Good morning, here are the five things we think you need to know this a.m.Accident leaves pedestrian with serious injuriesPrince George RCMP are investigating after a pedestrian-involved collision that occurred on Monday, Dec.2nd on Highway 97. A 49-year-old male suffered serious injuries and was taken to hospital for ...

Here are the five things we think you need to know:Homicide in HoustonA man is dead in Houston BC after a shooting that occurred over the weekend. Police have confirmed that the incident is a Homicide and are continuing to investigate.Bargaining to resume at UNBCTalks continued at UNBC on Tuesday. Job action was prompt...

Here are the five things we think you need to know:Reflectors for pedestrians in light of less daylight and weather changesIn light of less light throughout the day and harsher weather conditions RCMP, ICBC and volunteers will be handing out reflectors and safety tips to pedestrians on Monday at the Pine Centre Mall bu...

Here are the five things we think you need to know:Record breaking numbers reported in advanced pollsAdvanced polls closed on Monday night, and this year a record-breaking number of Canadians voted early. Elections Canada says that 4.7 million people voted early, a 29 percent increase from 2015.Don't fall for the phone...

Here are the five things you need to know:Man dies of injuries in Chilako Drive house fireA 40-year-old man is dead and three are injured after an explosion and house fire on Chilako Drive Saturday night. Investigators have do not know the cause behind the fire.UPDATE: Persons of interest presented themselves to police...

Here are the five things we think you need to know this morning:Candidates discuss climate change, post-secondary education at UNBC forumClimate change and post-secondary education were issues that were front and centre at Wednesday night's all-candidates forum at UNBC. Candidates from both ridings took turns discussin...

Happy first day of October! May the scary movie watching begin today. Here are the five things we think you should know:Lost memorabilia returned thanks to social mediaA local woman reunited lost memorabilia to its rightful owner, after finding it in her antique vanity. The photos and letter dated as far back as 1947.R...

Here are the five things we think you should know:Woman charged for threats towards local school23-year-old Emily Holland has been charged with four counts of uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm after sending threats to Polaris Montessori and a nearby childcare centre.Record number of resolutions at UBCMThe ...

Happy Friday!-Congratulations on surviving another work week. Here are the five things you need to know.Two dead in hit and run: Fort St.JohnA 31-year-old woman and 26-year-old man were pronounced dead in what Fort St. John RCMP believe was a hit-and-run accident. The suspect fled the scene, turning himself into police...

Here are the five things you need to know:Quesnel man lucky to be alive after falling 70 feet on hike near Dragon LakeA 23-year-old man was airlifted to hospital after suffering a major fall while hiking near Quesnel. He is warning the public to be wary when hiking, after he took a phone call and wasn't paying attentio...

Here are the five things we think you need to know:Gathering of support and reflection at UVic following fatal bus crashStudents at the University of Victoria gathered for an hour of reflection and support Tuesday after last Friday's bus crash that killed two students and injured a dozen more.Three dead dogs found in d...

Here are the five things you need to know:Victoria to announce help for laid off forestry workers TuesdayForests Minister Doug Donaldson and other dignitaries will be in attendance at today's announcement. They will announce exactly how they hope to help workers affected by the downturn in the forestry sector.Fewer cam...

Here are the things we think you need to know:Two in custody and three at large: Electronic store sees two robberies in a weekRCMP are asking for the public's help in locating three suspects believed to be involved in two separate robberies, both occurring at the same electronics store in a week. In both, staff members...

Here are the five things we think you need to know today:UNBC scores higher in world university rankingsUNBC finished in the group ranked 801st and 1,000th out of almost 1,400 universities from 92 countries in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings report.Burning as part of fuel mitigation: wildfire preve...

Here are the five things we think you need to know:RCMP continue to investigate 30-year-old cold caseThe Jack family has been missing for more than 30 years, the two adults and two children were last heard on August 2nd 1989. The family was last seen leaving their home with an unknown man in a dark coloured 4x4 pick-up...

Here are the five things we think you should know:Safety upgrades on transit, for driversBC Transit announced a $6.5 million project aimed at increasing driver security. Full Driver Doors will be added to busses across the province starting as early as this fall.New cedar plank project launched at UNBC32 panels of ceda...

Here are the five things you need to know:Krause to receive Sovereign's MedalCouncillor Murry Krause received a Sovereign's Medal in Victoria yesterday (Sept.5th.) The medal is given to those Canadians that show exceptional volunteer achievements in a wide range of fields.Black bear chases man into a local lakeA black ...

Here are the five things you need to know today:More curtailments to pulp millCanfor's PG Pulp and Paper Mill will be down for two weeks following its previously scheduled turnaround maintenance. The maintenance is scheduled from Sept. 14 through the 22nd. A Canfor spokesperson says the mill will stay down until Octobe...

Here are the five things you need to know today:Another issue plagues MackenzieMore trouble for Mackenzie, as BC Hydro has applied to drop the water levels below the permitted level of 21-50. The drop would mean the city would be discharging its effluent (liquid waste or sewage) into a creek, not a lake, causing issues...

Here are the 5 things you need to know:"Our logs, our jobs"Mackenzie residents took to the streets Thursday to have their voices heard on the current state of the forestry sector. Forests Minister Doug Donaldson and several other dignitaries spoke at the rally. Donaldson hopes to get the Conifex mill up and r...

Here are the five things you need to know today:UNBC's Active Minds camp wraps upThe UNBC Active Minds Camp wraps up tomorrow. This year a Junior Med Camp, Civil Engineering and a Galaxy Camp were added to the summer-long program, which received 600 registrations.Farmer's Almanac: Get ready for winter's wallop!The Farm...

Good morning, here are the five things we think you need to know today:Another million dollar winner at Treasure Cove CasinoOnly a month after a Prince George woman walked away with a $2.1 million jackpot and already another winner. The BC Lottery Corporation confirmed that someone won at least $1 million Monday night ...

Here are the five things you need to know:RCMP investigate possible drug trade stabbingRCMP responded to a stabbing around 3rd Ave. and George St. on Sunday (Aug. 18) at around 11 PM. The suspect is believed to have fled on a bike, and has not been arrested by police. RCMP believe the attack was targeted and related to...

Here are the five things we think you need to know today:Man arrested in connection to break and enters and stolen vehicleA man was arrested on Thursday (Aug.15) in connection to three break and enters and the theft of a vehicle. The break ins occurred in the BCR Site and another was on the 1400 block of 10th ave. The ...

Here are the five things you need to know:RCMP incident involving firearm detours trafficRCMP responded to a report of a man with a firearm at a residence on Highway 97 near Christopher Drive. A part of Highway 97 was closed to traffic for a few hours.Trees given new life as artworkFrom trees to artwork-some of the old...

Here are the five things you need to know today:1,000 kids benefit from this year's 5th Annual Back to School CelebrationStudents benefitted from the 5th Annual Back to School Celebration at the Native Friendship Centre. They were given backpacks and school supplies for the upcoming school year.Transition team at work ...

Here are the five things you need to know:Conifex extends curtailment in MackenzieThe Conifex curtailment in Mackenzie has been extended for three weeks until September 3. The blame for the curtailment is being pinned on the high log costs and lumber market conditions.Human-wildlife conflict calls downThe Prince George...

Here are the five things you need to know today:B.C. fugitives believed found dead - RCMPRCMP believe that the bodies of the two teens charged with the murder of two tourists and a UBC professor have been found. RCMP believe this after finding several items belonging to the suspects on shore near a northern Manitoba ri...