First Nations chiefs in B.C. call on Carney, Smith, to halt pipeline advancement
A group that represents numerous First Nations across British Columbia is calling on Ottawa and Alberta's government to halt efforts to advance the West Coast pipeline, saying expanding the oil industry will accelerate climate change and disasters. "Th...
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Kodiaks 0 Rams 75
Prince George Kodiaks take devastating loss on home turf
PRINCE GEORGE - The Prince George Kodiaks took a thrashing on home turf at Masich Place Stadium Saturday night (August 8) against the Langley Rams. The Rams earned a 75-0 shutout victory, handing the Kodiaks a 1-2 record on the young season. Meanwhile, the Rams sit atop the BC Football Conference standings with a 4-0 r...
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CKPG Today Entertainment
Aaron Goodvin preparing for Hospice Country Music Festival on August 6
Aaron Goodvin and his band are set to play in Prince George on August 6 in support of the PG Hospice Palliative Care Society at their inaugural Country Music Festival! The festival will include performances from local bands kicking off at 1 pm and will finish off at 10 pm. Details on how to get your tickets here.
Aug 05, 2026
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CKPG Today Fun Stuff
Get ready for the 2026 Canadian Native Fastball Championships
The 2026 Canadian Native Fastball Championships are on now at Carrie Jane Grey Park which includes Spruce City Stadium, Rotary Field, and more! Learn how you can join in on the action and what it takes to play the sport on the show. More information and scheduling available on Facebook here.
Jul 31, 2026
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United Way BC reaching out for Wildfire
United Way BC reaching out for Wildfire Recovery donations
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State of Emergency
B.C. declares State of Emergency as wildfire forces mass evacuations, possible fatality under investigation
Aug 09, 2026
Drivers urged to avoid unnecessary trave
Drivers urged to avoid unnecessary travel near wildfires
Aug 08, 2026
Kodiaks
Kodiaks face biggest test yet
Aug 07, 2026
Residents Concerns
Resident raises concerns over neglect
Aug 07, 2026
Prince George
United Way BC reaching out for Wildfire
United Way BC reaching out for Wildfire Recovery donations
PRINCE GEORGE - The United Way BC is seeking donations to help those who have been displaced by wildfires raging across the southern part of the province. This comes as the raging Bald Range wildfire forced over 20,000 people to flee their homes across the Okanagan. The fire, which sparked Friday (August 7), quickly ex...
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State of Emergency
B.C. declares State of Emergency as wildfire forces mass evacuations, possible fatality under investigation
SUMMERLAND - British Columbia has declared a state of provincial emergency as a fast-moving wildfire in the South Okanagan continues to spread, forcing the evacuation of about 20,000 people and prompting a massive emergency response effort.The Bald Ridge wildfire, first reported Friday evening, grew rapidly amid strong...
Aug 09, 2026
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Drivers urged to avoid unnecessary trave
Drivers urged to avoid unnecessary travel near wildfires
PRINCE GEORGE -Wildfires and the smoke they produce can be hazardous to property, health and even driving conditions, and Road Safety at Work is urging motorists to avoid wildfire areas if possible. "Intense heat, smoke, and debris on the road can affect driving conditions," said Trace Acres, Program Director...
Aug 08, 2026
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Kodiaks
Kodiaks face biggest test yet
PRINCE GEORGE - After earning their first win of the BCFC season, the Prince George Kodiaks are preparing for what may be their toughest challenge of the year.The Kodiaks host the league-leading Langley Rams this weekend, a matchup that will test just how far the young Prince George squad has progressed since opening d...
Aug 07, 2026
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Northern BC
Gold mine expansion west of Prince George could add 1,500 local jobs
PRINCE GEORGE - Construction crews have started working on a major gold mine expansion west of Prince George. This project could change the local job market for years ahead.Artemis Gold Inc. announced this week that major construction has started on its Blackwater Mine expansion. The company also opened a new office an...
Aug 07, 2026
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IIO
IIO clears RCMP officers in 2024 Tsay Keh Dene police shooting
The Independent Investigations Office of British Columbia has concluded that no criminal charges will be recommended against RCMP officers involved in the shooting of a man in Tsay Keh Dene in April 2024.According to the report, RCMP received a 911 call at approximately 10:04 p.m. on April 9, 2024, indicating an Indige...
Aug 06, 2026
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Crime
Telecommunications wire theft disrupts Telus and 911 services near Fraser Lake
FRASER LAKE, B.C. - RCMP in Fraser Lake are asking for the public's help as they investigate the theft of telecommunications wire that temporarily disrupted Telus services, including access to 911 emergency services.Police say they received a report from Telus at approximately 4:30 p.m. on August 2 after a section of t...
Aug 04, 2026
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Wildfire advisory
Wildfire crisis prompts travel warning ahead of long weekend in South Cariboo
Residents and travelers heading through British Columbia's South Cariboo this long weekend are being urged to stay informed, prepare for changing conditions, and consider postponing non-essential travel as wildfire activity continues to impact the region.The warning comes as the Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD)...
Jul 31, 2026
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Municipal Election 2026
Municipal election
Prince George resident Jesi Janjua launches campaign for City Council
PRINCE GEORGE - Longtime Prince George resident and community advocate Jesi Janjua has officially entered the race for a seat on Prince George City Council in this fall's municipal election.Janjua, who was born and raised in Prince George, announced his candidacy Wednesday, positioning himself as a practical, locally f...
Aug 06, 2026
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Municipal election
Frizzell launches bid for Prince George mayor
PRINCE GEORGE - Prince George city councillor Garth Frizzell has officially entered the race for mayor, announcing Wednesday that he will seek the city's top elected position in the 2026 municipal election.Frizzell said his campaign will be built around economic development, public safety, restoring trust in government...
Aug 05, 2026
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Candidates and voters encouraged to prepare
PRINCE GEORGE - Anyone interested in running for local office in Prince George can start getting ready for the 2026 municipal election.The City of Prince George has announced that nomination packages are now available for residents who want to run for mayor or council before the general voting day on Oct. 17.The city s...
Aug 04, 2026
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Municipal election
Prince George Councillor Kyle Sampson launches mayoral campaign
PRINCE GEORGE - Prince George city councillor Kyle Sampson has officially announced his candidacy for mayor, launching a campaign focused on leadership, public safety, economic opportunity and improving city services.In a campaign announcement, Sampson said his decision to run comes after eight years serving on city co...
Aug 04, 2026
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Cariboo Region
State of Emergency
B.C. declares State of Emergency as wildfire forces mass evacuations, possible fatality under investigation
SUMMERLAND - British Columbia has declared a state of provincial emergency as a fast-moving wildfire in the South Okanagan continues to spread, forcing the evacuation of about 20,000 people and prompting a massive emergency response effort.The Bald Ridge wildfire, first reported Friday evening, grew rapidly amid strong...
Aug 09, 2026
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Charges laid
Truck driver charged in fatal Highway 97 crash near Quesnel
QUESNEL - A B.C. tractor-trailer driver has been charged with impaired driving causing death following a fatal collision that claimed the life of a Vancouver Island motorcyclist last summer.Police say the crash occurred shortly after midnight on July 24, 2025, on Highway 97 near Naver Creek Road, south of Hixon. The co...
Aug 06, 2026
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Wildfire advisory
Wildfire crisis prompts travel warning ahead of long weekend in South Cariboo
Residents and travelers heading through British Columbia's South Cariboo this long weekend are being urged to stay informed, prepare for changing conditions, and consider postponing non-essential travel as wildfire activity continues to impact the region.The warning comes as the Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD)...
Jul 31, 2026
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Traffic
Highway Patrol ramps up enforcement on Highway 24 amid wildfire detours
BC Highway Patrol is increasing enforcement along Highway 24 as wildfire-related closures of Highway 97 continue to divert large volumes of traffic through the Cariboo region.Police say the rural highway is experiencing significantly more vehicles than usual due to detours caused by active wildfires. Highway 24, which ...
Jul 30, 2026
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Sports
Kodiaks 0 Rams 75
Prince George Kodiaks take devastating loss on home turf
PRINCE GEORGE - The Prince George Kodiaks took a thrashing on home turf at Masich Place Stadium Saturday night (August 8) against the Langley Rams. The Rams earned a 75-0 shutout victory, handing the Kodiaks a 1-2 record on the young season. Meanwhile, the Rams sit atop the BC Football Conference standings with a 4-0 r...
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UNBC Athletics
Timberwolves add accomplished midfielder Kosta Adzic to 2026 recruiting class
PRINCE GEORGE - The UNBC Timberwolves men's soccer team has strengthened its roster for the upcoming Canada West season, announcing the addition of experienced midfielder Kosta Adzic.The Burnaby native joins the Timberwolves after completing a successful university career at Trinity Western University, where he earned ...
Aug 05, 2026
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UNBC Athletics
Timberwolves add Vancouver Island standout to recruiting class
PRINCE GEORGE - The UNBC Timberwolves women's soccer team has added another promising player to its 2026 recruiting class with the commitment of Courtenay product Caitlyn Kinnear.Kinnear joins the Timberwolves after developing with the Comox Valley United Soccer Club and establishing herself as a versatile attacking pl...
Aug 04, 2026
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Canada
In the news today: B.C. wildfire losses, GM talks start, Montreal police scandal
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed... Evacuees slowly learn of losses from B.C. wildfire that forced thousands to flee The thousands forced out by the Bald Range wildfire in the South Okanagan region ...
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New York trial of man accused of killing daughter enters fourth week
ELIZABETHTOWN - The trial of a man accused of killing his nine-year-old daughter last summer during a trip to New York is entering its fourth week. Luciano Frattolin is on trial in Elizabethtown, N.Y., facing charges of second-degree murder and concea...
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Evacuees slowly learn of losses from B.C. wildfire that forced thousands to flee
PENTICTON - Kyla Gaudiuso says she found out her home in Faulder, B.C., had been destroyed when she received a photo of the ridge where it once stood, completely engulfed in flames. The community west of Summerland was one of the first areas overrun by...
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Why information officer kept camera rolling even as he fled B.C. wildfire with family
PENTICTON - When Erick Thompson decided he had to flee with his family as a wildfire roared towards Summerland, B.C., around 1:40 a.m. on Saturday, he also knew he had to keep filming. That's because Thompson is the senior manager of communications for...
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Brutality, racism allegations deepen trust gap after years of complaints in Montreal
MONTREAL - Frantz Jean-Jacques remembers feeling hopeful after coming out of a meeting more than a decade ago with the commander of a police station in a multicultural neighbourhood of Montreal. Over a dozen local residents attended, including a number...
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Here are major reports, inquiries and lawsuits into police racism in Quebec
MONTREAL - As a police station in a Montreal multicultural neighbourhood grapples with allegations of racism and brutality made public in June, local residents are preparing for a public meeting with city officials and the chief of the police force on ...
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World
Ukrainian drone attack on the Russian city of Nizhnekamsk kills 13, authorities say
A Ukrainian drone attack Monday on the Russian city of Nizhnekamsk killed 13 people, including a child, and wounded 48 others, authorities in the Tatarstan region said. Officials didn't say what the drones targeted, but the city is an im...
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Suspected Irish crime boss lands in Dublin after extradition from Dubai to face allegations
LONDON (AP) - The alleged leader of an Irish organized crime gang was extradited to Ireland from Dubai on Sunday to face allegations that he ran an international drug smuggling and money laundering empire with tentacles that stretched to Britain, Spain...
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Jorge Messi, Lionel Messi's father and longtime agent, dies at 68
ROSARIO, Argentina (AP) - Jorge Messi, the father of soccer star and Argentina captain Lionel Messi, died Saturday at a hospital in the central Argentina city of Rosario. He was 68. The Rosario-based Club Atlético Newell's Old Boys announced his death ...
Aug 08, 2026
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