Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta travel information for YXS passengers
PRINCE GEORGE - Prince George Airport (YXS) says it's aware of recent developments in Puerto Vallarta and that it understands situations like this create concern for travellers and their families."Our thoughts are with those in the region and with members of our community who may be directly impacted. We are encou...
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Structure fire
Structure fire on Sommerville Road
PRINCE GEORGE - Prince George Fire Rescue responded to a structure fire in the 1800 block of Sommerville Road early this morning (Feb.23).Crews responded at approximately 2:30 a.m. to find fire on one half of the structure and heavy smoke issuing from the eaves."Thanks to a rapid response and coordinated efforts o...
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CKPG Today Events
UNBC hosting 3rd annual Faculty of Business and Economics Dinner
The UNBC Faculty of Business and Economics Dinner returns on March 6, 2026. This signature event unites business leaders, community members, entrepreneurs, faculty, students, and alumni for an inspiring evening celebrating business, economic growth, and sustainability across Northern British Columbia. Guests will enjoy...
Feb 20, 2026
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Learn about Lunar New Year celebrations coming up at Two Rivers Gallery
Lunar New Year celebrations are in store for Two Rivers Gallery on February 21st as we celebrate the year of the Fire Horse. Come make your own Fire Horse Lantern Puppet, fight the Nian Monster with your handmade Chinese Pencil Hand Drum in the Legendary Nian Monster Puppet Show, learn the Chinese traditions & lear...
Feb 20, 2026
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Weekend fire
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Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta travel information for YXS passengers
PRINCE GEORGE - Prince George Airport (YXS) says it's aware of recent developments in Puerto Vallarta and that it understands situations like this create concern for travellers and their families."Our thoughts are with those in the region and with members of our community who may be directly impacted. We are encou...
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Structure fire
Structure fire on Sommerville Road
PRINCE GEORGE - Prince George Fire Rescue responded to a structure fire in the 1800 block of Sommerville Road early this morning (Feb.23).Crews responded at approximately 2:30 a.m. to find fire on one half of the structure and heavy smoke issuing from the eaves."Thanks to a rapid response and coordinated efforts o...
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Tax Season
It's the first tax season since the CRA revamped its services. Here's what to expect
OTTAWA - The Canada Revenue Agency says taxpayers should have an easier time this tax season, a year after it faced criticism for long wait times and, in some cases, bad advice from representatives.The agency has revamped its operations, undertaking a government-ordered service improvement plan focused on addressing ca...
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Spruce Kings reign supreme after weekend sweep of Powell River Kings
PRINCE GEORGE - The Prince George Spruce Kings got goals from five different players as they knocked off the Powell River Kings 5-1 in a Saturday (Feb. 21) showdown at Kopar Memorial Arena.Cody Arnold made 20 saves to record his first BCHL win as Prince George completed the sweep of Powell River. They won the the battl...
Feb 22, 2026
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Special Olympics BC Summer Games
"It's About Joy"
2025 Special Olympics BC Summer Games, "It's About Joy"
The 2025 Special Olympics BC Summer Games brought thousands of smiles and plenty of cheer to Prince George, as close to one thousand athletes from across the province competed in a wide variety of sports across the city. Tommy Osborne takes us through the highlights of the games, including athlete features, medal prese...
Aug 07, 2025
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Special Olympics 2030 National Games
Premier "very enthusiastic backer" of 2030 Special Olympics National Summer Games
PRINCE GEORGE - Even though the 2025 Special Olympics BC Summer Games just wrapped up, the City already is moving straight into preparing for the chance to host the 2030 Special Olympics National Summer Games. It would bring an estimated $8 million in economic impact for the City, as well as 1700 visitors and a lot of ...
Jul 15, 2025
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Special Olympics
Last day of 2025 Special Olympics BC Summer Games brings thousands of smiles
PRINCE GEORGE - As the 2025 Special Olympics BC Summer Games winds down, the athletes and all those involved reflected on what ended up being an incredibly memorable provincial games for Prince George."It is really about joy, it is about lifting one another up, it's about celebrating ability, and that's really wha...
Jul 12, 2025
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Power lifting
Northern B.C. power lifters earn gold medals
PRINCE GEORGE - It was a great weekend for the Region 8 Special Olympics power lifting team, as this small but mighty team saw two of its athletes earn gold medals in their respective categories. Leif Skuggedal and Pierce Northcott earned the honours by completing all six of their lifts."I lifted 259 pounds off th...
Jul 12, 2025
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Northern BC
Weekend fire
Fraser Lake Inn and other businesses destroyed in weekend fire
FRASER LAKE - A devastating fire destroyed the Fraser Lake Inn over the weekend.The fire broke out early Sunday morning at 3 a.m. at the Fraser Lake Shopping Centre. The Fraser Lake Inn, a cannabis store, the Everyday Grocery Store, and a vacant commercial space were all destroyed. The Fraser Lake Supermarket was spare...
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Supporting Tumbler Ridge
Fort St. John RCMP barbecue raises more than $40,000 for Tumbler Ridge families
FORT ST. JOHN, B.C. - A barbecue fundraiser in Fort St. John raised more than $40,000 for the families in Tumbler Ridge who are impacted by the mass shooting in the community earlier this month. Fort St. John RCMP say more than $30,000 was donated by residents during a barbecue at the detachment on Saturday, Feb. 14. I...
Feb 21, 2026
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Hazardous Traveling Conditions
Blowing snow advisory issued for Highway 97 through Pine Pass, Mackenzie and McLeod Lake
MACKENZIE, B.C. - Drivers are being warned of hazardous traveling conditions north of Prince George Sunday (Feb. 22). Environment Canada issued a blowing snow advisory for Highway 97 through Pine Pass and the communities of Mackenzie and McLeod Lake. The weather agency says an Arctic front pushing through the Rockies w...
Feb 21, 2026
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Provincial politics
Bird blasts budget
PRINCE GEORGE - Prince George-Valemount Conservative MLA Rosalyn Bird has weighed in on the provincial budget and she isn't impressed.Bird says there was nothing in it to address the fact seniors are still waiting 300 days for long-term care beds, and that ER pressure and uncertainty in the forestry sector remains. And...
Feb 18, 2026
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Cariboo Region
Driver issued tickets after hitting a man and his dog in Quesnel
QUESNEL - Quesnel R-C-M-P say a driver was issued violation tickets after hitting a man and his dog at a crosswalk Tuesday night, killing the dog. Police say the 78-year-old man was out for a walk with his dog when he was struck by an S-U-V at the intersection of Flamingo Street and Pentland Crescent. The Mountie...
Feb 19, 2026
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MVI
Two-vehicle crash closes Highway 97 north of Quesnel on Family Day
QUESNEL - There were minor injuries in a two-vehicle collision on Highway 97 north of Quesnel on Monday (Feb.16).Quesnel RCMP received word of the crash just before 12:30 p.m. and learned that one of the vehicle occupants was trapped inside their vehicle.To allow first responders to safely extract the trapped occupant ...
Feb 17, 2026
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Search and Rescue
Man rescued after thrown off snowmobile near Barkerville
BARKERVILLE - A man was rescued after being thrown from his snowmobile near Groundhog Lake and Mt. Agnes near Barkerville on Sunday (Feb. 8).Both Quesnel Search and Rescue and Prince George Search and Rescue responded after the man's SOS device on his iPhone was activated shortly after 3 p.m. Prince George Search and R...
Feb 09, 2026
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Missing person
Man located deceased
QUESNEL - Update: RCMP say Engel, who was reported missing to the Quesnel RCMP on Friday, January 2, 2026, was located on Friday, February 6, 2026, and sadly is deceased.Police do not suspect criminality, and the investigation has been turned over to the BC Coroners Service.The Quesnel RCMP wishes to thank the public f...
Jan 30, 2026
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Sports
Spruce Kings 5 Kings 1
Spruce Kings reign supreme after weekend sweep of Powell River Kings
PRINCE GEORGE - The Prince George Spruce Kings got goals from five different players as they knocked off the Powell River Kings 5-1 in a Saturday (Feb. 21) showdown at Kopar Memorial Arena.Cody Arnold made 20 saves to record his first BCHL win as Prince George completed the sweep of Powell River. They won the the battl...
Feb 22, 2026
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Cougars win in Moose Jaw as Mark Lamb ties franchise wins record
MOOSE JAW, SASK. - Make it two wins in two games for the Prince George Cougars on their East Division road trip as they beat the Moose Jaw Warriors 4-2 Saturday (Feb. 21) night.The result is win number 216 for general manager and head coach Mark Lamb, who ties Ed Dempsey for the most wins in Prince George Cougars histo...
Feb 22, 2026
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Prince George defeats Powell River 5-3 in battle of Kings
PRINCE GEORGE - The Prince George Spruce Kings extended their lead on the Coastal East Division in the British Columbia Hockey League (BCHL) thanks to a 5-3 win at home over the Powell River Kings. Michael Denney opened the scoring for Prince George early in the first period with a wrist shot from the slot. Powell Rive...
Feb 21, 2026
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Canada
'We need to act,' health minister says as Canada seeks feedback on men's health
OTTAWA - Health Minister Marjorie Michel says Canada needs to take action on men's health, as she launched the first step toward a national strategy today. The federal government is seeking feedback from people across the country, starting March 2. M...
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OpenAI safety reps summoned to Ottawa after B.C. shooting incident, minister says
OTTAWA - Artificial Intelligence Minister Evan Solomon says he has called representatives of OpenAI to Ottawa to discuss safety concerns after a report emerged about the Tumbler Ridge shooter's engagement with the AI platform ChatGPT. The Wall Street J...
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Carney travelling to India, Australia, Japan on 9-day trade mission
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney is travelling to India, Australia and Japan later this week and next, his office announced today. Carney, whose government is looking to reduce Canada's reliance on trade with the United States, will head to the Indo...
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Canadian tourist says streets of Puerto Vallarta quiet after day of violence
HALIFAX - Marc Edge says the streets of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, are eerily quiet a day after fire and violence engulfed the popular tourist destination on Sunday. The communications professor from Vancouver says he saw billowing clouds of black smok...
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Kendamil baby formula sold at Costco recalled due to concerns about toxin
TORONTO - The Canadian Food Inspection Agency says a baby formula sold online and at Costco is being recalled due to concerns of a toxin that can cause food poisoning. The federal agency says the one-kilogram containers of Kendamil brand infant formula...
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Complainant in Stronach trial breaks into tears as she describes alleged sex assault
TORONTO - Frank Stronach turned into a "different person" inside his hotel suite, growing more aggressive the more she pleaded with him to stop, a woman tearfully told the billionaire businessman's sexual assault trial Monday. The woman, who is the fif...
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World
Police in Britain arrest former ambassador Mandelson in probe into Epstein ties
LONDON (AP) - British police on Monday arrested Peter Mandelson, a former U.K. ambassador to the United States, in a misconduct probe stemming from his ties to the late Jeffrey Epstein. It came days after a friendship with Epstein landed the former Pri...
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Judge blocks release of special counsel Jack Smith's report on Trump classified documents case
WASHINGTON (AP) - A federal judge on Monday permanently barred the release of a report by special counsel Jack Smith on his investigation into President Donald Trump's hoarding of classified documents at his Mar-a-Lago estate. U.S. Distr...
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State Department orders nonessential US diplomats to leave Lebanon as tensions with Iran soar
WASHINGTON (AP) - The United States has ordered nonessential diplomats and their family members to leave Lebanon, a State Department official said Monday, as tensions over Iran rise with the threat of a potentially imminent military strike. ...
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