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Killer linked to Highway of Tears denied parole

Killer linked to Highway of Tears denied parole

A convicted killer long considered a person of interest in the disappearance of a missing woman along northern B.C.'s Highway of Tears is claiming he passed a polygraph test about his involvement in the case.
UNBC provost to carve a new path

UNBC provost to carve a new path

UNBC has added a new position to its administrative leadership team. Mark Dale, the current provost and vice-president academic, will be the university's first dean of regional programs.
Airport improves screening system

Airport improves screening system

Checking in luggage at the Prince George Airport will look a little different between now and October.

Wireless service expanded

The first series in a project bringing more wireless service along Highway 97 has been completed. Telus partnered with the provincial government to invest $2.
Jail term issued for theft from bait car

Jail term issued for theft from bait car

An attempted theft from an RCMP bait car has earned a Prince George man 47 days in jail. Darryl David Basil, 34, was issued the term Monday in Prince George provincial court for theft $5,000 or under.
Disqualified driver given 10-year ban

Disqualified driver given 10-year ban

A Prince George man was sentenced to 528 days in jail and three years probation and issued a 10-year driving prohibition for two counts of driving while disqualified under the Criminal Code. Timothy Donald Munroe, 45, was issued the sentence Aug.
Man prohibited from driving for five years

Man prohibited from driving for five years

A Prince George man was sentenced to 70 days in jail and issued a five-year driving prohibition for driving while disqualified under the Criminal Code. Allan Troy Baker, who has an extensive criminal record, was issued the term Aug.
Program gives UNBC students hands-on experience

Program gives UNBC students hands-on experience

A pilot program at the University of Northern B.C. is giving students some hands-on learning opportunities.
HIV risk rising among seniors

HIV risk rising among seniors

"Free Condoms" says the sign on a basket at the front counter of the Prince George Council of Seniors Resource Centre at 721 Victoria Street.
Giving veins run deep in Prince George

Giving veins run deep in Prince George

People living in Prince George and Kelowna are more likely to give blood than anywhere else in B.C., according to data from Canadian Blood Services.