Fresh drilling set after promising find near old Craigmont Mine site northwest of Merritt
—— By Michael Potestio/Castanet Nicola Mining plans to begin drilling at new...
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Nicola Mining Inc. to conduct IP survey in search of copper deposits
In search of new copper deposits, Nicola Mining Inc. has contracted Saskatoon-based firm Dias...
Public input wanted to extend life of Highland Valley mine near Logan Lake
Public opinion is wanted in a decision to extend the life of the Highland Valley Copper mine near Logan Lake for another 18 years.
Theft from mine near Merritt a mystery
It is believed around 30-50 tonnes of ore was taken, worth approximately $3.60 per pound.
There’s iron in the hills: Iron Mountain’s history of luring in prospectors
While Iron Mountain has never undergone a major mining operation, it has held the interest of mining companies for well over 100 years.
LETTER: B.C. industries in a ‘death spiral’
With the wealth of resources our province has to offer, we should not be millions of dollars in debt. Or maybe I could be wrong, just give it all away. It’s our children’s problem, not ours.
Work stoppage ends at HVC following safety shut down
Union workers at Highland Valley Copper (HVC) mine are back to work this morning following a safety stand down yesterday.
Union at Highland Valley Copper mine serves 72-hour strike notice
The earliest date any strike action could start is Jan. 16, after mediated talks, which are scheduled to be held on Jan. 14
New Gold announces Beyond New Afton Project
While mine life has been extended to at least 2030, employees are planning now for what to do when operations eventually cease.
Elk Gold project strikes high-quality ore
The results of test drilling revealed that Gold Mountain is poised to access some exceptional gold deposits, even outpacing what the mine had previously produced through mining of what is known as the ‘Mother Shoot’.
MINING MONTH: BC’s long history of mining
To celebrate mining month, The Herald looks at BC’s rich history in the mining industry.
Nicola Mining active in making improvements
As part of Mining Month, The Herald looks at the past, and future, of Nicola Mining.
Council proceeds with plans to visit mines inspector
Members of Merritt’s city council are heading to Kamloops today to discuss a proposed...
Nicola Mining plans to restart milling at Craigmont site this year
The clock is ticking for Nicola Mining to resume operations at their Merritt Mill. The...
Production declines at Highland Valley Copper
The company which runs the Highland Valley Copper mine said they are ahead of schedule on a...
MLA calls for public consultation on proposed gravel pit in Merritt
No public meeting has been announced for a proposed gravel mine in the Nicola Valley, but...
Gravel company defends proposed pit
Following a wave of disapproval from concerned residents, owners of a proposed gravel...
B.C. extends mining tax credits to attract investment
The B.C. government is making two mining tax credits permanent, to attract investment to...
B.C. task force aims to grow mining jobs
Minister, industry stress mineral demand for electric vehicles. Coming out of the 2014 failure of...
Mining on rebound, minister moves on
After the Mt. Polley mine tailings dam failed, B.C. government staff searched through boxes of...
