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B.C. restricts cellphones at schools, targets social media firms with new legislation

B.C. restricts cellphones at schools, targets social media firms with new legislation

SURREY, B.C. — British Columbia is restricting the use of cellphones in schools and targeting social media companies in an attempt to reduce the harm they cause to children, which Premier David Eby likened to the damage from tobacco and opioids.
Quesnel man arrested on outstanding warrants

Quesnel man arrested on outstanding warrants

 "The man was arrested without incident and the RCMP thank the media and general public," wrote RCMP in a brief press release. 
Prince George home care aide wins provincial award

Prince George home care aide wins provincial award

Jamie Aspinall has been named BC Care provider of the year for home health
Drug decriminalization contributing to violent crime, MP says

Drug decriminalization contributing to violent crime, MP says

Prince George Peace River Northern Rockies MP Bob Zimmer says B.C.'s federal exemption and pilot to decriminalization small amounts of drugs isn't working.
Province seeking wildland firefighters who know their turf

Province seeking wildland firefighters who know their turf

BC Wildfire Service hiring window for new recruits closes March 31
Opinion: Prince George city council sends grim message to non-profits

Opinion: Prince George city council sends grim message to non-profits

City council unanimously sent a clear message that just because the city has provided space to you in the past, it doesn’t mean it will in the future. 
Citizen poll results: Does University Hospital of Northern B.C. need a helipad?

Citizen poll results: Does University Hospital of Northern B.C. need a helipad?

The poll ran from January 8 to 25. Of the 1,299 votes, we can determine that 734 are from within the community.
Prince George Airport sees increase in passenger numbers for 2023

Prince George Airport sees increase in passenger numbers for 2023

Passenger numbers went up 15 per cent in 2023 at YXS
Tourism Prince George receives funding for new container vendor project

Tourism Prince George receives funding for new container vendor project

The organization received a $20,000 from the Spruce Credit Union Legacy Grant
Moccasin Flats tiny home burns down

Moccasin Flats tiny home burns down

There were no injuries to civilians or firefighters