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Halifax trial delayed by Prince George arrest

A trial for two British Columbia men accused of sexually assaulting a woman at a Dartmouth hotel didn't resume as scheduled Friday because one of the defendants is in custody on the West Coast.

Machete wielder's conviction reduced to manslaughter

On Monday a B.C. Supreme Court Justice reduced a conviction of second degree murder to manslaughter for Ricky John Smith in the 2004 death of Brent Melanson in the parking lot of a Prince George fast food restaurant.

Water, sewer rates to increase five per cent

City council approved a five per cent increase to water and sewer utility fees on Monday. For a single family home without a water meter, the increase will cost an additional $28.18 in 2012.
B.C.'s breast cancer strategy remains unchanged

B.C.'s breast cancer strategy remains unchanged

Women in 40-49 age group will still get systemic testing

Cullen proposes plebiscite on monarchy

Federal NDP leadership candidate Nathan Cullen says it's time to put the monarchy to a vote.

Machete wielder's sentence reduced to manslaughter

A B.C. Supreme Court Justice reduced a conviction of second degree murder to manslaughter for Ricky John Smith in the 2004 death of Brent Melanson in the parking lot of a Prince George fast food restaurant.

Kinsmen Club pass torch on Santa gig

For the children who are spending the holiday season in the hospital, Santa Claus will look a little different than in years past.

Light agenda for inaugural council meeting

The new city council will have a light agenda for their inaugural meeting on Monday.

Treasure Cove a place to get caught, crime stats indicate

If you're planning to buy, sell or consume some illicit drugs, Treasure Cove Casino may not be the place to do it. And don't dare leave your kids in the car while you go inside to play the slot machines. Odds are, you'll get caught.

November weather made winter fun possible

November brought just enough snow to the Prince George region to get cross-country skiers and snowmobilers out on the trails.