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Warrant issued for violent offender

Warrant issued for violent offender

The Prince George RCMP is asking for help in finding a man wanted on a Canada-wide warrant. According to police, Shane Michael Grant, 39, failed to meet the conditions of his release after missing curfew at his designated residence in Prince George.
Couple mark their 65th anniversary

Couple mark their 65th anniversary

It has been a year of celebration for Eileen and Frank Pighin. Firstly, they are here for the 100th birthday of Prince George, their home city for half that time.

Water safety challenge

The city is challenging residents to test their water-safety mettle next week. To mark the Lifesaving Society's National Drowning Prevention Week July 19-25, safety-related events will be held at the Aquatic Centre and Four Seasons Pool.
Fire ban lifted

Fire ban lifted

The Prince George fire chief has lifted a ban on recreational fires. John Iverson rescinded the prohibition Wednesday after cool, rainy weather reduced the risk of potential fires. The ban in city limits was put in place July 3.
Worker recalls lucky escape in Babine blast

Worker recalls lucky escape in Babine blast

BURNS LAKE — Moments before the explosion that destroyed Babine Forest Products, Ryan Clay had received a text from his then-girlfriend, now his wife, asking him how work was going. Even before the Jan.
Explosion survivor left with life-altering injuries

Explosion survivor left with life-altering injuries

BURNS LAKE — There was a moment when Ken Michell was so covered in flames, he thought they were part of him.

Blast survivors recall harrowing night

BURNS LAKE — Steve Dominic fought back the tears as he recalled the day in question while testifying Wednesday into the coroner's inquest into the explosion that destroyed the Babine Forest Products sawmill and killed two of his friends. By Jan.
Police searching for wanted man

Police searching for wanted man

Prince George RCMP are on the lookout for a man who has several arrest warrants to his name. Police are asking for the public's help in finding Wilfred Patrick Prince, charged with sexual assault.
Explosion victims should brace for disappointment: NDP

Explosion victims should brace for disappointment: NDP

Families in Burns Lake are gearing up for the same level of disappointment felt by those affected by the mill explosion in Prince George, according to the NDP's labour critic.
Airport announces warehouse partnership

Airport announces warehouse partnership

The Prince George Airport has found someone to call its new cargo warehouse facility home.