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First Nations health improves with access to traditional foods: study

unedited First Nations communities tend be at higher risk of obesity and related illnesses, but those risks lessen when traditional foods are consumed, the first results of a UNBC-led study show.
Halifax games had lessons for Prince George

Halifax games had lessons for Prince George

The 2011 Canada Winter Games in Halifax set the bar high for Prince George, according to local delegates who attended the games.

Nisga'a to sign onto $404-million Northwest power line

The Nisga'a Nation has entered into a benefits agreement with B.C. Hydro for the construction or a portion of the $404-million Northwest Transmission Line.
Woman welcomes winter

Woman welcomes winter

During The Citizen's coffee chat Tuesday at Books & Co. a former northerner who recently returned to Prince George raised eyebrows as she expressed her fondness for wicked, wintry days that drive so many to distraction.

Last chance to give input into HST panel

The deadline is fast approaching to provide input to a B.C. government-appointed panel that is putting together an analysis of the harmonized sales compared to returning to the province's former tax system. The last day to provide input is Friday.

No more 'horror stories':One-stop breast health clinic helps northern B.C. patients. 990

By Pamela Fayerman Postmedia News PRINCE GEORGE, B.C. - Until recently, a breast cancer diagnosis for someone living in the rural areas surrounding this northern B.C. city was not only terrifying, but a huge inconvenience.
Woman welcomes winter

Woman welcomes winter

During The Citizen's coffee chat Tuesday at Books & Co. a former northerner who recently returned to Prince George raised eyebrows as she expressed her fondness for wicked, wintry days that drive so many to distraction.
Baldy Hughes executive director gone

Baldy Hughes executive director gone

Baldy Hughes Addiction Treatment Centre and Therapeutic Community executive director Marshall Smith has left his position, effective Thursday. Former Baldy Hughes director Tom Sentes confirmed Smith had left the facility.

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City planning director heading for Ontario

City director of planning and development Grant Bain will be leaving his post with the city on March 18. Bain will be taking an equivalent position with the City of Kingston, Ontario on March 28.