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How to practise 'safe six': a COVID-19 primer

How to practise 'safe six': a COVID-19 primer

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought new terms into our lexicon, such as physical distancing and self-isolation. One new term that has many people scratching their heads, however, is “safe six.” It’s become a regular in provincial health officer Dr.
Prince George MP Bob Zimmer votes 'no' to anti-conversion therapy bill

Prince George MP Bob Zimmer votes 'no' to anti-conversion therapy bill

Conservative cites language as reasoning for voting against Bill C-6
Study seeks to learn how the COVID-19 pandemic is impacting young adults

Study seeks to learn how the COVID-19 pandemic is impacting young adults

Prince George students may want to participate
MP Zimmer votes against conversion therapy bill

MP Zimmer votes against conversion therapy bill

Prince George-Peace River-Northern Rockies MP Bob Zimmer was one of only seven Members of Parliament to vote Wednesday against a federal bill to outlaw the discredited practice of conversion therapy.
Highway 97 north of Prince George under snowfall warning

Highway 97 north of Prince George under snowfall warning

Pine Pass, Peace River, Bulkley Valley and Lakes District could see up to 20 cm
A Biden presidency could mean good news for Canadian environment policy: observers

A Biden presidency could mean good news for Canadian environment policy: observers

OTTAWA — The day after Americans go to the polls to choose their next president, the United States will become the first and only country in the world to withdraw from the Paris climate change pact.
Hockey Canada invites Prince George Cougars' Taylor Gauthier to 2021 World Junior selection camp

Hockey Canada invites Prince George Cougars' Taylor Gauthier to 2021 World Junior selection camp

Goaltender one step closer to donning the maple leaf in Edmonton
B.C. woman suing Starbucks for alleged too-hot tea incident in drive-thru

B.C. woman suing Starbucks for alleged too-hot tea incident in drive-thru

An incident in a B.C. Starbucks drive-thru this summer has led to a woman suing the coffee giant for $35,000 for negligence. In a claim filed Oct.
Reduce cyberattacks, talk to children about safe internet use: Crime Stoppers

Reduce cyberattacks, talk to children about safe internet use: Crime Stoppers

Strong unique passwords and avoiding email scams are common ways to stay safe from cyberattacks, but Crime Stoppers is encouraging parents to talk to their children about staying safe on the internet for the month of October.
Long-term care deaths surged in COVID-19 first wave, Tam hopeful it won't repeat

Long-term care deaths surged in COVID-19 first wave, Tam hopeful it won't repeat

Long-term care deaths accounted for nearly 80 per cent of COVID-19 cases in Canada during the first wave of the pandemic, but the country's chief public health officer thinks a repeat can be avoided amid a new spike in cases.