Darin Bain

Darin is a news reporter for Vista Radio's Prince George stations. His career started in the Cariboo in 2020, working as a News Reporter in both 100 Mile House and Williams Lake before making the move to Prince George in late 2021.

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PHOTOS: Day one of the Special Olympics BC Summer Games

local sports Darin Bain - July 11, 2025

Day one of the Special Olympics BC Summer Games is in the books. Nearly 900 athletes braved a rainy day in Prince George as they took part in ten sports today (Friday), with the action continuing tomorrow.

Special Olympics Athlete Ambassador continuing to compete in new sports

local sports Darin Bain - July 11, 2025

Special Olympics means trying new things for local athlete Chase Caron. Caron is competing in basketball this weekend, the first time she's competed in the sport for Special Olympics.

Special Olympics Prince George athletes enjoying new sport bocce

local sports Darin Bain - July 11, 2025

Nearly a year after making their debut in the sport, Prince George's Special Olympic athletes are competing in bocce in this year's Special Olympics BC Summer Games. "We started up last year, because we knew we were going to be hosting provincial games here, and we wanted to make sure we had representation from our City," said Special Olympics Prince George Local Coordinator Peter Goudal.

PHOTOS: Special Olympics BC Summer Games officially open

Sports Darin Bain - July 10, 2025

The Special Olympics BC Summer Games are officially underway in Prince George. The opening ceremonies were held at the CN Centre tonight (Thursday), as the City welcomes nearly 900 athletes to the City to compete in ten sports.

OCP coming back to the Council with reports on proposed changes

City of Prince George Darin Bain - July 10, 2025

Prince George City Council will take the next steps on the Official Community Plan (OCP) at Monday's meeting. This comes after public hearings that were held on March 19th and April 9th, where the public had opportunity to comment on a draft OCP.

Special Olympics BC Summer Games start today

Sports Darin Bain - July 10, 2025

Today is the day that's been several months in the making, the Special Olympics BC Summer Games get underway in Prince George today. (Thursday) "This is a very memorable moment for us, we haven't had a Summer Game here in Prince George before, we've had a couple of the Winter ones, so everybody's excited," said Local Coordinator of Special Olympics Prince George Peter Goudal.

Torch Run to kick off Special Olympics BC Games

Community Darin Bain - July 9, 2025

Prince George drivers will have a bit extra to be on the lookout for tomorrow (Wednesday) as the Law Enforcement Torch Run is taking place. "This is kind of the kick off event to the Special Olympics Summer Games here in Prince George," said Cpl. Jennifer Cooper.

City launching update for Active Transportation Plan

City of Prince George Darin Bain - July 8, 2025

The City of Prince George is launching an update to its Active Transportation Plan, and is inviting feedback from residents. According to the City, the updated plan will guide the development of infrastructure and programs which support safer, more accessible, and more convenient travel options for people of all ages and abilities.

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RCMP looking to identify suspects in repeated vandalism investigation

Crime Darin Bain - July 8, 2025

The Prince George RCMP are looking to identify suspects in an investigation into repeated vandalism at a residence on the 100-block of McQueen Crescent. According to police, the initial investigation began in late May, when unidentified suspects threw a rock through the front window of the home, and spray painted the front with orange spray paint.

Cougars sign Souch to WHL deal

PG Cougars Darin Bain - July 7, 2025

The Prince George Cougars have signed newly acquired forward Brock Souch to a WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement. The Cougars picked up Souch in a trade with the Regina Pats last week, in exchange for a fifth-round pick in 2029.

RCMP investigating hit-and-run that sent two cyclists to hospital

Crime Darin Bain - July 7, 2025

The Prince George RCMP is currently investigating a pedestrian involved hit-and-run that occurred near the intersection of North Ospika Boulevard and McRae Avenue at around 9:00 this morning. (Monday)

Special Olympics Week declared in Prince George

Community Darin Bain - July 7, 2025

A large, excited crowd gathered at Prince George City Hall this morning (Monday), as Mayor Simon Yu declared this week as Special Olympics Week in the City. "This is the moment we've been waiting for for quite some time," Yu said.

Gysbers joining Timberwolves Wall of Honour

UNBC Timberwolves Darin Bain - July 7, 2025

Cody Gysbers is the first inductee on the UNBC Timberwolves Wall of Honour for 2025. Gysbers committed to the Timberwolves' Men's Soccer program in April 2016 as a graduate of Reynolds Secondary in Victoria.

Grizzly bear attack west of Fort Nelson leaves one with non-life-threatening injuries

Fish & Wildlife Darin Bain - July 6, 2025

The BC Conservation Officer Service says a grizzly bear attack near Fort Nelson left one man with non-life-threatening injuries. According to a Facebook post from the Conservation Officer Service, the attack took place at 11:00 this morning near a remote, fly-in location approximately 110 kilometres west of Fort Nelson, where a group was working in the area.

Final touches being made for Special Olympics BC Games

Sports Darin Bain - July 6, 2025

With a flag raising Monday, a Torch Run on Wednesday, an opening ceremony on Thursday, and competitions on Friday and Saturday, the Special Olympics BC Games are set to bring plenty of excitement to Prince George this week.