Category Archives: Prince George

Women's health neglected in healthcare, MLA Shirley Bond demands solutions
PRINCE GEORGE - Prince George - Valemount MLA Shirley Bond demanded answers from the provincial government during yesterday's session in legislature, saying women's health in our healthcare system is ...
Mar 05, 2024

New Foundry centre opens in Vanderhoof to support youth
Northern B.C.-Young people, aged 12-24, in Vanderhoof and the surrounding areas will gain easier access to mental health, and addiction services with the announcement of a new Foundry centre.Carrier S...
Mar 05, 2024

Mark Arendz chosen to carry Canadian flag in Para Biathlon World Championships opening ceremony
PRINCE GEORGE - The opening ceremony of the Para Biathlon World Championships will take place on Tuesday night, bringing together 11 countries and the community to celebrate. During the opening ceremo...
Mar 05, 2024

Elections BC preparing for an election
PRINCE GEORGE - Elections BC is getting itself ready for a provincial election, which is set for October 19th of this year. It is sending out pamphlets to households around the province, outlining the...
Mar 05, 2024

Job Fair at UNBC "a hubbub"
PRINCE GEORGE - "We do desperately need people. Yes. We are looking for people who are self-motivated, who are interested in making a difference in their community and upholding justice and which is a...
Mar 05, 2024

Prince George construction company fined after worker injured
PRINCE GEORGE - Ruskin Construction Ltd. of Prince George has been levied a fine of $60,849.07 by WorksafeBC. It was imposed on December 20, 2023 after a worker was injured at this firm's bridge const...
Mar 05, 2024

Cougars unveil final Mega 50/50 of the season
PRINCE GEORGE- The Prince George Cougars have announced their final Mega 50/50 jackpot of the season set at $50,000. The jackpot is set for March 23 when the Cats host the Kamloops Blazers for Retro N...
Mar 04, 2024

Local Special Olympics athletes medal at the Canada Winter Games
PRINCE GEORGE- The Special Olympics Canada Winter Games took place last week with five athletes from the area representing B.C. in curling, five pin bowling, and snowshoeing.David Dunns and Marinka Va...
Mar 04, 2024

Finance and Audit recommends 6.78 percent for residential tax hike
PRINCE GEORGE - The Finance and Audit Committee has one of its more important meetings for the Finance and Audit Committee, determining the break down of who will pay what in terms of property taxes. ...
Mar 04, 2024

Diversity on the Menu: Culinary challenges for 11 countries at World Para Nordics
PRINCE GEORGE - Food is fuel, and the catering service for the Para Nordics is ready to fuel the volunteers and athletes. The smells were wafting across the ski hills...the food was ready to be served...
Mar 04, 2024