Author Archive
Back-to-school road safety a team effort between drivers, parents and students
The Prince George RCMP is reminding drivers, parents and students alike of several safety tips as we head towards the return to the classroom.Â
Connector event brings Prince George’s Social Service Providers together
Many of the social service providers converged in Veteran’s Plaza outside of Prince George City Hall today (Thursday) to connect with each other. The event was first brought forward to Prince George City Council in July as a notice of motion by Councillors Kyle Sampson and Brian Skakun.Â
Prince George Mounties back on the lookout for Trevor Alexis
The Prince George RCMP is on the lookout for 33-year-old Trevor Lyndon Alexis.
Man convicted of manslaughter in March 2023 investigation
The Prince George RCMP say a man has been convicted in the 2023 manslaughter of Davis Smith. According to police, a decision was handed down in the B.C. Supreme Court on August 19th, convicting 32-year-old Dakota Rayn Keewatin of manslaughter.Â
Indigenous-led wind power project near Hixon among ten purchase agreements accepted by B.C. Utilities Commission
The British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) accepted 10 energy purchase agreements between BC Hydro and proponents of its 2024 call for clean or renewable electricity.This includes a wind farm project near Hixon being led by the Lheidli T'enneh First Nation and Ecoener Energie Canada, Inc.
B.C. Government providing funding for francophone initiatives
The B.C. Government is investing $250,000 to support six non-profits in delivering initiatives reflecting the needs and priorities of the province's francophone communities. "This year's recipients highlight the strength and creativity of francophone organizations across British Columbia," said Minister Responsible for Francophone Affairs Adrian Dix.
Cougars back on the ice for Training Camp this weekend
A sure sign that summer is winding down, the Prince George Cougars will be back on the ice this week. The team announced rosters and schedules for the team's 2025 Training Camp, which will be taking place at the CN Centre this weekend.Â
BC Transit enables digital validation for BC Bus Pass users
Transit users in Prince George will have another option for paying for their ride. BC Transit and the Province announced that effective September 1st, BC Buss Pass products are enabled for contactless tap validation in transit systems that operate Umo digital payments.Â
<p>
Huble Homestead celebrating the spud with Potato Festival
Huble Homestead will be wrapping up the summer season with the annual Potato Festival this weekend. "We've been growing several heritage varieties in our garden over the last few months, we'll be harvesting them later this week and they'll be for sale this weekend," said Executive Director Krystal Leason.Â
Toxic drug alert issued for Prince George
Northern Health has issued a Toxic Drug Alert for Prince George.According to the Health Authority, a pressed pill sold as oxycodone tested positive for flourofentanyl (fentanyl analogue) and bromazalom (benzo).
Kodiaks finish first half of the season with a win over Kamloops
The Prince George Kodiaks have closed out their first half of the season with a winning record, thanks to a 31-12 win over the Kamloops Broncos last night. (Saturday)It was a bit of a rough start offensively for the Kodiaks at Hillside Stadium, fumbling close to the Broncos goal line.Â
Darin’s Sports Shorts, Sunday, August 24th
Recap of local and national sports.
PG’s new Manager of Bylaw Services enjoying new role so far
Prince George's new Manager of Bylaw Services was introduced to the City's Standing Committee on Public Safety. Kent MacNeill has been in the role for around a month now.
City Council gives final approval for increasing Heritage Commission membership size
Prince George City Council gave final reading to and adopted a bylaw expanding the number of members for the Prince George Heritage Commission at this week's meeting.
Hospice aiming to sell 1,000 Dream Home tickets for Dream Big for Hospice Day
Today (Wednesday) is one of the biggest days of the year for the Prince George Hospice Palliative Care Society. Today is the annual Dream Big for Hospice Day, in which Hospice aims to sell 1,000 dream home lottery tickets in 12 hours.Â
Downtown PG hopes to have security camera pilot project up and running by winter
Prince George's security camera pilot project in the downtown area could be coming online this year. During today's (Tuesday) Standing Committee on Public Safety, Downtown PG Executive Director Chrisie Berry provided a brief update on the project.Â
Now playing
Now playing
- Advertisement -
Latest News
Prince George and surrounding area under Special Air Quality Statement
A Special Air Quality Statement has been put in place for Prince George and the surrounding area.
Theatre Northwest bringing classic board game and film to stage
Fans of murder mystery, comedy, and music can look forward to Theatre Northwest's upcoming play.
Zach’s Sports Shorts; Saturday, August 30th
The Prince George Kodiaks are in Nanaimo, taking on the Vancouver Island Raiders tonight at 5:30.
B.C. receives first payout of $936M in landmark tobacco settlement
British Columbia has received its first payment as part of a major tobacco settlement with provinces, territories and former smokers.Â
PG Spruce Kings getting season ready with training camp
The Prince George Spruce Kings have begun their Main Camp ahead of the 2025-26 BCHL Season.
<p>
- Advertisement -
</p>
