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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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.

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.

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Darin’s Sports Shorts; Sunday, July 6th

Hartley's Sports Shorts Darin Bain - July 6, 2025

Recap of Saturday's sports.

Some Northern Interior Health Unit services moving next year

Health Care Darin Bain - July 5, 2025

Northern Health's Northern Interior Health Unit (NIHU) will be making a move in spring 2026. According to Northern Health, the current NIHU building will be deconstructed after the move to make space for the tower.

Traveling with pets? Keep them secured, says ICBC and BC SPCA

Community Darin Bain - July 5, 2025

ICBC and the BC SPCA are reminding drivers of the importance of keeping four-legged passengers secure this summer.

Darin’s Sports Shorts; Saturday, July 5th

Hartley's Sports Shorts Darin Bain - July 5, 2025

A recap of yesterday's sports.

Area restriction around Pocket Knife Creek fire rescinded

Wildfires Darin Bain - July 4, 2025

The BC Wildfire Service is rescinding the area restriction order surrounding the Pocket Knife Creek Wildfire. This will take effect tomorrow (Saturday) at noon. The area restriction was originally put in place on May 31st.