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Thieves harvested in field

When two suspects tried to allegedly steal vehicles from a logging compound in Beaverly and escape across country, two witnesses didn't just watch them go. The alleged thieves made off with a pickup pulling a trailer at about 7:30 a.m.

Alberta oil pipeline spill sparks Enbridge project concerns

A major pipeline break in northern Alberta has environmental and First Nation groups pointing to the spill as a prime example of the risks of Enbridge Inc.'s proposed $5.5-billion oil pipeline through northern B.C.
Halibut protest gathers steam

Halibut protest gathers steam

Tackle shops in Prince George are joining protesters throughout B.C. in the fight against strict halibut quotas with a petition that has already netted dozens of names.
Map of the Day - Eena Lake

Map of the Day - Eena Lake

Eena Lake is an ideal location, both for its beauty and its high catch rates. There are several shoals, making it ideal trout habitat. Eena Lake has also been designated a Family Fishing Water by the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC.

Panel delivers report on impacts of HST

A B.C. Liberal government-commissioned panel delivered a report today that says there would be an immediate benefit to families by overturning the harmonized sales tax, but the decision has longer term consequences.

Northern B.C. resource development likely on Conservative agenda

Natural resource development in northern B.C.

HST panel report lays out costs and benefits of returning to old tax system

A B.C. Liberal government-commissioned panel delivered a report Wednesday that says there would be an immediate benefit to families by overturning the harmonized sales tax, but the decision has longer term consequences.
Boston Pizza blaze cause determined

Boston Pizza blaze cause determined

The culprit behind the dramatic blaze that gutted the Boston Pizza and Blockbuster Video on Monday afternoon was a "carelessly discarded" cigarette, stated Prince George Fire Rescue Services investigators Wednesday.

Farmers' Market outdoor season starts this Saturday

The Prince George Farmers' Market outdoor season will kick off this Saturday. Vendors will have booths set up at the corner of Third and George Street, in front of the courthouse and across the way from the indoor market, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Malaspina students jumpstart their hearts

For 22 years, jumping rope has been a big deal at Malaspina elementary. In that time, they've raised more than $72,000 for their efforts.