District of Wells News Archives - Click on Year - 2008 - 2007

MARCH - 2007

The inaugral edition of the District of Wells News.

Check out the March 2007 issue for the following stories:

- District of Wells Public Consultation Meeting.

- Theatre Royal Spring Tour to stop in Wells.

- Yael Wand releases "At Your Door".

Plus more information and announcements that were pertinent in March of 2007.

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APRIL - 2007

Check out the April 2007 issue for the following stories:

- Preparations underway for the upcoming tourist season.

- Community Garden coming to Wells.

- 2006 Statistics Canada Census shows that the community of Wells is growing.

- Details on a newly created "Move to Wells" page on the www.wellsbc.com website.

Plus more information and announcements that were pertinent in April of 2007, including information on the 2007 Friends of the Wells Community Hall Dinner and Auction, details on Island Mountain Arts upcoming season, and more.

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MAY - 2007

Check out the May 2007 issue for the following stories:

- Barkerville Historic Town open for the season. New displays to include archealogical dig, led by an archaeologist from Simon Fraser University, that will take place throughout the spring and summer.

- No municipal tax increase for 2007.

- Wells celebrates Earth Day.

- Disney production of Snow Buddies films scenes for the movie in Wells.

Plus more information and announcements that were pertinent in May of 2007, including information on the Barber of Seville coming to Barkerville Historic Town, a Rural Tourism Workshop at the Wells Community Hall, and more.

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JUNE - 2007

Check out the June 2007 issue for the following stories:

- Bowron Lakes open for the season. Find out all you need to know about booking a trip on this world-class canoeing circuit.

- Island Mountain Arts presents an unique Toni Onley exhibit and sale.

- Visitor Centre opens for the summer. Get the inside scoop on the services offered by one of British Columbia's newest tourism Visitor Centres.

- FInd out where you can find more information on Wells and Wells centric communities on the web.

Plus more information and announcements that were pertinent in June of 2007, including stories on the Barkerville Rush Relay, the winners of the District of Wells Unnamed Lanes Contest, and much, much more.

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JULY - 2007

Check out the July 2007 issue for the following stories:

- Grizzly Bears active in the Wells, Barkerville area.

- Gallery re-opens in the historic "Good Eats" building, as the revitalization of the Pooley St. District continues.

- The Sunset Theatre opens for its second season, with Ross Douglas the opening night entertainment.

- The community of Wells receives a new "Moose Island" bridge to replace the rotting and dangerous crossing in the meadow.

Plus more information and announcements that were pertinent in June of 2007, including stories on the District of Wells Property Improvement Contest and more.

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AUGUST - 2007

Check out the August 2007 issue for the following stories:

- Wells Receives Towns for Tomorrow Funding for the new Pooley St. Performance Centre and Ball Diamond.

- Find out everything you've ever wanted to know about the preparations for the 4th Annual ArtsWells Festival of All Things Art.

- Find out how the District of Wells helped celebrate the ninth anniversary of its incorporation.

- Learn about the claims submitted to BC Hydro by the District of Wells and Barkerville Historic Town in regards to power surge damage suffered by both organizations.

Plus more information and announcements that were pertinent in August of 2007, including stories on the Sunset Theatre chair restoration project and more.

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SEPTEMBER - 2007

Check out the September 2007 issue for the following stories:

- Mia Cirotto wins local bursaries.

- Preschool starts for the season.

- District of Wells prepares for 2007 Union of British Columbia Municipalities Conference.

- Learn more about the start of the Wells Community Potlucks.

Plus more information and announcements that were pertinent in September of 2007, including a story on the 2008 District of Wells Property Tax Exemptions and more.

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OCTOBER - 2007

Check out the October 2007 issue for the following stories:

- Wells Fire Brigade practices live burn.

- New newspaper to start in Wells.

- Barkerville Historic Town and Bowron Lake Provincial Park free until May.

- Learn more about free pedometers available from the District of Wells

Plus more information and announcements that were pertinent in October of 2007, including a story on the winners of the District of Wells Property Improvement Contest and more.

 

 

 

 

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NOVEMBER - 2007

Check out the November 2007 issue for the following stories:

- Grand Opening of the Wells Community Gym.

- Barkerville Ghostly Town Tour highlights.

- Wells Fire Brigade practices at Barkerville Historic Town.

- Learn more about free pedometers available from the District of Wells

Plus more information and announcements that were pertinent in November of 2007, including information on the monthly town potluck and more.

 

 

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DECEMBER - 2007

Check out the December 2007 issue for the following stories:

- A listing of all the various events that took place in the Wells, Barkerville area in December of 2007, including the Old Fashioned Christmas in Barkerville.

- An update on the beginning of the snowmobile season in the Wells, Barkerville area.

- News on the 2008 Theatre Royal Spring Tour.

Plus more information and announcements that were pertinent in December of 2007, including information on all of the various Christmas events and parties, plus much more.

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