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Terry Fox statue to be bronzed

PRINCE GEORGE - The platform that a statue of Terry Fox once graced is now void. That's because the statue is being moved to accommodate demolition of the former Four Seasons Leisure Pool. The statue ...

Apr 14, 2022

Sobering Centre destined for downtown hotel

PRINCE GEORGE - The National Hotel is one of BC housing's newest shelters. And it is soon to be the city's first sobering centre. "I got on the phone with Lyn Hall and asked him if's heard anything ab...

Apr 14, 2022

Local artisan raises over $1600 to support Ukraine

PRINCE GEORGE - After making custom pins for pet owners and custom engravings for gifts, Carol Hansson recently decided to shift her focus to making pins for a good cause.Hansson, owner of 'As You Wis...

Apr 14, 2022

Motivational hip hop artist marks return of performances for students in SD57

PRINCE GEORGE - For the past two years, there hasn't been much in terms of cultural performances for students in School District 57 with restrictions on gatherings and travel due to the pandemic.This ...

Apr 13, 2022

Province partners with Aboriginal Friendship Centres for new community fund

PRINCE GEORGE - After lengthy consultation and planning the BC government revealed a new Path Forward Community Fund geared towards addressing gender-based violence.The B.C. Association of Aboriginal ...

Apr 11, 2022

GoFundMe campaign for pedestrian hit on 5th Avenue raises $130,000

PRINCE GEORGE - A GoFundMe campaign for a woman who was struck last week by a vehicle has raised over $130,000. Amritpal Kaur is a 24-year-old student from India who was struck by a car while crossing...

Greg Fry Apr 11, 2022

Seasonal bus route changes coming to Prince George

PRINCE GEORGE-BC Transit and the City of Prince George are announcing seasonal adjustments to bus routes that cater to UNBC students.Effective April 24, routes 15 UNBC/Downtown and the 55 Victoria wil...

Apr 11, 2022

Prince George Community Foundation launches Ukraine Humanitarian Support Fund

PRINCE GEORGE - The Prince George Community Foundation in partnership with Share Hope announced today its launching of the Ukraine Humanitarian Support Fund. The Foundation will be hosting a fundraisi...

Greg Fry Apr 07, 2022

1 dead in helicopter crash near Sayward

CAMPBELL RIVER - A pilot was killed in a helicopter crash near Sayward, north of Campbell River.A news release from Island District RCMP stated Sayward RCMP were informed on Wednesday, April 6 at arou...

Apr 06, 2022

City's special announcement rescheduled for tomorrow

The city's special announcement that was delayed one week ago has been rescheduled.Thursday, April 7, at 11 a.m. in the Exhibition Park Atrium the city is inviting the public to stop by for the good n...

Apr 06, 2022