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Free workshop

Northern Health is hosting a free workshop today to help stroke and brain injury survivors as well as their family learn about the resources available to them in the community.

Tax exemption list set

The 2014 list of organizations receiving permissive tax exemptions has been set. Council passed the first three readings of the associated bylaws relieving $1.36 million in property tax for eligible applicants Tuesday afternoon.

Hotel development up for public input

Proponents behind a proposed new hotel next to CN Centre hope to open their doors before the 2015 Canada Winter Games.
Hundreds take part in homelessness protest

Hundreds take part in homelessness protest

Terence Craig moved to Prince George in August, but he still doesn't have a place to live. "I look at myself as a man of responsibility and accountability, but I temporarily find myself on the street," Craig said.

Ex-leader says top NDP job has 'huge demands'

Since Adrian Dix announced his intention to step down as B.C. NDP leader last month, 11 MLAs have approached former party boss Carole James about what it takes to succeed in the job. Her answer has been blunt.
Mother, Mountie at odds over story of son's death

Mother, Mountie at odds over story of son's death

A coroner's inquest heard contradictory testimony Tuesday into whether the mother of a man an RCMP emergency response team member shot and killed in a standoff last year was given permission to go see him in the cabin where he had holed up shortly be
B.C., Alberta look to move more oil

B.C., Alberta look to move more oil

Whether it's by pipeline or rail, more Alberta oil will make its way to B.C.'s coast, according to the terms of reference released Tuesday for a B.C.-Alberta inter-provincial working group.
More help needed for children: NDP

More help needed for children: NDP

NDP MLA Carole James said services for at-risk children and youth in B.C. are "woefully inadequate" but can be solved if the government puts more resources into the sector.

Vanderhoof water advisory continues

A boil water advisory is still in effect for some Vanderhoof residents serviced by Northside Water. A sample tested positive for trace amounts of E.
Budget chat a win: city

Budget chat a win: city

Despite an early technical glitch, organizers of the city's first e-town hall budget consultation are calling the event a success. "It's always a little unnerving when you're trying a new process and you need to learn...