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Third Syrian family welcomed with open arms

Third Syrian family welcomed with open arms

Banners, flowers, cups of Tim Hortons coffee and welcome signs in English and Arabic greeted the third Syrian refugee family to arrive in Prince George. The family of six - a couple and their four children, aged 12, 11, 9 and six -arrived around 9 p.
Copper Pig highlights many ways for restaurants to go green

Copper Pig highlights many ways for restaurants to go green

There are a number of things restaurants can do to reduce their impact on the environment.
Prince George Relay for Life is tops again in the nation

Prince George Relay for Life is tops again in the nation

For the second year in a row, Prince George's Relay for Life in Prince George was ranked first in the nation with a total raised of more than $530,000.
Chamber names this year's Top 40 Under 40

Chamber names this year's Top 40 Under 40

The Prince George Chamber of Commerce has launched this year's edition of its Top 40 Under 40 magazine, the publication that showcases many of the city's up-and-comers.
Strong Kids campaign starts on Family Day

Strong Kids campaign starts on Family Day

The Strong Kids campaign, which starts Monday, aims to raise $25,000 to make sure local children and families who are in financial need are able to access the YMCA.
WorkSafeBC starts avalanche safety awareness campaign

WorkSafeBC starts avalanche safety awareness campaign

Recreational snowmobilers and others seeking some fun in the backcountry aren't the only ones who could be exposing themselves to avalanche danger.
Snow angels at Purden

Snow angels at Purden

Purden Mountain Ski Village is one of more than 50 ski hills and resorts across Canada that will try to break the Guinness World Record Saturday at 10 a.m. for making the most snow angels at one time in different locations.
Love hurts a little at the Library

Love hurts a little at the Library

It's after hours, there's no one around but a couple of employees and the lights are turned down low. It's time to play their favourite game. Tag Your Valentine is at the Prince George Public Library Friday, Feb.
First Syrian family to P.G. 'feel home'

First Syrian family to P.G. 'feel home'

Rose and Nael Tohme sit on a couch in a quiet room at Westwood Church, their hands touching in the space between.
2015 CWG named finalist for sport tourism awards

2015 CWG named finalist for sport tourism awards

The 2015 Canada Winter Games has been named a finalist in three categories of the Canadian Sport Tourism Alliance annual awards, including the event of the year.