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Logging threatens Wells Gray caribou herd, petitioners say

Logging threatens Wells Gray caribou herd, petitioners say

A petition campaign has been launched to stop logging outside the southern end of Wells Gray Provincial Park, saying the activity poses a further threat to the region's dwindling herd of southern mountain caribou.
Healthcare top election issue in poll

Healthcare top election issue in poll

During the last Citizen poll we asked "The provincial election is just two months away.
Safety of nine-axle logging trucks questioned

Safety of nine-axle logging trucks questioned

Maybe bigger is better. But how safe would nine axle logging trucks be if they began making their way routinely through Prince George? This was one of the concerns voiced at a Prince George city council meeting on Monday.
Carver showcases native culture

Carver showcases native culture

To honour his murdered mother and those who face a similar fate across the globe, master carver Lenard Paquette Jackson, of the Cree Nation, is letting his work send out its message.
Fire strikes McBride lumber producer

Fire strikes McBride lumber producer

A fire struck a McBride-based lumber manufacturer and major employer in the community Wednesday. Called to BKB Cedar Manufacturing at about 5 a.m.
Gone in 20 seconds: Video shows how quickly a bike can be stolen

Gone in 20 seconds: Video shows how quickly a bike can be stolen

Prince George RCMP have released a video showing how quickly a poorly-secured bike can be stolen. It shows a thief using a small set of bolt cutters to cut the cable lock off a bike left outside the courthouse in mid-March.
McLeod Lake Indian Band and provincial government sign agreement

McLeod Lake Indian Band and provincial government sign agreement

British Columbia and the McLeod Lake Indian Band have reached a "government-to-government agreement" meant to strengthen their relationship and support economic development opportunities.
Distracted drivers hit with hefty fines

Distracted drivers hit with hefty fines

Prince George RCMP handed out 16 tickets for distracted driving last month and deployed a range of strategies to track offenders down.
BCNREB installs new board of directors

BCNREB installs new board of directors

Prince Rupert real estate agent John Evans is the new B.C. Northern Real Estate Board president. He was named to the position during the BCNREB's annual general meeting last month.
Wanted man may be in Prince George

Wanted man may be in Prince George

A violent criminal wanted in the Lower Mainland could be in Prince George. Sean Patrick Smith, 31, is originally from this city and is believed to be back in the area after breaching a recognizance.