Prince George is the home of many great stories over its history including the story of esteemed photographer Wally West. We share more about the man behind the lens of some iconic moments and how his legacy lives on through W.D. West today by one of the men he hired!

Have you ever wondered about where first names came from? Who invented them? We look back on the legend with the College of New Caledonia.

Did you know Adam Berls grew up in Salmon Arm, BC? That's just one of many facts you can learn about the new face of CKPG News Adam Berls in this get to know you feature!

The Prince George Council of Seniors stepped up for seniors in Prince George struggling to cook their own healthy meals by starting Meals on Wheels, now the program is thriving helping over 60 people on average per day! Learn more about the program and how you can help through volunteering! Or if you're in need of meal...

Broadcasting was much harder back in the 1950's than it was today! For AM radio there was not only a large amount of infrastructure required, but the equipment radio hosts like Bob Harkins had to carry around were a lot bulkier than what you'd see today if you saw 101.3 The River or 99.3 Rewind Radio on location!

Tax season is upon us which comes with plenty of unique questions. We break it all down with David Gulko from Integris Credit Union on the show on this edition of Money Matters.

The list of baseball players from Prince George who have made the jump to the big leagues is incredibly short, only one person has accomplished that and his name is Jared Young. We catch up with Jared after recently inking a one-year deal with the New York Mets.

Help out our furry friends in Prince George through the 'Tails of Triumph' fundraiser in support of the PG Humane Society on Wednesday January 15th! Learn more about how you can help on the show and through their website..

January is Crime Stoppers Month, a time to raise awareness about the services offered to residents here in Prince George and Northern BC including the simple fact that if your tip leads to an arrest you may even be eligible for a cash reward. We take the Crime Stoppers quiz on the show and go a bit deeper to learn some...

The coldest winter days can be some of the best days to look to the sky. We learn more about some of the constellations you can spot with the PG Astronomical Society. Learn more about their open houses for the public here.

It's truly hard to sum up 2024 for our CKPG Today Show, a calendar year filled with so many memorable moments in our region both on-air and off-air. This show is built to celebrate and champion local people and organizations with one key three-letter word involved in every interview or feature you see: fun. We reached ...

Claire and Kendall from the City of Prince George's communications team stop by to review 2024 by the numbers, ad quiz Caden on some interesting facts about the city! Plus they remind us all how you can stay connected and informed about what's happening in the city.

Two Rivers Gallery is home to more art than meets the eye. Tucked away behind the public-facing galleries is an archive filled with pieces of art from numerous artists from around the province and beyond. Assistant Curator Brianna takes us into the only a-rated archive in Northern BC.

On this edition of Fridays with the YMCA we catch up with the hard-working folks at Simon Fraser Lodge who put on the December edition of Birthday Tea, a celebration for anyone who has a birthday in December but also anyone who wants some ice cream.

Christmas arrived early for children spending time in the Pediatric Unit inside the University Hospital of Northern BC as Santa made a special appearance thanks to help from Spirit of the North Healthcare Foundation. Tag along for some of the priceless interactions highlighting the true meaning of Christmas.

Christmas and the holiday season can be a time to celebrate but it can also be a tough time of the year for many in our community. That's where the PG Council of Seniors comes in, the group is helping support over 70 seniors in our community with christmas hampers thanks to some help from the Salvation Army as well.

Outdoor rinks in Prince George are close to opening unless mother nature throws them some unexpected curveballs! Learn more about what it takes to open and operate one of the city's 25 community ice rinks on the show!

The Christmas season can be a fun time to be dating, whether it's the unique and seasonal date activities or meeting the family for the first time. There are some things you should keep in mind when it comes to relationships and the holidays though as discussed on the show by Christina Bianchini and Rephiphany Counsell...

There's a big weekend ahead for the Northern Capitals with Pink in the Rink and valuable points in the standings at stake. We caught up with a couple of players to talk about the season so far and more!

The tradition continues at Kopar Memorial Arena as the Prince George Spruce Kings take on the Langley Rivermen for the annual Drop the gloves and sock it to 'em game on Saturday December 14th. Fans are encouraged to bring warm winter clothing including toques, scarves, gloves, or socks in bags and toss them on the ice ...

Gingerbread Toys in College Heights is packed floor to ceiling with all sorts of toys, from stuffed animals, to cars and trucks, and princess outfits. There is something for every kid (and adult!) We stopped by to check out some of this year's hot toys and gets some ideas for stocking stuffers!

Justin Sunga and Evgeny Baukin from the UNBC Men's Basketball Team stop by to talk about the season so far and where they hope to see the team after the Christmas break.

The annual Christmas Wish Breakfast returns to the Prestige Treasure Cove Hotel on Tuesday, December 10 from 6:30-9:30 am. Bring an unwrapped toy donation and enjoy a hot breakfast in return. Organizer Val stopped by with all the details, including some donation ideas!

The Exploration Place has opened a brand new exhibit featuring Prince George icon, Inga Andersen. The local dancer and singer rose to fame in the 1930s and 40s, traveling across North America and into the battlefields of Europe, earning her the 'Blackout Girl' name. Assistant Curator Chad walks us through the exhibit a...

It's official! Our Miracle on Third event is on downtown Prince George! Stop by our Pattison Media PG operations at 1810 3rd avenue and help us support the Association Advocating for Women and Community (AWAC) whether it's through monetary donations, clothing, and goods! Learn more with Executive Director Connie Abe! Y...

The Salvation Army Kettle Campaign is back on in Prince George raising money for their operations providing assistance to a growing number of folks in our community. Stop by the kettle with us at Wal-Mart and learn how you can support food security in our community.

The Exploration Place Pop-Up in Pine Centre Mall this year has been a hit especially for folks looking for STEAM related gifts! STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Art, and Math. Take a walk inside the shop and find out what's flying off the shelves this holiday season!

While the UNBC Women's Basketball Team is on winter break, we thought it would be the perfect time to sit down with the only two local players, Sophia Fuller and Brynn Dergousoff to check in on the season and their time on the team so far.