Croft Road
Croft Road dispute far from over
PRINCE GEORGE - A building permit issued in error by the City of Prince George has left a Hart neighbourhood development in limbo, sparked frustration among nearby residents and put council in the difficult position of deciding who should bear the consequences of a mistake that never should have happened.The dispute ce...
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BC Politics
Centre-right rivalry emerges as B.C. Conservatives continue to fracture
VICTORIA - The ongoing turmoil within the B.C. Conservative Party is creating a political opening for competing centre-right movements, with both Centre BC leader Mike Bernier and Independent MLA Peter Milobar making the case that they represent the future alternative to Premier David Eby's NDP government.The latest sh...
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CKPG Today Out and About
Tips on what to pack in your emergency grab-and-go-bag
With wildfire season, floods, and other emergencies becoming a reality for many Northern B.C. communities, emergency officials are encouraging residents to have a grab-and-go bag ready in case they need to leave home on short notice. More information available here.
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CKPG Today Entertainment
Cluculz Lake Music Festival set for return this weekend
The Cluculz Lake Music Festival is set for a return between Prince George and Vanderhoof this weekend featuring some of the region's most popular groups! Hear from organizers on the show about what to expect and hear from the Huckleberry band who plays an original tune. More details on tickets and camping here.
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Croft Road
Croft Road dispute far from over
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Seventh MLA walks as B.C. Conservative turmoil deepens
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Upgrades on the way
Vanderhoof receives $7 Million for major water system upgrades
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Municipal election
Former City executive Bob Radloff enters Prince George Council race
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Prince George Cougars
New era, same expectations ahead
Aug 28, 2026
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Croft Road
Croft Road dispute far from over
PRINCE GEORGE - A building permit issued in error by the City of Prince George has left a Hart neighbourhood development in limbo, sparked frustration among nearby residents and put council in the difficult position of deciding who should bear the consequences of a mistake that never should have happened.The dispute ce...
4h ago
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b.c. politics
Seventh MLA walks as B.C. Conservative turmoil deepens
PRINCE GEORGE - Another MLA has left the B.C. Conservative caucus, and a former deputy premier says regular British Columbians are the ones affected.Chilliwack-Cultus Lake MLA Á'a:líya Warbus said Monday she is leaving the caucus to become an Independent. Warbus said communication, transparency, and leade...
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Municipal election
Former City executive Bob Radloff enters Prince George Council race
PRINCE GEORGE - Engineer, business owner and former City of Prince George senior executive Bob Radloff has officially launched a campaign for a seat on Prince George City Council in this fall's municipal election.Radloff announced his candidacy Monday under the banner of "Building a Better Future," a campaign...
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Prince George Cougars
New era, same expectations ahead
PRINCE GEORGE - The Prince George Cougars are back on the ice, and while the faces may look a little different this season, the expectations inside the dressing room have not changed.The club officially opened training camp this week at CN Centre, welcoming 88 players as preparations begin for the 2026-27 Western Hocke...
Aug 28, 2026
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Northern BC
Upgrades on the way
Vanderhoof receives $7 Million for major water system upgrades
VANDERHOOF - The District of Vanderhoof is set to receive more than $7 million in federal infrastructure funding to upgrade its water system, enhance fire protection and improve the community's resilience to emergencies and power outages.The funding comes through the Strategic Priorities Fund under the Build Communitie...
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2026 local elections
Nominations for Regional District elected positions open next week
PRINCE GEORGE - Anyone thinking about running for local office in the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George has a narrow window to submit their paperwork. Nominations open at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, September 1, and close at 4 p.m. on Friday, September 11. Documents received outside that window cannot be accepted.The gene...
Aug 28, 2026
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Wildfire update
Update: Evacuation alert lifted for wildfire northwest of Endako
Update: The Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako has rescinded an evacuation alert that was issued August 26 on the recommendation of the BC Wildfire Service. Residents in the affected area are no longer under alert, but officials caution that wildfire conditions can change quickly. The regional district says it will c...
Aug 27, 2026
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Wildfire
Evacuation alert issued for areas near Endako due to wildfire
The Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako has issued an Evacuation Alert for properties near Endako as crews respond to a wildfire sparked by lightning.The alert was issued Wednesday at the recommendation of the BC Wildfire Service for wildfire G41970, which was discovered Tuesday. The fire is located in an area south o...
Aug 26, 2026
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Municipal Election 2026
Municipal election
Former City executive Bob Radloff enters Prince George Council race
PRINCE GEORGE - Engineer, business owner and former City of Prince George senior executive Bob Radloff has officially launched a campaign for a seat on Prince George City Council in this fall's municipal election.Radloff announced his candidacy Monday under the banner of "Building a Better Future," a campaign...
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Municipal election
Civic election sign period begins next week
PRINCE GEORGE - With Prince George's civic election campaign set to ramp up, candidates will soon be able to begin placing campaign signs throughout the city as the official sign period gets underway next week.Starting Tuesday, election signs can be installed at 14 designated locations across Prince George, marking the...
Aug 28, 2026
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2026 local elections
Nominations for Regional District elected positions open next week
PRINCE GEORGE - Anyone thinking about running for local office in the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George has a narrow window to submit their paperwork. Nominations open at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, September 1, and close at 4 p.m. on Friday, September 11. Documents received outside that window cannot be accepted.The gene...
Aug 28, 2026
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SD57
Trustee Sarah Holland seeking another term on School District 57 Board
PRINCE GEORGE - School District 57 Trustee Sarah Holland has announced she will seek re-election in the Oct. 17 local government election, saying she wants to build on the experience and knowledge gained during her first term on the Board of Education.Holland was elected in a 2023 by-election and is currently serving h...
Aug 25, 2026
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Cariboo Region
Charge laid
Charge laid in 2018 Quesnel Homicide
QUESNEL - A Quesnel man has been charged with second-degree murder in connection with the death of a local resident nearly eight years ago.The BC Prosecution Service has approved a charge against 54-year-old Shane Edison Fralic in the 2018 homicide of 31-year-old Rodney Clement.Police say Clement was dropped off at G.R...
Aug 24, 2026
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100 Mile ER
Emergency department in 100 Mile to close for most of Monday
100 MILE HOUSE, B.C. - For the 38th time in 2026, the emergency department at 100 Mile District General Hospital will be temporarily closed. Interior Health says emergency services in 100 Mile House will be unavailable Monday (Aug. 24) from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Residents in the 100 Mile area in need of emergency car...
Aug 24, 2026
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Tour de North riders prepare for Northern B.C. journey with training ride this weekend
QUESNEL - With the 2026 Cops for Cancer Tour de North just weeks away, riders are preparing to hit the road for an escorted training ride between Quesnel and Williams Lake this weekend.The training event, scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 22, will give residents an opportunity to see the team in action as cyclists build str...
Aug 20, 2026
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iio
Watchdog clears B.C. Mounties after man suffers self-inflicted gunshot wound
QUESNEL - The Independent Investigations Office of British Columbia (IIO) has concluded its investigation into an incident in Quesnel that resulted in a man being hospitalized with a gunshot wound.The incident occurred on April 15, 2026, after police received reports of gunshots at a residence in the 500 block of Nason...
Aug 18, 2026
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Sports
Prince George Kodiaks lose to league-lea
Prince George Kodiaks lose to league-leading Langley Rams
PRINCE GEORGE -The Prince George Kodiaks are on their way home from a loss to the league-leading Langley Rams Saturday night (Aug 29). The Rams took down the Kodiaks 62-10 in Langley's McLeod Stadium, maintaining their flawless record. The Rams remain atop the BCFC standing with 12 points and a 6-0 record. Meantime, th...
Aug 30, 2026
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Prince George Cougars
New era, same expectations ahead
PRINCE GEORGE - The Prince George Cougars are back on the ice, and while the faces may look a little different this season, the expectations inside the dressing room have not changed.The club officially opened training camp this week at CN Centre, welcoming 88 players as preparations begin for the 2026-27 Western Hocke...
Aug 28, 2026
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Timberwolves
UNBC Timberwolves add Kamloops goalkeeper Owen McMillan for 2026 Season
PRINCE GEORGE - The UNBC Timberwolves men's soccer program has added another young talent to its roster, announcing the commitment of goalkeeper Owen McMillan ahead of the 2026 season.The Kamloops native joins the Timberwolves after spending last season with Kamloops United FC. A graduate of South Kamloops Secondary Sc...
Aug 26, 2026
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Canada
Ottawa sends officials to Nepal as search for missing Canadians continues: Anand
OTTAWA - The federal government has 10 officials on the ground in Nepal to support Canadians affected by flooding, Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand said Monday. In a statement posted on social media, Anand said the officials, which include a membe...
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Carney meets business leaders to discuss U.S. trade, says PM's office
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney has met with a number of business leaders across different sectors to discuss Canada's trade relationship with the U.S. A statement from the Prime Minister's Office says the meeting covered recent developments on...
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Meta's new rules for kids should extend to Canada, B.C. attorney general says
VICTORIA - British Columbia's attorney general is calling on social media giant Meta to implement the same protections for Canadian children who use its platforms that American children will receive. The company that operates Facebook and Instagram is ...
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Steven Guilbeault formally resigns his seat in Laurier-Sainte-Marie
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to schedule another six byelections for the coming months. Liberal MP Steven Guilbeault officially resigned his Montreal seat on Friday, according to the House of Commons website. The MP for Laurier-Sainte-Mar...
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Fact File: Canada is not blocking ships that refuse to honour Lake Ontario name
Online posts claiming Canada blocked vessels from entering Lake Ontario through a canal on the St. Lawrence Seaway appeared online this week. The posts claimed a Fox News report said Canada would allow the vessels to pass through if they agreed to refe...
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Coalition Avenir Québec's health care reversal criticized by rivals on campaign Day 5
MONTREAL - The leader of the Coalition Avenir Québec faced accusations of inconsistency on Monday after announcing her party would make it easier for doctors to work in both the public and private sectors if it forms a new government after the Oct. 5 p...
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World
Woman randomly stabs 2 people in New York City's Times Square, killing 1, then is killed by police
A woman randomly stabbed two people in New York City's Times Square on Monday, killing one woman, and then was fatally shot by police, according to officials. The shooting happened just before 4:30 p.m. next to a New York Police Departmen...
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Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is stepping down after 18 months on the job, White House says
WASHINGTON (AP) - Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is stepping down after 18 months on the job, the White House said Monday, in the latest departure of a top military leader during the Trump administration. No reason was given for the departur...
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Some 80 people rescued from Grand Canyon floods that left 2 dead and 1 still missing, officials say
GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK, Ariz. (AP) - The bodies of a Texas chiropractor and at least one other person have been found after a major flash flood swept through the Grand Canyon, and officials said Monday that one person remains unaccounted for after ...
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