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Emergency responders burning out, Ambulance Paramedics Association of BC president says
The Ambulance Paramedics Association of BC (APBC) says the mental health crisis continues it’s having a lasting impact on the service’s members. According to the union, approximately 30 per cent of their members (including paramedics and dispatchers) are either off work battling mental health or are still continuing to work while receiving treatment. Â
Experts call on residents to help map B.C.’s biodiversity this long weekend
British Columbians heading out into nature or just relaxing in their backyards this long weekend can use their phones to help collect data on the plants and animals they see.Â
B.C. man gets $1M fine, 6 years in jail for illegal sea cucumber harvesting
A British Columbia man faces a more than $1 million fine and six years in jail for the illegal harvest and sale of sea cucumbers.Â
Heat warnings issued for many parts of B.C.
Heat warnings are in place for multiple parts of British Columbia, with temperatures expected to reach up to 37 degrees Celsius in some regions.
Laura Secord, Nutriart chocolate recalled for undeclared peanut
Recalls have been issued for several chocolate products sold in British Columbia and other provinces, due to an undeclared peanut.
Comox search and rescue aircraft perform night rescue near Fort Nelson
An injured horseback rider was rescued in a remote area of Northeastern BC by search and rescue aircraft from Comox on Vancouver Island.The incident took place late Tuesday evening in the wilderness 185 km east of Fort Nelson.
Measles cases reported in B.C. this year top 100
B.C.’s health officials have said 102 cases of measles have been reported across B.C. so far this year, with most of those in the Northern Health region.
Surprise visit brings big smiles to boy battling cancer in Quesnel
A young man battling eye cancer received a surprise visit over the Canada Day long weekend by a car club and motorcycle club in Quesnel.
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Single Rollover in Quesnel Claims Life of One Man
RCMP found a 61-year-old man unconscious in the driver’s seat of the SUV. Police and paramedics on the scene attempted life-saving measures, but the man tragically succumbed to his injuries, and police were unable to resuscitate him.
Residents can leave feedback on CleanBC initiative using survey
The B.C. government wants your thoughts on its plan to lower emissions by filling in a survey.On Monday, the...
Loader fire doused in Quesnel
The Quesnel Fire Department was called to the scene of a loader that had caught fire at the Silva Gro Nursery chip manufacturing site on Lear Road.
Clinton RCMP looking for witnesses to weekend collision
Clinton RCMP is seeking witnesses following a serious multi-vehicle collision over the weekend.Police said on Sunday (June 29) afternoon...
Commercial logging isn’t happening in BC parks; says BC Minister
When it comes to commercial logging, BC parks are off-limits.In a letter to the Ancient Forest Alliance and Endangered...
BC Hydro urges customers to be alert following recent fraud scams
BC Hydro urges you to be alert following a big jump in Hydro fraud scams last month.May saw 60...
Health officials urge vaccination as Northern Health reports 8 active measles cases
The highly contagious disease, measles, is continuing to spread across northeastern B.C. The Northern Health region is experiencing eight reported...
New agreements & discussions made during Asia trade mission
Agreements were reached, and meetings were held during Premier Eby’s trade mission to Asia.BC Premier David Eby departed for...
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Prince George RCMP seeking woman wanted for failing to comply with release order
The Prince George RCMP are on the lookout for 36-year-old Kristina Marie Randahl. According to police, she is wanted on an unendorsed warrant for two counts of failing to comply with a release order.Â
Smoke still persistent in PG and parts of northern B.C.
Smoky skies remain in Prince George and parts of northern B.C. today (Wednesday), with it forecast to carry over to tomorrow.
No critical injuries after incident with B.C. Wildfire Service helicopter
Officials said there were no critical injuries after a B.C. Wildfire Service helicopter made a “forced landing” near Pemberton late Wednesday morning.Â
Union, industry leaders push for Canadian-built ferries as summit wraps
The head of a union representing close to 5,000 ferry workers in British Columbia says he is optimistic about the future of shipbuilding in the province after attending this week’s “Made in Canada” summit.
Late-summer heat wave results in seasonal August for PG
The average temperature in Prince George was 15.6 degrees, a half-degree above what we normally see for this time of year.
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