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Accused killer's 'lie' disputed by Crown

A Crown prosecutor cast doubt Wednesday on an accused murderer's assertion he lied to an undercover police officer when he claimed to have shot to death Peter John Letendre nearly seven years ago.

Labour board backs teachers

The B.C. Labour Relations Board (BCLRB) has upheld the right of teachers to not issue report cards during their current job action and that has parents concerned.

First Nations declare opposition to Kinder-Morgan pipeline

First nations whose territory covers the entire B.C. coast have expanded their opposition to transport of crude from the Alberta oilsands to include Kinder-Morgan's pipeline to the south.

Man in custody following report of sexual assault

A 60-year-old man has been arrested at a Prince George hotel on allegations of sexual assault. Prince George RCMP Cpl.

P.G. marks World AIDS Day

People around the world are seeing red today. Red ribbons are a longtime symbol of support and awareness for those living with HIV and can usually be seen in abundance every Dec. 1 for World AIDS Day.
Quick-witted driver keeps highway carnage to minimum

Quick-witted driver keeps highway carnage to minimum

Several authorities at the scene of a highway crash openly admired the driving skills of Lance Brownscombe.

Cullen proposes plebiscite on monarchy

Federal NDP leadership candidate Nathan Cullen says it's time to put the monarchy to a vote.

Bassermann retires after 18 years

A new Prince George city council will be sworn in on Dec. 5 - and for the first time in 12 years Don Bassermann won't be among those taking the oath of office.

Task force advises against breast cancer screening for low risk group

Sharon Parrett knows mammograms and ultrasound examinations for breast cancer are not foolproof. Despite having had both of those tests, her own cancer went undetected for six months.
The ice-fishing season cometh

The ice-fishing season cometh

Just because the mercury has dropped and the lakes are no longer in their traditionally fluid form doesn't mean it's time to put away the fishing gear.