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Part two of two. High school was not a friendly place to Jenine de Biasio. "Girls are really mean to each other. That was the biggest one for me. I was always the different one. I just felt attacked all the time," said de Biasio, 19.

Harkening back to 1915, Dominion Day celebrations at Huble Homestead July 1 are a throwback to a simpler time.

For youth, health becomes a challenge during times of transition. "We know that every year that goes by, kids are less and less active," said Dr. Anne Pousette, executive director for Promotion of Wellness in Northern British Columbia.

Northern Health's energy efforts helped the health agency save $250,000 last year. Six facilities took part in conservation projects using funding through the province's Carbon Neutral Capital Program.

A healthcare hero is found in the everyday interactions with people at their most vulnerable, "in need of company, compassion and caring.

To learn about organic gardening, Vanway elementary received $1,300 from Toyota Evergreen Learning Grounds, which helps to enhance school grounds.

Four days have been set aside in November and December for an arbitrator to hold hearings with UNBC and the faculty association to reach a first collective agreement.

A Prince George man has been sentenced to two years less a day for a short-lived attempt to make off with a three-ton cube van last summer.

With a record hot weekend upcoming as well as the Canada Day holiday, the B.C. Coroners Service is urging residents and visitors to take extra care while enjoying recreational water activities, especially boating and swimming.

During the 11th annual Variety Radiothon, Prince George and Vanderhoof raised $77,126. The funds will go to local families with children who have special needs and will help cover expenses not covered by provincial or private healthcare plans.