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University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) professor Christopher Opio is being honoured by his alumni, the University of Alberta (U of A), for his work in Uganda.

Education Minister George Abbott defended Wednesday a data collection system that has drawn criticism from teachers across the province although he admitted it hasn't been perfect.

A controversial data collection system in place in school districts across B.C. should be replaced a consultant has found, because it's "not well positioned to meet the future needs of education within B.C.

Two volunteer departments worked together to get a trapped crash victim out of a wrecked vehicle and off to hospital.

Carrier Lumber Ltd. celebrated its 60th anniversary on Saturday.

The Pine Centre Neighbourhood Plan approved by city council in February makes the sale of the Prince George Golf and Curling Club economically unviable, according to developer Robert Cooper. On Sept.

Council signed off on an addendum to an agreement with Northern Development Initiative Trust made in August. The city created a 10-year tax exemption program for new developments downtown.

If you're looking for a family fishing lake, Helen Lake is a good choice. It is a fairly small lake, and is home to cutthroat trout. This pretty little lake is perfect for a day trip. Helen Lake is also a good lake for fishing with kids.

Teachers won't be tripping up the school-based Terry Fox Runs. Even though there is ongoing job action, Prince George and District Teachers Association president Matt Pearce said Thursday that won't stop teachers from helping to organize the runs.

A public meeting has been called by the Rocky Mountain Rangers army reserve unit to discuss their hopes to base their Prince George operations at the former Meadow elementary school. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday at 7 p.m.