Local News

This year's Jehovah's Witnesses district convention in Prince George will include 800 more than in past years for a total of 3,400 from eight congregations. The three-day event, open to the public, begins Friday at 9:20 a.m.

Everyone is welcome to attend Portugal's Picnic Day on Saturday, June 19 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.

First of more tests in Millar neighbourhood

Young scribes between the ages of 10 and 17 have the opportunity to enter a short story in the Junior Authors Contest. Writers may submit only one story with a maximum of 1,000 words before the August 15 deadline.

The Prince George Service Canada Centre for Youth (SCCY) wrapped up a successful Hire-A-Youth Week. The centre helps match employers with enthusiastic youth who are eager to start working.

Royal Canadian Legion will hold a Father's Day brunch Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the branch at 1335 Seventh Ave. The event for members and bona fide guests offers breakfast and lunch dishes and door prizes at a cost of $10.

Monthly rents and vacancy rates have been wavering in Prince George, according to a Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation survey released this week.

Registration is now open for the 2nd Annual Allwynn Long Ride for Hospice from August 14 to 15 at the Rockins' River Resort in Salmon Valley.

It was no Teddy Bear's picnic

Prince George Council of Seniors will host an event to mark World Elder Abuse Day Wednesday from 1:30 to 3 p.m.