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Concert comes up big for Wiebe family

Concert comes up big for Wiebe family

The Wiebe family will have at least some of their hardship lightened thanks to a concert that raised more than $10,000 to ease the financial stress that has accompanied their long journey with cancer.
Professor speaks on social impact of hosting Games

Professor speaks on social impact of hosting Games

In the lead up to and come down from the 2015 Canada Winter Games, there will be a lot of attention focused on the economic benefits and drawbacks for Prince George as the host city.
Looks like serial robber strikes again - Dawson Creek

Looks like serial robber strikes again - Dawson Creek

It looks like Dawson Creek is the latest victim of the serial robber who's crossed three provinces and committed nine crimes to get his cash. On Wednesday at 3:50 p.m.
Library, civic facilities prepare to host athletes

Library, civic facilities prepare to host athletes

The Canada Winter Games is two weeks away from taking over Prince George, so civic and other downtown facilities are preparing to undergo facelifts for the influx of athletes and other visitors.
Trustees call on Ministry to reverse fees

Trustees call on Ministry to reverse fees

District 57 trustees are adding their voice to the chorus of local objections to a new education policy that removes subsidies to high school course upgrades for graduated adults.
Bridal show this weekend

Bridal show this weekend

Brides and grooms can walk the aisles of the Sweetheart Bridal Show before they ever have to walk down "that" aisle.
Students pay city's fare for free transit

Students pay city's fare for free transit

A student-led initiative to provide free bus service during the Canada Winter Games has reached its goal. The UNBC Students Pave the Way campaign raised enough money to shutter public transit fare boxes between Feb. 12 and March 1.
Potholes on the mend

Potholes on the mend

City crews working all shifts are patching potholes uncovered by the recent warm weather and rain. Potholes are formed as water gets into a crack in the asphalt.

SD57 budget higher than expected

School District 57 trustees were presented with an amended annual budget at Tuesday night's meeting, one that saw an additional $4-million that may need to be taken from the district's surplus.
Province targets B.C. oil sands workers

Province targets B.C. oil sands workers

Fort McMurray - the nation's heavy industry capital when the price of oil is high - is about to see some new billboards on the road to the tar sands. "B.C. Come Home" is the sentiment calling out from these ads.