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Brendan Pawliw

Since moving to Prince George in 2015, Brendan has covered local sports including the WHL’s Prince George Cougars, Prince George Spruce Kings, UNBC Timberwolves, Cariboo Cougars AAA, and Northern Capitals U18 female hockey teams. Career highlights include play-by-play during the Spruce Kings' BCHL championship runs in 2018 and 2019, including the Doyle Cup win. He also covered the 2019 National Junior A Championship, the 2017 Telus Cup, the 2022 World Women’s Curling Championship, and the 2022 BC Summer Games. Brendan is the news voice on 94.3 The Goat and Country 97 FM, reporting on crime, real estate, labour, and environmental issues. Outside of work, he officiates box lacrosse and fastball, sits on the Prince George Sports Hall of Fame board, and co-hosts the Hockey North podcast.
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PG, like many other BC cities, experiences a decline in Crime Severity Index

Crime Brendan Pawliw -
Prince George's Crime Severity Index dropped by 14% in 2024 according to Stats Canada. The index came in at 199.83 last year, down from 232 in 2023.

Aldergrove man charged with impaired driving following fatal crash on Highway 97

RCMP Brendan Pawliw -
Police say the crash killed a 42-year-old man from Chemainus (Vancouver Island) while a 38-year-old Aldergrove man was taken into custody for impaired operation of a motor vehicle. “Police need your help locating more witnesses to this collision, and dash-camera video would be helpful,” said Corporal Michael McLaughlin with BC Highway Patrol.

Quesnel Search & Rescue called out to Bowron Lake Chain

Community Brendan Pawliw -
SARS Manager, Director, Bob Holowenko said they had an opportunity to participate in the Billy Barker Days Parade Saturday morning (July 19) and while they were in the process of lining up to show off our team, we ended up getting a call out.

Update: Highway 97 crash between Quesnel and Hixon claims a life

RCMP Brendan Pawliw -
Drive BC reported that Highway 97 in that area was closed for a few hours, however, unconfirmed reports suggest the highway has since re-opened.

BC sees 66 per cent spike in shoplifting in last decade: Save Our Streets

Crime Brendan Pawliw -
In 2023, London Drugs President and COO Clint Mahlman, who is also part of Save Our Streets, noted their Parkwood Place location in Prince George had one of the highest crime rates ranking in the top five for loss.

Outlying areas near PG under severe thunderstorm warning

Weather Brendan Pawliw -
A severe thunderstorm is located just northwest of Firth Lake east of Highway 97 and is moving eastward at 20 km/h. The thunderstorm will not affect the city of Prince George.

Don’t take the bait: PG RCMP offers preventive strategies to avoid being scammed

RCMP Brendan Pawliw -
The Prince George RCMP are reminding you not to take the bait the next time you receive a fake email, phone call or text messages from fraudulent companies or people.

BC First Nations baulk at proposed pipeline project from Alberta Premier

Politics Brendan Pawliw -
The Coastal First Nations-Great Bear Initiative said there is no pipeline or oil tanker project that would be acceptable to their group, adding any proposal to ship crude oil through their coastal waters is a “non-starter.” 

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PG’s Jason Zazelenchuk misses podium at Judo National Championship in Hawaii

Sports Brendan Pawliw -
Jason Zazelenchuk of Northern Capital Judo Club placed fifth in Senior Men +200lbs (losing the bronze) and 7th place in Senior Men Open Division, which consisted of 21 competitors. 

PG RCMP investigating suspicious fire at weigh scale; BCGEU eyeing safety concerns

RCMP Brendan Pawliw -
Emergency responders received a report of flames coming from the CVSE office located at the weigh scale. Officers arrived on scene shortly after and gathered evidence to suggest the fire was intentionally set. 

UHNBC says obstetrical service coverage gaps for high-risk pregnancies likely to come in August

Health Care Brendan Pawliw -
The health authority noted residents who are pregnant and greater than 20 weeks into their pregnancy, are eligible for medical services at the Labour and Delivery Department at UHNBC. 

Nine drowning deaths occurred in Northern Health in 2024: Coroners Service

Health Care Brendan Pawliw -
The document states 98 drowning deaths occurred province-wide in 2024, a decline of 18% when compared to 2023.  In total, our health authority tallied nine fatalities from accidental drowning last year. 

Mother Nature aiding in wildfire suppression across PG Fire Centre

Wildfires Brendan Pawliw -
91% of current wildfires in our area have been lightning-caused. So far this year, 708,838 hectares has burned within the Prince George Fire Centre.

PG MLA’s named to special parliamentary committee

Politics Brendan Pawliw -
The committee includes Prince George-Mackenzie rep Kiel Giddens and Rosalyn Bird of PG-Valemount, both of whom are flying the Conservative banner.   The special committee accepts written submissions from interested individuals or organizations until September 19th at 2pm. 

PG fire crews douse structure blaze in the Hart

Fire Brendan Pawliw -
The fire is under investigation and the dollar loss is estimated at $75,000. There were no injuries to civilians or fire personnel at this incident.

Kady Dandeneau takes her place on UNBC Timberwolves Wall of Honour

UNBC Timberwolves Brendan Pawliw -
Dandeneau concluded her career in Green and Gold with 983 points and 407 rebounds, both good for second in program history, as well as 147 assists (7th). However, beyond the numbers, her legacy will stand the test of time. Fire. Leadership. Talent. Will. A true Timberwolf.
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PG boy battling cancer up for Toddler of the Year

Community
Two-year-old Mavrik's spirits continue to be high during his fight with cancer, now being nominated Toddler of the Year.

Hartley’s Sports Shorts; Friday, July 25th

Hartley's Sports Shorts
BC Football Conference: The Prince George Kodiaks play their first road game of the season this weekend in the BC Football Conference (BCFC) when they visit the Kamloops Broncos Saturday night at 6:00.

Update: Three trapped workers at northwest B.C. mine successfully rescued

Provincial
It’s unclear how long the rescue operation will take for three workers who have been trapped underground at a northwest B.C. mine since Tuesday morning.

PG, like many other BC cities, experiences a decline in Crime Severity Index

Crime
Prince George's Crime Severity Index dropped by 14% in 2024 according to Stats Canada. The index came in at 199.83 last year, down from 232 in 2023.

B.C. special investigators on scene after three found dead in Maple Ridge

Provincial
B.C.’s police watchdog is investigating an incident in Maple Ridge that left three people dead Wednesday night.

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