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Bowlers look for strikes at competition

Special Olympic bowlers will attempt to pin down a spot in the provincial games this weekend. The Zone 8 regional qualifier for 10-pin bowling takes place at the Strike Zone Bowling Centre (2366 Westwood Dr.) today from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Dead cattle a blow to ranchers

For Vanderhoof-area residents who have recently spotted dead cows floating in the Nechako River, it's undoubtedly an unpleasant sight.

Frozen or canned veggies still a wise food choice

March is nutrition month and dietitians across the country are promoting an awareness campaign to try and get Canadians to eat healthier food and change some of their unhealthy eating habits.

Lumber exports strong in January

B.C. softwood lumber exports to China reached 387 million board feet in January, according to the provincial government, a 57-per-cent increase over the same month last year. The total translated into $68.9 million worth of sales, up 11.7 per cent.

Election spending disclosure deadline today

Candidates from the 2011 municipal election have until 5 p.m. on Monday to publicly disclose their campaign spending and donations.

Faster air flights on order for Terrace trauma patients

Paramedics now have the authority to arrange fixed-wing transport of critically-ill or seriously-injured patients from Terrace directly to trauma hospitals in Prince George or Vancouver as a result of a B.C.

YXS passenger numbers soar to new heights

Passenger numbers at the Prince George Airport have taken off in a big way.

Document reveals full extent of city layoffs

A City of Prince George internal staff notice obtained by The Citizen has revealed the full extent of the layoffs announced by city council on Jan. 17. A total of 28 positions were eliminated, including nine layoffs, as part of nearly $1.

Four year driving ban and 30 days in jail for disqualified driver

From Prince George provincial court: March 16 Edward Pascal Fernandes was sentenced to three months in jail, prohibited from driving for three years and assessed a $50 victim surcharge for operating a motor vehicle while disqualified in Dawson Creek.

City Hall silent on Enbridge pipeline

City Hall is staying mum on the proposed Enbridge Northern Gateway Project. The City of Prince George and Initiatives Prince George are registered as interveners in the federal joint review panel process currently underway.