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The Northern View: BC Conservatives Surge
It's been a crazy few weeks for Canadian and BC politics, with shocking stories seemingly coming from everywhere, including the news that the once again upstart BC Conservative Party, now led by Necha...
Sep 28, 2023

Canadian bass fisher Jamie Bruce in contention for Elite Series berth
Regardless of what happens next month, 2024 promises to be a monumental year for Jamie Bruce. The Kenora, Ont., native heads into the final '23 Bassmaster Open event holding the ninth and final Elite ...
Sep 28, 2023

Coyote attacks on the rise
PRINCE GEORGE-Prince George RCMP have issued a warning to the public after a rise in recent reported coyote attacks across the city. Over the past week, we have received six different reports of coyot...
Sep 28, 2023

Bo Bichette hits fourth for first time this season as Blue Jays hope to create runs
TORONTO - All-star shortstop Bo Bichette will bat fourth for the Toronto Blue Jays tonight against the New York Yankees. Bichette's .301 batting average leads the Blue Jays this year. He has hit secon...
Sep 28, 2023

Roundabout construction complete at Foothills & 18th Ave
PRINCE GEORGE -The single lane roundabout at the intersection of Foothills Boulevard and 18th Avenue is now complete and open to motorists. The project, which was delivered on time and under budget, w...
Sep 28, 2023

'We’ve got to take care business:' Game against depleted Argos still big for Bombers
WINNIPEG - Adam Bighill is hoping Winnipeg Blue Bombers fans get at least one thing they want on Friday - a victory. Winnipeg's home game against the CFL-leading Toronto Argonauts (12-1) is the club's...
Sep 28, 2023

Artizia sees $6M net loss in Q2, CEO says results 'do not meet our high standards'
VANCOUVER - Aritzia Inc. says it incurred an almost $6 million net loss in its latest quarter as its chief executive admitted the financial results do not meet its "high standards." The Vancouver appa...
Sep 28, 2023

Masks to be worn in B.C. health facilities as flu and COVID cases increase
VANCOUVER - An upward trend in flu and COVID-19 cases in British Columbia has prompted a renewed requirement to wear masks in all health-care facilities. Provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry say...
Sep 28, 2023

Memories come rushing back for Frankie Lasagna, one year after going viral
TORONTO - Memories came rushing back for Blue Jays fan Frankie Lasagna when he looked out at the stands beyond the left-field wall at Rogers Centre. The restaurant owner was back at the ballpark a yea...
Sep 28, 2023

Mask mandates return in health care settings October 3
PRINCE GEORGE-Due to increased respiratory illnesses the Province has announced that mandatory medical mask-wearing will be returning to all health care facilities and long-term care homes. The new ma...
Sep 28, 2023