Oct. 24. In 100 Mile House, the vote was organized by Amy Simcox’s Grade 5/6 class.
Cariboo-Chilcotin MLA Lorne Doerkson on track to win re-election for third time in a row - Maple Ridge News
Published 9:18 pm Saturday, October 24, 2026 By Patrick Davies/100 Mile Free Press Swipe or click to see more B.C. Conservative Leader Lorne Doerkson at a rally in Surrey on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026. (Mark Page/Today in BC) Swipe or click to see more Lorne Doerkson (Contributed to Surrey Now-Leader) Lorne Doerkson has been sent back to Victoria for the third time by the voters of the Cariboo Chilcotin.
Cariboo-Chilcotin MLA Lorne Doerkson wins re-election for third time in a row, becomes premier-elect - Saanich News
Lorne Doerkson has been sent back to Victoria for the third time by the voters of the Cariboo-Chilcotin, this time as premier of the entire province. Based on preliminary polls Doerkson, the incumbent MLA for the Conservative Party of B.C., has won 76.9 per cent of the vote as of 10:30 p.m., with 75 of 89 ballot boxes counted. His rivals, Kathryn Askew of the BC NDP, secured roughly 17.1 per cent of the vote, while Douglas Gook of the Green Party of B.C. brought home six per cent of the vote.
Rolf Zeis Memorial Arena closed due to severe structural damage - 100 Mile Free Press
The Rolf Zeis Memorial Arena has been closed for the rest of the 2026/2027 season. On Saturday, Oct. 17, the Lac La Hache Community Club, which operates and maintains the arena, put out a notice informing the public of the closure, which was effective immediately. Club president Bev Fry said this is being done in the interests of public safety after several structural issues were discovered.
Highway 24 squatters arrested, stolen property recovered - 100 Mile Free Press
A man and a woman were arrested for suspected squatting on a property along Highway 24 last week. Cpl. Jennifer Cooper, BC RCMP spokesperson for Northern B.C., said the pair were arrested on Oct. 14 at a property along the 8000-block of Highway 24 after an investigation concluded they were allegedly unlawfully living in the residence there. During the arrest of the man, 46, and the woman, 32, officers also located several tools and pieces of equipment they believed to be stolen.
100 Mile Wranglers finding their stride - 100 Mile Free Press
The 100 Mile Wranglers are sitting comfortably in the middle of their division as the end of October approaches. While the Wranglers have not put together a win streak longer than two games so far this season, neither have they gone on a losing streak. The team has spent the last several weeks trading wins and losses both at home and on the road. Wranglers head coach Levi Stuart said he thinks it has been a good start to the year.
100 Mile council to have mix of experience, new ideas - 100 Mile Free Press
Two incumbents will be joined by two freshmen councillors when the 2026-2030 District of 100 Mile House council is sworn in on Tuesday, Nov. 10. During the 2026 municipal elections on Saturday, Oct. 17, incumbent councillors Donna Barnett and Dave Mingo both retained their seats, with 440 votes and 348 votes, respectively. Joining them on council will be challengers Ralf Holzapfel and Erin Filtness, neither of whom has held political office before.
2026 Starry Nights fundraiser sets million dollar, multi-year goal - 100 Mile Free Press
The South Cariboo Health Foundation is making its biggest ask to date of the community for the 2026 Starry Nights fundraiser: $1 million. This staggering sum is well warranted, as the foundation has decided to kick-start the renovation of the 100 Mile District General Hospital’s laboratory. Danielle Sabiston, the foundation’s fundraising and PR co-ordinator, said that this will be a multi-year project and fundraising effort.
Dog Lake returned to SXFN ownership as part of treaty process - 100 Mile Free Press
Approximately 436 hectares of land around Dog Lake have been returned to Stswecem’c Xget’tem First Nation (SXFN). On Thursday, Oct. 8, members of the Stswecem’c Xget’tem community gathered on the land to celebrate its return. This parcel was returned to the community in December of 2025 as part of an Interim Treaty Agreement between the SXFN, BC and Canada. The SXFN had originally planned to celebrate the return over the summer, but rescheduled its plans due to wildfire evacuations.
100 Mile mayor-elect excited to get to work - 100 Mile Free Press
David Jurek is excited to become the next mayor of 100 Mile House. According to preliminary poll results, the political newcomer beat incumbent Maureen Pinkney with a commanding 64.1 per cent of the vote during the municipal election held on Saturday, Oct. 17. Jurek received 408 votes to Pinkney’s 228, with 637 of the 1,618 eligible voters casting ballots. This means just over 55 per cent of the voting public took part in this year’s election. “I went for the count on Saturday night.
Former South Cariboo forestry workers learn new career skills thanks to TRU - Summerland Review
For the first time in months, the future is exciting for several former forestry workers from the South Cariboo. Over the past two and a half months, they have been enrolled in Thompson Rivers University’s (TRU) Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO) program, free of charge. Last week, the students got some hands-on experience operating heavy equipment at one of 100 Mile United Concrete’s gravel pits on Jewel Road.
100 Mile man arrested for two separate assaults, home invasions - 100 Mile Free Press
100 Mile RCMP have arrested a 100 Mile House man for assaulting two men in separate home invasions. Sgt. Brian Lamb said that on Oct. 8, RCMP responded to reports of a home invasion along the 6000-block of Bryce Road. On arrival, officers determined the residence had been entered and that an adult male within was assaulted by the suspect. “The victim sustained what was believed to be serious injuries and was transported by B.C. Emergency Health Services to the hospital,” Lamb said.
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