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Chamber names business all-stars

Chamber names business all-stars

The Prince George Chamber of Commerce named their 11 stars of the game Saturday night when they handed out the 2014 Business Excellence Awards.

Pets need special care during Halloween

With Halloween just around the corner, the B.C. Society for Prevention of Cruelty Against Animals is asking pet owners to prepare for what can be an especially scary night for their four-legged friends.

Researcher, author discusses science of sports fandom

Researcher and author Andrei Markovits turned his sociological microscope on himself to try to understand what motivates sports fans.
Conservative candidates unsurprised by Harris announcement

Conservative candidates unsurprised by Harris announcement

In what has been called the worst-kept secret in local federal politics, 21-year veteran MP Dick Harris stepped down Saturday and put the strength of his support behind Todd Doherty.

Harris not seeking re-election, endorses Doherty

Long-serving Cariboo-Prince George MP Dick Harris announced on Saturday he will not be seeking another term in the next federal election.
Forestry industry making more than lumber

Forestry industry making more than lumber

The measuring stick for northern B.C. is still made out of wood, but northern B.C. wood is making a lot more than sticks these days.
Growing the north

Growing the north

In the time it takes a downtown Vancouver resident to get to the nearest Ikea store, a Prince George resident can go from the centre of the city to the region's rural, agricultural community.
Student's app aims to put stop to texting while driving

Student's app aims to put stop to texting while driving

If Whitney Anderson has her way, there will come a time when even if you wanted to use a hand-held smartphone while behind the wheel, you won't be able to.
Getting the message

Getting the message

Bree-Anna Robertson has a mischievous look that speaks volumes and with the help of the latest technology that offers her alternative communication, she also has a way to express that spirit that quite literally shines through her expressive eyes.

Fairs receive funding

Gaming funds were set aside for 18 agriculture fairs across B.C. and it was announced this week by government that the BC Northern Exhibition was one of them.