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Festival of Trees a success

Festival of Trees a success

The final amount raised is still to be tallied, but organizers of the Spirit of the North Healthcare Foundation's Festival of Trees are branding this year's event an "overwhelming success.
Local headed to international science fair

Local headed to international science fair

A Prince George student is one of two Canadians selected to compete in an international science fair this January. The genesis of Daniel O'Reilly's project can be traced to an ear infection.
City boosts snow budget

City boosts snow budget

Another increase to the city's snow-clearing budget was given the green light Wednesday afternoon as city council continued their 2016 budget deliberations.
Masks a must in hospitals for the unvaccinated

Masks a must in hospitals for the unvaccinated

People should wear masks at hospitals if they haven’t had the flu shot, according to the Ministry of Health. It sent a reminder that as of Dec.
Vancouver CEO tells why he bought controversial nude painting of Stephen Harper

Vancouver CEO tells why he bought controversial nude painting of Stephen Harper

By Douglas Quan, Vancouver Sun A controversial painting of former prime minister Stephen Harper reclining in the buff surrounded by faceless figures has a new, unlikely owner.
Cost of extra RCMP officers may take years to hit the books

Cost of extra RCMP officers may take years to hit the books

The costs for extra RCMP officers on city streets might not truly be felt until 2017, according to a report prepared in advance of Wednesday's city budget meeting. Last week, Prince George RCMP Supt.
Tyner gets lights

Tyner gets lights

They won't be up to normal city standards but the city is moving ahead with getting temporary illumination on Tyner Boulevard.
Warrant issued for court no show

Warrant issued for court no show

An arrest warrant has been issued for a man facing firearms and Wildlife Act charges who failed to appear in court earlier this month.
Density tax breaks approved

Density tax breaks approved

A new bylaw to promote multi-family housing construction could give Prince George a leg up in a competitive development market, city councillors said.
UNBC firm on Moore pick

UNBC firm on Moore pick

University of Northern B.C.'s alumni association is standing by its decision to nominate former federal cabinet minister James Moore as its next chancellor.