Barbara Roden

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While many British Columbians are cutting back on Christmas displays because of rising costs, the number of ‘mega’ displays is expected to increase this year. (Photo credit: Michelle_Maria/Pixabay)

Lighting up the night: Christmas ‘mega’ displays on the increase

A significant number of British Columbians take a ‘go big or go home’ view of holiday decorating

While many British Columbians are cutting back on Christmas displays because of rising costs, the number of ‘mega’ displays is expected to increase this year. (Photo credit: Michelle_Maria/Pixabay)
A 100-kilowatt electric vehicle charging unit has been added to the EV charging site in Clinton behind the village office. (Photo credit: BC Hydro)

New 100-kilowatt EV fast charging unit installed in Clinton

Unit is in addition to 50-kilowatt unit installed in 2019

A 100-kilowatt electric vehicle charging unit has been added to the EV charging site in Clinton behind the village office. (Photo credit: BC Hydro)
<em>Meleagris gallopavo</em>, or wild turkey, in its natural state. Sage and onion stuffing not included. (Photo credit: Nature Conservancy of Canada)

Talking turkey: tips for preparing the perfect Christmas bird

From defrosting to cooking and dealing with leftovers, here’s how to have a safe holiday meal

<em>Meleagris gallopavo</em>, or wild turkey, in its natural state. Sage and onion stuffing not included. (Photo credit: Nature Conservancy of Canada)
Ebenezer Scrooge, as played by Alistair Sim (r) in the 1951 film version of <em>A Christmas Carol</em>: ‘He became as good a friend, as good a master, and as good a man, as the good old city knew, or any other good old city, town, or borough, in the good old world.’ (Photo credit: YouTube)

The Editor’s Desk: Making things better

Making the world a better place doesn’t need to cost much more than a smile

Ebenezer Scrooge, as played by Alistair Sim (r) in the 1951 film version of <em>A Christmas Carol</em>: ‘He became as good a friend, as good a master, and as good a man, as the good old city knew, or any other good old city, town, or borough, in the good old world.’ (Photo credit: YouTube)
(from l) Cst. Richard Wright, Cst. Chris Buckland, and Ashcroft Fire Chief Josh White engage in some good-natured ribbing before the 2022 Guns and Hoses charity hockey match. (Photo credit: Submitted)

Third ‘Guns and Hoses’ charity hockey match coming to Ashcroft

The Ashcroft RCMP and Ashcroft Fire Rescue will be taking part in…

(from l) Cst. Richard Wright, Cst. Chris Buckland, and Ashcroft Fire Chief Josh White engage in some good-natured ribbing before the 2022 Guns and Hoses charity hockey match. (Photo credit: Submitted)
Ashcroft Hospital and Health site, (Journal files)

Ashcroft Urgent and Primary Care Centre closed on Dec. 18

Centre expected to reopen on Dec. 19

Ashcroft Hospital and Health site, (Journal files)
The CP Holiday Train’s last live stop in Ashcroft was in December 2019, when the South Cariboo E. Fry Society food bank was presented with a cheque for $5,500. (from l) Fraser-Nicola MLA Jackie Tegart; Ashcroft Mayor Barbara Roden; CP’s Director of Indigenous Relations and Government Affairs Mike LoVecchio; and E. Fry Executive Director Trish Schachtel. (Photo credit: Christopher Roden)

CP Holiday Train rolling into Savona and Ashcroft on Dec. 16

A record turnout is expected at both stops, which will feature live music and much more

The CP Holiday Train’s last live stop in Ashcroft was in December 2019, when the South Cariboo E. Fry Society food bank was presented with a cheque for $5,500. (from l) Fraser-Nicola MLA Jackie Tegart; Ashcroft Mayor Barbara Roden; CP’s Director of Indigenous Relations and Government Affairs Mike LoVecchio; and E. Fry Executive Director Trish Schachtel. (Photo credit: Christopher Roden)
Santa isn’t just for kids, as he proved on Dec. 12 when he dropped by the Ashcroft HUB to surprise some seniors and HUB executive director Jessica Clement (at centre behind Santa) who had gathered for coffee. (Photo credit: Nancy Kendall)

Enjoy a final flurry of festive events as Christmas draws near

From a holiday concert and a snowflake dance to free skating and Santa visits, there’s lots to do

Santa isn’t just for kids, as he proved on Dec. 12 when he dropped by the Ashcroft HUB to surprise some seniors and HUB executive director Jessica Clement (at centre behind Santa) who had gathered for coffee. (Photo credit: Nancy Kendall)
Brown paper packages tied up with string will reduce the amount of unrecyclable Christmas wrapping that ends up in ladnfills every year. (Photo credit: monicore/Pixabay)

Give some special gifts and cut down on waste this Christmas

Up to 35 per cent more waste is generated over the Christmas season, but there are ways to cut down

Brown paper packages tied up with string will reduce the amount of unrecyclable Christmas wrapping that ends up in ladnfills every year. (Photo credit: monicore/Pixabay)
A photograph from the 1930s shows a wooden sign beside what then remained of Harper’s Mill. In 1947 the <em>Journal</em> notes that the building was still in the process of being demolished. (Photo credit: Ashcroft Museum and Archives)

In 1972, Lytton elects Lorraine Simpson as its second ‘lady Mayor’

Simpson was elected following the death of incumbent mayor Hazel Hill

A photograph from the 1930s shows a wooden sign beside what then remained of Harper’s Mill. In 1947 the <em>Journal</em> notes that the building was still in the process of being demolished. (Photo credit: Ashcroft Museum and Archives)
Cars full of Christmas shopping are a tempting target for thieves. (Photo credit: Pixabay)

Keep the Grinch away from holiday gifts this Christmas season

Whether they’re in your car or in your home, Christmas gifts are a tempting target for thieves

Cars full of Christmas shopping are a tempting target for thieves. (Photo credit: Pixabay)
The Sage Sound Singers at their Christmas concert in 2021. This year’s concert will be taking place on Saturday, Dec. 17, with performances at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the Ashcroft HUB. (Photo credit: Submitted)

Sage Sound Singers’ Christmas concert honours very special person

‘Here Comes the Sun: A Beatles Christmas’ pays tribute to Ashcroft resident Gerry Wong

The Sage Sound Singers at their Christmas concert in 2021. This year’s concert will be taking place on Saturday, Dec. 17, with performances at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the Ashcroft HUB. (Photo credit: Submitted)
One librarian: Donna Reed as the alternative reality Mary Bailey — a spinster librarian — in <em>It’s a Wonderful Life</em>. (Photo credit: YouTube)

The Editor’s Desk: Love your local library

Libraries, more than perhaps any other institution, have embraced the new and welcome everyone

One librarian: Donna Reed as the alternative reality Mary Bailey — a spinster librarian — in <em>It’s a Wonderful Life</em>. (Photo credit: YouTube)
A new bus service connecting Lytton and Ashcroft will begin running every Friday starting Dec. 16. (Photo credit: Barbara Roden)

New bus service from Lytton to Ashcroft will run every Friday

Bus will make two round trips between the communities every Friday starting Dec. 16

A new bus service connecting Lytton and Ashcroft will begin running every Friday starting Dec. 16. (Photo credit: Barbara Roden)
They’re museum pieces now, but these novelty phones were the height of sophistication and modernity in 1972, as this vintage B.C. TEL ad shows. (Photo credit: <em>Journal</em> archives)

In 1972, Loon Lake residents asked to practice better phone etiquette

Those on party lines are reminded to hang up the receiver as a ‘common courtesy’ to others

They’re museum pieces now, but these novelty phones were the height of sophistication and modernity in 1972, as this vintage B.C. TEL ad shows. (Photo credit: <em>Journal</em> archives)
Oh yes, Santa knows if you’ve been naughty or nice. If you missed him at the HUB market on Dec. 3 (pictured), never fear: he’ll be at the Ashcroft Santa Parade on Dec. 9, and in Savona and then Spences Bridge on Dec. 11. (Photo credit: Barbara Roden)

More Christmas markets, concerts, and celebrations on the way

Santa Claus will be a busy man as he makes appearances in Ashcroft, Savona, and Spences Bridge

Oh yes, Santa knows if you’ve been naughty or nice. If you missed him at the HUB market on Dec. 3 (pictured), never fear: he’ll be at the Ashcroft Santa Parade on Dec. 9, and in Savona and then Spences Bridge on Dec. 11. (Photo credit: Barbara Roden)
When we picture Christmas dinner with family, it oftens looks like this, but reality can be somewhat different. (Photo credit: Nicole Michalou/Pexels)

The Editor’s Desk: Food for Christmas thought

Christmas dinner can be fraught with difficulties, so here are some tips to help you get though it

When we picture Christmas dinner with family, it oftens looks like this, but reality can be somewhat different. (Photo credit: Nicole Michalou/Pexels)
The Cache Creek pool has not been open since the 2019 season, and council has asked for a study to determine the cost of the work needed to get the pool up and running for 2023. (Photo credit: Barbara Roden)

Consultant to determine cost of reopening Cache Creek pool

Cache Creek council votes in favour of looking into cost to get pool open for 2023 season

The Cache Creek pool has not been open since the 2019 season, and council has asked for a study to determine the cost of the work needed to get the pool up and running for 2023. (Photo credit: Barbara Roden)
Ashcroft Home Hardware’s Logan Spence with the Giving Tree, which will be set up until Dec. 14 with gift ideas for area kids and seniors. (photo credit: Barbara Roden)

‘Giving Tree’ makes Christmas brighter for kids and seniors

E. Fry Society campaign matches gifts with recipients to spread some holiday cheer

Ashcroft Home Hardware’s Logan Spence with the Giving Tree, which will be set up until Dec. 14 with gift ideas for area kids and seniors. (photo credit: Barbara Roden)
Deb Arnott is one of 15 British Columbians who will be receiving the B.C. Medal of Good Citizenship for their dedication and service to their communities. (Photo credit: Submitted)

Cache Creek’s Deb Arnott awarded BC’s Medal of Good Citizenship

Arnott one of 15 British Columbians honoured for their dedication to service

Deb Arnott is one of 15 British Columbians who will be receiving the B.C. Medal of Good Citizenship for their dedication and service to their communities. (Photo credit: Submitted)
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