Local News

The City of Prince George agreed to borrow $4.6 million this week to cover two capital projects that got the go-ahead from local voters via the Alternate Approval Process.

Sacred Heart elementary school has received a $1,000 grant to make improvements to its organic garden.

B.C.'s forestry watchdog has given forest companies and B.C. Timber Sales good marks for protecting important scenic areas east of Prince George.

CNC and the Prince George African Heritage Society are teaming up to present a number of events during the 13th annual Black History Month Celebration in February.

Five people were arrested at the Grand Trunk Inn in Vanderhoof for possession and trafficking a controlled substance in the early-morning hours of Jan. 23.

Kelly Nordin is beefing up the steaks in his downtown investment. Delays in a massive renovation project at The Keg Restaurant have been sorted out, said owner Nordin, and construction plans are now on a firm schedule with a bigger dollar figure.

Invest in northern British Columbia transportation projects that are critical to growing the economy driven by the emerging gateway between North America and Asia.

Two females and one male were arrested for possession and trafficking cocaine at a residence located in the 300 block of Lewis Drive in Quesnel at about 10 p.m. Monday. The three Quesnel residents will will appear in provincial court on Feb. 8.

Twice is nice when it comes to giving a million thanks to Citizen readers. Starting this Monday, the newspaper is rolling out Thanks a Million, a new contest with two ways to play and win.

A youth ran for his life Tuesday night when a stranger on the street pulled a seven-inch, hunting type knife, according to initial reports. The incident happened on Porter Avenue just after 10 p.m.