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Celebrating three years of welcoming new immigrants

Celebrating three years of welcoming new immigrants

A three-year project to make Prince George more welcoming to new immigrants will be coming to a close at the end of the month.

Wait for new Supreme Court Justice approaching year two

Prince George's legal community continues to wait for a new B.C. Supreme Court Justice nearly a year after Eric Chamberlist retired from the job. With Chamberlist's retirement last July, Glen Parrett is currently the only B.C.

Threat investigation turns up guns

Police were called on Sunday to help a victim who had been allegedly threatened by a 25-year-old local resident, who was since been arrested and charged.

Environment ministry shifts gears on Millar Addition air testing

The B.C. Ministry of Environment is continuing efforts in Prince George to try to pinpoint the source of odours that Millar Addition residents say are an irritant and a health concern.

Multicultural festivals stirs the melting pot

Prince George's first Multicultural Festival, on June 27, gives the community an opportunity to discover the different cultures residing in the Prince George area. "The festival will have different performers from all over P.G.

Sidewalks give motorchair users a pain

Motorchair riders have to take their lumps on local sidewalks. The motorized wheelchairs so many people now use are considered a pedestrian tool. Like any walker, they can go on the main roadway or on the sidewalk.

Forensic pathologist testifies in manslaughter trial

The victim of an alleged attack in downtown Prince George two years ago died from slow swelling of the brain most likely caused by a blow to the side of the head, a forensic pathologist testified Tuesday during a manslaughter trial at the Prince Geor

Privacy commissioner turned down city worker appeal

Before turning to the courts, former municipal employee Carlene Keddie first approached the provincial privacy commissioner with her complaint that the city breached her privacy by releasing confidential information to the B.C. Human Rights Tribunal.

Environment ministry shifts gears on Millar Addition air testing

The B.C. Ministry of Environment is continuing efforts in Prince George to try to pinpoint the source of odours that Millar Addition residents say are an irritant and a health concern.

Sheriffs hours restored

A Prince George lawyer is expressing relief at the province's decision to restore funding for auxiliary and part-time courtroom sheriffs.