Category Archives: Prince George

The science of curling stones
PRINCE GEORGE - There is a science behind every curling rock that has graced a sheet of ice. "They're referred to as a curling stone and they're actually made out of granite," explains Don McDermid, G...
Feb 06, 2020

City looks to conserve water
PRINCE GEORGE - The City wants Prince George residents to cut back on their water consumption. The average Prince George household uses 553 litres of water per person, per day. The Canadian average is...
Feb 06, 2020

Providing certainty for business with Bill 41
PRINCE GEORGE - The impact that Bill 41 would have on business was a hot topic of discussion in the early-goings of the BCAFN Business Forum, held at the House of Ancestors in Prince George on Thursda...
Feb 06, 2020

Mining is good for Prince George
PRINCE GEORGE - The Natural Resources Forum highlighted one industry, in particular as having a positive forecast. There are currently 17 mines and two smelters in operation in BC right now. "Mining i...
Feb 05, 2020

Isitwendam makes its return to Theatre NorthWest
PRINCE GEORGE - Theatre NorthWest will have their performance of Isitwendam: An Understanding open tomorrow in Prince George, fresh off of its world premiere in Toronto. The production was named winne...
Feb 05, 2020

23rd year celebrating Black History Month at CNC
PRINCE GEORGE-Celebrating Black History month, that is what the College of New Caledonia along with the Prince George African Heritage Society will be doing throughout the month of February.This is th...
Feb 05, 2020

TYH: What are you paying for when you purchase "Organic"
I've been an organic buyer for quite some time now, I personally believe that having that organic label will ensure that my food is more "pure" and less processed than non-organic foods.So I wanted to...
Feb 05, 2020

Volunteers needed for homeless count
PRINCE GEORGE - Volunteers are needed to help conduct a survey of homeless and vulnerable residents in Prince George. The Community Partners Addressing Homelessness is leading this national activity f...
Feb 05, 2020

Skate for Literacy with the Spruce Kings fundraiser is back
PRINCE GEORGE-After several years, the Prince George Public Library and Literacy Prince George are bringing back the Skate for Literacy with the Spruce Kings fundraiser.The by-donation Fundraiser will...
Feb 05, 2020

The Exploration Place receives national attention
PRINCE GEORGE-The Exploration Place is receiving national attention for its dinosaur exhibit, all thanks to an Amazon Prime series that showcases it.Dino Trails is the name of the series that showcase...
Feb 05, 2020 Dr. Rich McCrea on site at the Exploration Place during the filming of “Dino Trails” Photo Courtesy of Brandy Yanchyk