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David Black's plan to build a $22-billion refinery on the coast of British Columbia has long been derided as a pipe dream.

The high winds that swept through Prince George Monday night gave Joan Paradis and Lenard Wiebe something to remember. The two were sitting in the living room of their 938 Irwin St. home when, at about 6 p.m., they heard a loud bang.

A 30-year-old Prince George man was sentenced Monday to a further 189 days in jail and one year probation for shooting at a person in Quesnel in 2013. Eric John Vining was issued the term during a hearing in B.C.

Three days of hearings before an arbitrator will begin Thursday as the University of Northern British Columbia and its professors work to hammer out a first collective agreement.

Premier Christy Clark says Syrian refugees should be settled across B.C., including in small towns with strong job markets.

The desire to help refugees from Syria shouldn't override their well-being once on Canadian soil or potential security concerns, according to a local MP.

The Northern Women's Centre presents Inspiring Women Among Us, a mentoring event, featuring four women who will share their stories at the Prince George Library on Thursday, from 7 to 9 p.m.

Crown counsel has approved charges against two people believed responsible for a recent rash of tire thefts.

A local Ancient Forest champion has been honoured for his work in bringing the site's universal boardwalk to life.

More changes are in store for residents' utility bills next year. During Monday night's meeting, city council approved a suite of changes to water, sewer and solid waste fees.