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Fort St. James prohibits pot, but adds sunset clause

Fort St. James prohibits pot, but adds sunset clause

In the face of impending legalization, the District of Fort St. James has adopted a controversial bylaw amendment prohibiting the sale and production of cannabis, but has added a sunset clause that would see it expire on Sept. 30, 2018.
City hall trees cleared for development

City hall trees cleared for development

If a tree falls at city hall, you bet somebody hears. A segment of the public expressed shock and dismay that the thick trunks and arching canopies on the eastern lawn along George Street were being sawed off.
Former PG woman named international dispatcher of the year

Former PG woman named international dispatcher of the year

A former Prince George woman's contribution to saving a man's life has earned her a prestigious award.
CrossRoads to throw downtown street parties celebrating outdoor clubs

CrossRoads to throw downtown street parties celebrating outdoor clubs

Outdoor enthusiasts can look forward to a trifecta of full-day street festivals over the spring, summer and fall in downtown Prince George.
Man goes missing

Man goes missing

The Prince George RCMP are requesting the public's help in locating a man last seen more than a week ago. Edward Allen Billingsley, 60, who also goes by the surnames Patterson and Peterson, and is known as Eddy.
Students offer historically significant projects at Heritage Fair

Students offer historically significant projects at Heritage Fair

With 59 students from 10 different schools displaying 47 projects during the one-day Prince George Regional Heritage Fair, the Civic Centre was bustling with activity Friday morning.
Police arrest suspected car thief after foot chase

Police arrest suspected car thief after foot chase

Prince George RCMP have arrested a 32-year old man suspected in multiple car thefts after a foot chase on Friday morning. According to a media statement issued by police, the suspect was spotted near 5th Ave. and Hwy. 97 at 7 a.m.
Warmer weather prompts outdoor burning precautions

Warmer weather prompts outdoor burning precautions

With temperatures rising in northern regions of the province, the BC Wildfire Service is encouraging members of the public, and industry personnel, to exercise caution when doing any outdoor burning.
Air quality advisory remains in place

Air quality advisory remains in place

An air quality advisory, sparked by a weather pattern combined with high concentrations of dust, entered its fourth day Friday.
Mental health patients face barriers to cancer treatments

Mental health patients face barriers to cancer treatments

Three researchers have examined the barriers to health experienced by B.C. cancer patients who have also experienced mental illness.