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The fledgling Wood Innovation and Design Centre (WIDC) took a step closer to realization Friday with the release of a request for qualifications to design and construct a building at least six stories high in downtown Prince George.

Flooding has closed the section of Landooz Road between Northwood Pulpmill Road and Fraser Flats Road.

The village of Burns Lake will soon be home to a new hospital. The province announced Thursday plans for construction of a $55 million facility to replace Lakes District Hospital.

B.C. movie theatres can now get a license to serve alcohol during screenings but it will be some time yet, if at all, before the service comes to Famous Players Prince George.

Local developer Rod McLeod confirmed plans to construct a $40 million hotel and luxury condominium complex downtown.

Telus will spend $103 million over the next three years to bring what's being called the fastest wireless technology in the world to northern B.C.

A local fuel tax may be the solution to the city's crumbling roads, according to city councillor Brian Skakun.

The Ness Lake Recreation Commission is receiving $15,003 to improve accessibility at the Ness Lake Community Hall, Prince George-Peace River MP Bob Zimmer said this week.

Volunteers for ICBC have been improving public safety and reducing crime in Prince George.

Education Minister George Abbott picked Dr. Charles Jago to mediate in the provincial public school teachers labour dispute not because Jago has experience as a mediator, but because of his reputation as a leader who can get the job done.