Author Archives: Greg Fry

To Your Health: Swimmers' itch
PRINCE GEORGE - Swimmer's itch is an itchy skin rash that occurs as a result of an allergic reaction to tiny parasites found in freshwater lakes and ponds. In this week's health segment, we'll explore...
Aug 12, 2025

B.C. to appeal landmark Aboriginal title ruling over land in Metro Vancouver
British Columbia's attorney general says the government will appeal a landmark Aboriginal title ruling that grants a claim by the Cowichan Nation over land on the Fraser River in Metro Vancouver. Niki...
Aug 11, 2025

Cougars sign Russian import
PRINCE GEORGE - The Prince George Cougars have signed forward Dmitri Yakutsenak. The 2007-born player was selected 49th overall in this year's WHL import draft. He spent last season with the Loko Yaro...
Aug 11, 2025

In the news today: Air Canada flight attendants picketing at airports
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed... Air Canada flight attendants picketing at airports Air Canada flight attendants are expected to picket at airp...
Aug 11, 2025

Sam Ross Creek wildfire under control; evacuation alert rescinded
FRASER LAKE -Update: The Regional District has lifted the evacuation alert for the Sam Ross Creek fire and have lifted the evacuation order for the Dorman Lake wildfire and replaced it with an alert. ...
Aug 07, 2025

Poilievre says of B.C. Premier Eby that 'one man can't block' pipeline proposal
CALGARY - Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre says Canadians, including British Columbians, want a new oil pipeline and Premier David Eby can't be allowed as one man to block the project. Poilievre s...
Aug 07, 2025

CP NewsAlert: B.C.'s 2024 deficit comes in under forecast at $7.3B
VICTORIA - British Columbia's final deficit for the fiscal year has come in at $7.3 billion, $564 million lower than the original projected number in Budget 2024. The final deficit is also about $1.8 ...
Aug 07, 2025

In the news today: Carney, Metis and major projects talks; Trump's tariffs in effect
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed... Carney to meet with Mtis groups on major projects Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to meet today with three p...
Aug 07, 2025

BC Wildfire Service warns AI photos spread misinformation and uncertainty
VANCOUVER - The BC Wildfire Service is warning about AI-generated images spreading misinformation and uncertainty during fire season, citing fake images being shared on social media that seemingly dep...
Aug 05, 2025

CP NewsAlert: Carney announces support measures for softwood lumber industry
KELOWNA - Prime Minister Mark Carney says the federal government will grant a series of financial aid measures to Canada's forestry sector. The move comes as the U.S. ratchets up duties on Canadian so...
Aug 05, 2025