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Application for Masich Place upgrades gets approval

Application for Masich Place upgrades gets approval

Expect a lively conversation about the future of Masich Place Stadium if the city receives external money for the upgrades to the venue. During Monday night's meeting, city council approved a $3.
Council finds new money for budget

Council finds new money for budget

The new city council made some last-minute changes to this year's budget after a review of the financial plan was brought to Monday night's meeting. The previous council approved a 2015 operating budget with a 2.5 per cent tax increase in October.
Council approves University Heights rezoning

Council approves University Heights rezoning

After two hours of hearing opposition from neighbours, city council ultimately backed a proposal to spread multi-family homes through a larger area of a University Heights neighbourhood.
The Pale Emperor

The Pale Emperor

Marilyn Manson played to more than 2,200 fans at CN Centre Tuesday night as part of the Hell Not Hallelujah Tour.
Health care workers hold rally

Health care workers hold rally

Prince George was one of 30 rally sites Tuesday as B.C. health care workers protested the one-year anniversary after the national Health Accord expired.
Time for school board to raise awareness about cuts: Warrington

Time for school board to raise awareness about cuts: Warrington

Trustees came to Tuesday night's board meeting wearing at least one black garment to mark the sombre discussion around budget cuts. Brenda Hooker, chair of the finance committee, said it would be difficult to deal with the $3.
Sentencing hearing for guilty plea on child pornography

Sentencing hearing for guilty plea on child pornography

A sentencing hearing is being held at the Prince George courthouse for a man who has pleaded guilty to possessing and distributing child pornography.
Call for nominations for those who help youth in P.G.

Call for nominations for those who help youth in P.G.

There's a call out by the Prince George victim services units for individuals, groups and businesses that make a significant contribution towards positive change in the lives of youth in the community.
Farmers' Market merger delayed

Farmers' Market merger delayed

There won't be a forced marriage between two community markets this season, but they are expected to make nice by next year.
January construction permits triple from last year

January construction permits triple from last year

Prince George enjoyed a strong January on the construction front, according to a building permit report from city hall. In all, 34 permits for $9.7 million worth of construction were taken out over the month, compared to 11 permits for $2.