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VANCOUVER — West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. says its profits surged in the second quarter as revenues more than quadrupled following the acquisition of Norbord. The Vancouver-based forestry company says it earned US$1.49 billion or $12.

City council appointed long-time city senior administrator Walter Babicz the new city manager, but was he the best, or only, candidate for the job, columnist Tracy Klassen wonders

The Rage Room is a fundraiser for the Prince George Hospice Society from Aug. 6 to 13 at the Westwood Pub for those looking to blow off a little steam. People can come alone or bring a team of friends.

Have you seen this man? 

Crew from local social agency to paint over problem images

On the eve of an approaching heat wave, E-Comm 911 warns that gang-related shootings, the ongoing opioid crisis, an early wildfire season and a record-breaking heat wave at the end of June have all led to increasing emergency call volumes.

Involved motorcycle and two vehicles

Funding will support creative and low barrier responses to the opioid crisis

If we remember that other people are worthy of our respect, we can usually find a way forward together, columnist Gerry Chidiac says

Sudden death toll during historic heat wave climbs to 815; Environment Canada warns that another, though less powerful, heat wave will hit southern B.C. this week.