Category Archives: Prince George

Exploration Place welcomes new Executive Director
PRINCE GEORGE - Exploration Place has a new Executive Director. After 20 years leading the centre, Tracy Calogheros retired, and Alyssa Leier is now stepping into the role."I love it here. I've worked...
Jun 29, 2024

WestJet Mechanic strike impacts Prince George Airport
PRINCE GEORGE - A walkout by WestJet mechanics is impacting operations at YXS, the Prince George Airport. A trio of arrivals have been cancelled with two flights from Vancouver and one from Calgary of...
Jun 29, 2024

Washington selects Cougars forward Terik Parascak 17th overall
LAS VEGAS - The Prince George Cougars heard their name get announced on Friday night (June 28) during round one of the 2024 NHL Entry Draft. With the 17th overall selection the Washington Capitals pic...
Jun 29, 2024

"It's not even a thought:" high rent prices makes home ownership a distant dream for many
PRINCE GEORGE - High rent prices continue to cause headaches for many Prince George community members, as rent prices combined with inflation and a high cost of living are leaving some young families ...
Jun 28, 2024

New wastewater treatment facility coming to Lheidli T'enneh township
PRINCE GEORGE - This morning, Lheidli T'enneh First Nation has officially broken ground on a new wastewater treatment facility on the northside of their Reserve Lands, location along Landooz Rd. "Our ...
Jun 28, 2024

Jordan Hall's stellar play between the pipes earns spot on Timberwolves Wall of Honour
PRINCE GEORGE - One of the key players who helped make UNBC's Womans soccer program what it is today. Jordan Hall was a star between the pipes for the UNBC Timberwolves and now she has a spot on the T...
Jun 28, 2024

First Nations and Industry demand change in policy
PRINCE GEORGE - The Chiefs of the Lheidli T'enneh and Simpcw First Nations today called on the BC Government to approve cutting permits to help the beleaguered forest industry. The industry continues ...
Jun 28, 2024

Fireworks ban remains in place as we head into the long weekend
PRINCE GEORGE -The City of Prince George is reminding residents there is currently a ban on the use of all fireworks due to the fire risk. The ban means there will be no fireworks at the Canada Day ce...
Jun 28, 2024

City to provide a portion of their revenue from sponsorship of NSC main court, to contribute to new gym floor
PRINCE GEORGE - The gym floor at Northern Sport Centre (NSC) is in need of replacement and the City of Prince George has agreed to provide a portion of their revenue from a sponsorship of the main cou...
Jun 28, 2024

City reports sanitary sewer leak in the Nechako River
PRINCE GEORGE - The City of Prince George is urging residents to avoid a section of the Nechako River underneath the John Hart Bridge due to a sanitary sewer leak."Boaters and recreational users of th...
Jun 28, 2024