The Omineca Ski Club held their St. Patrick’s Day Ski fun poker run event on March 15. The club said on their website, “The St Patrick’s day ski will still be going ahead, however in light of COVID19 precautions were taken such as skipping the potluck dinner portion. So while we will enjoy the great outdoors, please leave your dishes at home. Please continue to follow Health Canada recommendations. Stay home if sick, wash your hands, follow proper cough hygiene…etc.

There are many superstitions surrounding Friday the 13th. See how well you know these traditions

Check in on them, by phone or in person, to ensure their needs are being met

The great horned owl, also known as the tiger owl or the hoot owl,is a large owl native to the local area. The colour of the facial disc varies from a gray to a cinnamon. ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Lake resident Jason Blackwell captured this adult owl hanging around Fifth Avenue.

The recipients of the 2020 Bill Konkin Citizen(s) of the Decade award have been chosen.

The Bulkley Valley Credit Union - Lakes District branch donated $1,000 to the Children’s Festival and Dog Show for this year’s Lakes District Fall Fair & Music Festival. The BVCU also donated an additional $4,000 to the fair’s capital project to replace and upgrade the pump house and concession booth. (Submitted photo)

The ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Lake Public Library has tried something new this year. At the advice of other libraries in the province, they’ve compiled a list of the most popular books and items from 2019. The list gives insight into what ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Lake residents are truly want to read.

Bullying is a major problem in schools, workplaces, homes and online. Pink Shirt Day aims to raise awareness of these issues and along with many other organizations in ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Lake, Cheslatta Carrier Nation chief and council wore their pink shirts in support. (Laura Blackwell photo)

The annual Mother Millie Garage Sale was held Feb. 15 at the Lakeview Mall. All proceeds from this event help with veterinary treatment of stray animals in the community. The fundraiser went from Feb. 15 till Feb 20 and they raised approximatley $3500. (Lakes District ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà photo)

On Feb. 11 and Feb. 13 William Konkin Elementary and Decker Lake Elementary Schools hosted their annual science fairs. The science fairs are made up of student projects and judges will determine which students will move on to the district science fair on Feb. 19. (Lakes District ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà & submitted photos)