Andrew Hudson

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Environment Canada warns of strong winds Monday

Monday ferry sailing from Prince Rupert to Haida Gwaii has been cancelled

(Haida Gwaii Observer/File photo)
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Bad weather delays next Prince Rupert/Haida Gwaii ferry

Stormy weather will delay the next ferry sailing from Prince Rupert to…

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Number-one bud: Q.C. cannabis store could be the first on Haida Gwaii

A local business owner is looking to open the first licensed cannabis…

(Brian Shamblen/Flickr)
December windstorms led to record ferry cancellations

December windstorms led to record ferry cancellations

Baileys for breakfast? It may not be what the doctor ordered, but…

December windstorms led to record ferry cancellations
Even after Halloween, it’s a good idea to cough like a vampire to avoid making other people sick. (Infection Prevention and Control Canada)

Northern Health says it’s not too late for a flu shot

Flu season may have peaked, but Northern Health says it’s not too…

Even after Halloween, it’s a good idea to cough like a vampire to avoid making other people sick. (Infection Prevention and Control Canada)
Benson Hilgemann flies down part of the Honna Loop trails that he and fellow mountain bikers are building a short ride west of Queen Charlotte in what old-timers might know as the “burn zone.” With about 2.5 km of trail built so far on well-drained skidder roads, Hilgemann hopes the Honna Loop will inspire new and experienced mountain bikers to join a new Haida Gwaii mountain bike society this March. (Andrew Hudson/Haida Gwaii Observer)

Haida Gwaii mountain biking gets in gear

The frost was gone, but the iced puddles on Mac Blo Road…

Benson Hilgemann flies down part of the Honna Loop trails that he and fellow mountain bikers are building a short ride west of Queen Charlotte in what old-timers might know as the “burn zone.” With about 2.5 km of trail built so far on well-drained skidder roads, Hilgemann hopes the Honna Loop will inspire new and experienced mountain bikers to join a new Haida Gwaii mountain bike society this March. (Andrew Hudson/Haida Gwaii Observer)
Raven Ann Potschka/Sandlanee Gid stands still a moment in Space 626, the new home of Ladybird’s Boutique and a venue for live music, dance classes, and other community events. (Andrew Hudson/Haida Gwaii Observer)

Space 626 opens in Masset with room to grow

Not only does she sell stylin’ clothes, Raven Ann Potschka/Sandlanee Gid knows…

Raven Ann Potschka/Sandlanee Gid stands still a moment in Space 626, the new home of Ladybird’s Boutique and a venue for live music, dance classes, and other community events. (Andrew Hudson/Haida Gwaii Observer)
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No Haida Gwaii/Prince Rupert ferry this Thursday

A rough weather forecast is forcing BC Ferries to cancel the Thursday,…

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Rallies show support for Wet’suwet’en opposition to LNG

Rallies show support for Wet’suwet’en opposition to LNG

Hundreds rallied in Old Massett and Skidegate on Tuesday night to support…

Rallies show support for Wet’suwet’en opposition to LNG
Home values rise in islands municipalities

Home values rise in islands municipalities

Home values rose in all three Haida Gwaii municipalities last year. The…

Home values rise in islands municipalities
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Tax change triggers tricky debate on politicians’ pay

Like running the vacuum or taking long drives to nowhere, talking tax…

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MLA Jennifer Rice

MLA Jennifer Rice on the political year ahead

North Coast MLA Jennifer Rice says four years in opposition was good…

MLA Jennifer Rice
The whole school marched hand-in-hand to start off the night, with students’ artwork displayed around the gym. (Andrew Hudson/Haida Gwaii Observer)

In Pictures: Happy Haida Gwaii holidays

Holiday spirit shone all over Haida Gwaii in the lead-up to Christmas,…

The whole school marched hand-in-hand to start off the night, with students’ artwork displayed around the gym. (Andrew Hudson/Haida Gwaii Observer)
Minister appoints special advisor to SD50

Minister appoints special advisor to SD50

B.C.’s minister of education has appointed a special advisor to help the…

Minister appoints special advisor to SD50
Northern Haida Gwaii waters declared “critical habitat” for orca

Northern Haida Gwaii waters declared “critical habitat” for orca

Orca know it, and now the DFO does, too — northern resident…

Northern Haida Gwaii waters declared “critical habitat” for orca
(Skidegate Band Council/Submitted)

Construction underway on new Skidegate Co-op

Crews are building the foundation of what will be a key building…

(Skidegate Band Council/Submitted)
Junior NBA steps up in Masset

Junior NBA steps up in Masset

Bouncing kids and basketballs filled the Howard Phillips Community Hall last weekend…

Junior NBA steps up in Masset
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Less bite, more polite: Group outlines role for Haida Gwaii animal officer

If all Haida Gwaii communities adopt a common bylaw to protect animals…

(Yornik/Flickr)
The Dec. 15 storm toppled a big spruce by the Yakoun River Inn. (Archie Stocker Sr./Haida Gwaii Observer)

After several storms, Haida Gwaii looks set for Christmas calm

The coast is finally clear and the ferries underway. After a major…

The Dec. 15 storm toppled a big spruce by the Yakoun River Inn. (Archie Stocker Sr./Haida Gwaii Observer)
(Andrew Hudson/Haida Gwaii Observer)

Haida Gwaii cleaning up after tree-toppling storm

Crews working to restore power to Queen Charlotte, Skidegate, Tlell, Port Clements, and Tow Hill

(Andrew Hudson/Haida Gwaii Observer)