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Canfor Pulp supports bioenergy research at UNBC

Canfor Pulp supports bioenergy research at UNBC

Today, at the Canfor Winter Garden at the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC), Joe Nemeth, CEO of Canfor Pulp Limited Partnership (CPLP), presented the first installment of the Canfor Pulp Grants Program totaling $75,000 over three years t
Knitting group brings comfort through Angel project

Knitting group brings comfort through Angel project

A group of local knitters have joined forces with TELUS's Community Ambassador program to put their love of knitting to good use.

Every child has its day

As the province wound down from a night of political excitement, children rights came into focus on Sunday. The provincial government proclaimed Nov. 20 as B.C.

Hydro reaches benefit agreement with Lax KwÂ’alaam

BC Hydro has reached an impact benefit agreement with the Lax Kw'alaam Indian Band to provide training programs, contracting and jobs, and other economic development opportunities related to the construction of the Northwest Transmission Line (NTL) p

Mounties honoured for bravery

Four RCMP officers were honoured Thursday night "for their bravery and exemplary service" by B.C. Solicitor General Shirley Bond and the province's Lieutenant Governor Steven Point.
Broken bones might be a sign of something serious

Broken bones might be a sign of something serious

A new resource is on the market to teach people how to better take care of their bones. The book, The Osteoporosis Book: Bone Health, has been endorsed by Osteoporosis Canada as a valuable guide for sufferers.
Cardboard slated for landfill unless recycling option found

Cardboard slated for landfill unless recycling option found

A local garbage disposal company is frustrated by the lack of recycling options available for commercial operations. All Points Disposal Inc.

Festival of Trees brings the holiday warmth

In its 18-year history, the Festival of Trees has proven to be a beloved tradition. This year is no exception, with Prince George residents opening their wallets and hearts to the Spirit of the North Healthcare Foundation.

HIV/AIDS study in full swing

Prince George and Vancouver are the targets of the province's "seek and treat" program to identify 3,500 new cases of HIV in people who are unaware they are carriers of the virus.

From Prince George provincial court

Nov. 15 Edward Pascal Fernandes was sentenced to 45 days in jail and his six month conditional sentence, issued in September, for driving while disqualified under the Criminal Code, was revoked.