Category Archives: Prince George

Professor hopes hockey verdict doesn't discourage victims of sexual assault from coming forward
PRINCE GEORGE - A professor of Women's and Gender Studies at the University of Northern BC has weighed in after five hockey players were acquited of sexual assault following an encounter with a woman ...
Jul 25, 2025

Prince George to host its fourth cannabis festival, "Cannabration"
PRINCE GEORGE - Another cannabis festival is coming to Prince George this weekend. On July 25 from 3:00-9:00 p.m., and July 26 from 12:00-9:00 p.m., "Cannabration" will be hitting the streets, and it'...
Jul 25, 2025

Annual Night Market returns
PRINCE GEORGE - Thousands made their way to the CN Centre parking lot Wednesday night as vendors,food trucks and artisans were gathered for the 8th annual Night Market at the CN Centre. The event cele...
Jul 24, 2025

New mural looks to revitalize downtown, improve community safety
PRINCE GEORGE - A new mural in the Omineca Arts' Centre's alleyway has been drawing a lot of attention, as it's a big splash of colour and energy in what used to be a regular alleyway. A full view of ...
Jul 24, 2025

Lake Babine Nation takes a lead in B.C.'s forestry future
PRINCE GEORGE - The Lake Babine Nation is increasing its forest tenure by over 2,000% due to a new partnership with the Province and a tenure transfer from West Fraser. For many, this move signifies a...
Jul 24, 2025

Crime in Prince George down according to Stats Canada, but not everyone is buying it
PRINCE GEORGE - According to a report from Statistics Canada, crime in Prince George saw a notable drop in 2024 compared to 2023. The key numbers indicated a:Close to 14% decrease in the crime severit...
Jul 23, 2025

Forests minister visits Prince George, presses Ottawa on softwood lumber deal
PRINCE GEORGE - Ravi Parmar, BC's Minister of Forests, visited Prince George this afternoon for discussions with staff and sawmill owners, as a Canadian federal negotiation team continues its efforts ...
Jul 23, 2025

Tourist sites reporting strong numbers, despite rainy summer
PRINCE GEORGE - Despite the cooler, rainy summer - or perhaps because of it - outdoor tourist sites have report great visitor turnout. The Huble Homestead Historic Site has seen 600 more visitors this...
Jul 23, 2025

The Exploration Place encouraging visitors
PRINCE GEORGE - The Exploration Place is inviting the community to explore the many changes made to the venue over the past year. Over the past year the non profit Exploration Place have been making b...
Jul 23, 2025

Nordic athletes no longer have to choose between books or biathlon
PRINCE GEORGE - After nearly a decade in the making, the collaboration between UNBC and the Nordic Ski Club is coming to life. This upcoming ski season, a group of dedicated athletes from UNBC is set ...
Jul 23, 2025