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New president of BC Dental Association has long history in Prince George

It wasn't like pulling teeth to convince Prince George dentist Richard Wilczek to decide to take on being president of the BC Dental Association.
12 dead in Colorado theatre shooting, police say

12 dead in Colorado theatre shooting, police say

by Thomas Peipert THE ASSOCIATED PRESS AURORA, Colo.

Mills look abroad for lumber sales

Thanks to Wednesday's ruling in BC's favour on the allegations of dumping lumber into the United States, area sawmills can now sell lumber products across the U.S. border with less concern about financial penalties.

New recycling program takes in old tools

There are still sparks of life in every electric tool. A new province-wide recycling program launched this past week for unwanted or disabled electric outdoor power equipment.
AiMHi work programs empowering high-achievers

AiMHi work programs empowering high-achievers

Theresa Robinson grew up in a time when kids with special needs were segregated from the rest of the student population.

More outreach needed to curb high aboriginal infant mortality

Community workers need to reach out to at-risk parents to reduce BC's high aboriginal infant mortality rates, according to the deputy provincial health officer. Dr.

Team BC leans on local talent

Close to 80 players were vying for Team BC jobs. Three from Prince George were among the successful candidates.
Council swayed by proposal, approves sign

Council swayed by proposal, approves sign

City council opened up its eyes and saw a sign this week. A passionate proposal by a local business owner convinced council to go against staff recommendations and approve the new roadside sign.

Anti-pipeline caravan in city

Members of the Kootenay to Kitimat Caravan to stop the Northern Gateway pipeline will be in Prince George today, handing out leaflets at the corner of Victoria and 15th Avenue from 5 to 6 p.m.

Prince George forestry pioneer passes away

Allan Stevens reached the same age as many of the trees he used to cut. With one of the tallest reputations among the Prince George forestry pioneers, Stevens died last Thursday at Peace Arch Hospital in White Rock.