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An avalanche near Tumbler Ridge has claimed the life of a snowmobiler from Alberta. The location of the avalanche at Albright Ridge is known to be an alpine area used by a small number of experienced snowmobilers, RCMP Insp.

A 46-year-old Cache Creek transport truck driver was charged with failing to yield following a two-vehicle incident Monday on Highway 97 South at Railway Road.

The Prince George SPCA will continue to act as the city's animal pound. City council heard at their public meeting on Monday, that a contract had been agreed upon between the municipality and the animal welfare society.

A University of B.C. professor is coming to Prince George to talk about the importance of investing in children at an early age. Professor Paul Kershaw says the 30-per-cent of B.C.

B.C. Liberal leadership candidate Kevin Falcon received a big northern boost Monday with the endorsement of senior cabinet ministers Shirley Bond and Pat Bell.

Depending on the city's generosity, CBC television personality Rick Mercer could be paying a visit to UNBC.

B.C. Liberal leadership candidate Moira Stillwell boldly introduced health care reform into the campaign today, saying in Prince George the province must have a discussion on the role of private health care.

The Port of Prince Rupert's container terminal has been ranked as the fastest growing in North America and No. 8 in the world as part of independent marine consulting firm Drewry Publishing's annual container port overview.

The FrancoFun Festival offers a week-long celebration of winter with a number of activities for all ages. Le Cercle des Canadiens Franais 26th annual event is on from Saturday through Feb. 5 at different locations around the city of Prince George.

British Columbia pulp producers, including northern B.C.-producers Canfor Pulp, West Fraser and Tembec, have reached a deal with CN and Squamish Terminals to improve the worldwide export of pulp.