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Man jailed for child porn

Man jailed for child porn

A Prince George man was sentenced to 18 months in jail Monday after pleading guilty to possessing and distributing child pornography.

B.C. economy still in strong position: minister

Things look tough in some Canadian jurisdictions, but Minister of Energy and Mines Bill Bennett said this province is on a better track than most others, thanks to a diverse economy.
Opening ceremonies will showcase ‘northern story’

Opening ceremonies will showcase ‘northern story’

The Canada Winter Games opening ceremonies will have some national performers that are known in Northern B.C. and will also feature some local acts worthy of national attention. "I can't wait for the Canada Winter Games.

City mulls project choice

A decision on which project the city will submit for a federal-provincial infrastructure funding program is delayed until next month. City council voted Monday night to postpone approval of the $1.

Future of green space discussed

City staff will study whether to make the Community Foundation Park an actual park.
Suspects found during police training

Suspects found during police training

It was supposed to be a training session, but turned into a takedown.
City snow clearing operations

City snow clearing operations

City crews will focus on snow clearing in the yellow zone of the Garbage Collection Map today and will grade as needed on Priority One and Priority Two routes downtown and in the Carter Light Industrial area.
Fundraiser aims to give gift of mobility to injured teen

Fundraiser aims to give gift of mobility to injured teen

The Exploration Place, Prince George Metis Housing Society and Lheidli T'enneh First Nation can't give local teen athlete Trent Seymour back the use of his legs, but they are hoping to give him the next best thing.

Quesnel cuts city spending

Budget cuts are starting at the top for the city of Quesnel council and staff. On Friday, Mayor Bob Simpson announced he and his six council colleagues would not be taking the previously approved wage hike for 2015. The previous council approved a 1.

Hunters to protest permit changes

Local hunters are hoping to capture the attention of provincial lawmakers this week when the Premier's Natural Resource Forum comes to Prince George. A rally is set for Jan. 21 to protest the recent changes to B.C.