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There is more than just one Kayla Bourque from Prince George and while one is a convicted animal killer, the other is "totally the opposite," says her grandmother.

New university studies on grain could bring future opportunities to northern farmers and the local economy. UNBC researchers are exploring new ways to grow grain in the region's climate.

After 35 years - and two days - North District RCMP Insp. Eric Brewer, 58, is retiring. His last day of work at the North District RCMP office was on Monday.

Irene Rigler came to Prince George with her family from Saskatchewan where her father had managed the Indian Head experimental farm. The dust storms inspired the move, she said.

The City of Prince George is looking to recognize outstanding citizens. Nominations are now open for volunteer recognition and youth of the year awards, which will be handed out at the April 27 Civic Appreciation Dinner.

Prince George should get a reprieve for the next few days following Wednesday's heavy snowfall.

Despite having retired from the pulpit in 1998, Rev. Lance Morgan was still deeply connected to First Baptist Church. "He's the grandfather, he's the patriarch of our community," said associate pastor Kimi Orton.

Calls are ringing out across the city to spotlight a familiar downtown feature heavy with local history.

Prince George RCMP are on the lookout for a man after receiving a report Wednesday morning of an attempt to coax a high school student into a vehicle.

A snowmobiler has died near Valemount. The rider was found pinned underneath his sled in a ditch along Highway 5 early Wednesday morning, North District RCMP Cst. Lesley Smith said, and efforts to resuscitate him were unsuccessful.