Fran Yanor

Minister defends moose hunt increases as science-led

June 4, 2020 Fran Yanor

By Fran Yanor, Local Journalism Initiative An increase in hunt tags for cows and calves in two areas of the province was renounced by some as flawed wildlife management, while others called it a science-led […]

McBride school 3D prints protective gear for hospital workers

April 16, 2020 Fran Yanor

By Fran Yanor, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The 3D printing lab of a Northern B.C. school has transformed into a face shield factory, building morale and peace of mind for local front-line health workers. Robson […]

Teachers stressed with distance learning expectations

April 15, 2020 Fran Yanor

By Fran Yanor, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter New distance learning plans can’t replicate in-school classes, but many teachers are struggling with stress and guilt at falling short of that expectation, according to the local teachers association […]

Local in-school programs support essential workers

April 14, 2020 Fran Yanor

By Fran Yanor, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Valemount Elementary and McBride Centennial School will restart meal programs and begin providing on-site instruction to children of local front line workers this week. The in-class care is not […]

Relief for some BC Hydro customers, including businesses

April 1, 2020 Fran Yanor

By Fran Yanor, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Fran@thegoatnews.ca If you’re out of work or your business is closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there’s a bit of relief coming your way. “We know that people are […]

No end in sight on COVID measures, but maybe a summer reprieve

April 1, 2020 Fran Yanor

By Fran Yanor, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Neither the Health Minister nor the Provincial Health Officer will commit to an end date of the strict public health measures currently in effect, but the summer holds some […]

‘Stay home, we’ll bend this curve together,’ Premier

April 1, 2020 Fran Yanor

By Fran Yanor, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter “You might not feel it in your living room, but everyone in BC is pulling together,” B.C. Premier John Horgan told British Columbians last night in a rare direct-to-camera […]

BC infection rate tracks closer to South Korea recovery than ‘worst case scenario’ Northern Italy

March 28, 2020 Fran Yanor

Scientific modelling shows B.C has more similarities with the hopeful trajectory of South Korea, than the tragedy playing out in Northern Italy, according to two of the province’s top health officials. […]

COVID measures working, keep going, says provincial health officer

March 28, 2020 Fran Yanor

After nearly two weeks of dramatic and escalating public health restrictions, B.C.’s rate of new COVID-19 cases is slowing, making the next two weeks critical, says B.C. provincial health officer. […]

Don’t be stoic, let us help, BC Advocate tells seniors

March 27, 2020 Fran Yanor

By Fran Yanor, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter A new match-up service connecting volunteers with seniors who are self-isolating in their homes could help thousands of people, said B.C. Seniors Advocate Isobel Mackenzie on Thursday. “Connecting the […]

$5 billion economic relief from province will help people hurt by COVID-19

March 24, 2020 Fran Yanor

By Fran Yanor, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The B.C. Government announced a $5 billion economic relief package on Monday to help workers and businesses hurt by COVID-19. “Workers are concerned that they may not see a […]