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North not so special, says political watchdog

The north shouldn't get special treatment when the province redraws its riding boundaries, according to one provincial watchdog group. IntegrityBC is calling for the provincial government to be proactive in getting a clarification from the B.C.
Target of manhunt gets more jail time

Target of manhunt gets more jail time

A Prince George man who was at the centre of a manhunt in the Quinson neighbourhood last spring will spend three more months in jail after pleading guilty to two of the charges for which police were seeking his arrest.

Enough flu vaccine in region: says NH

Northern Health has an adequate supply of influenza vaccine, despite a province-wide shortage of the medication.

Avalanche warning issued for area mountains

The Canadian Avalanche Centre has issued a special warning for most regions of British Columbia including the North Rockies, Cariboo and North Columbia regions.

Arrest warrant issued in animal cruelty case

A provincial court judge has ordered the arrest of a Prince George man after he failed to appear Thursday for a trial confirmation hearing related to allegations of animal cruelty.

Forum on apology in Prince George on Tuesday

B.C. Minister Responsible for Multiculturalism Teresa Wat will be in Prince George on Tuesday to host a community forum as part of the provincial government's commitment to issue a meaningful apology to B.C.'s Chinese community for historical wrongs.

Woman jailed for convenience store robbery

A 37-year-old Prince George woman was sentenced to a year in jail for the robbery of a Quesnel convenience store. Sarah June Tom was issued the term Tuesday in Quesnel provincial court for the Nov. 26.
Police request help locating missing youth

Police request help locating missing youth

Prince George RCMP are seeking the public's help in locating a youth who has not been seen in more than two weeks. Victor Willier, 15, remained missing in the time since police were notified on Dec. 28 that he had not returned to his home.

Ontario student wins job at area sawmill

A young Ontario man will spend his summer working at Canfor's Bear Lake sawmill as one of the winners of a social media job contest.

Hydro projects not linked to pipeline: Enbridge

Run of river hydroelectric projects proposed by a company associated with Enbridge have no connection with the proposed Northern Gateway pipeline, according to the energy company. A numbered company, 8056587 Canada Ltd.