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BC Conservatives’ troubles leaving important issues out of focus: Bond
BC Conservative Party Leader John Rustad said he wouldn't be stepping down as the party's leader yesterday (Wednesday), despite calls from now former caucus members and the Party's management committee.
Updated: College Heights area power restored, multiple smaller outages remain due to wind storm
Around 3,000 BC Hydro customers in Prince George are without power this morning (Thursday) as strong winds are pounding much of the area.According to BC Hydro, crews are investigating a large outage in the College Heights area, affecting 2,975 customers.
City makes initial “kicks” to join e-scooter pilot
Prince George City Council took the next steps in participating in the province's Electric Kick Scooter Pilot Project.At this week's meeting, City Council gave the firs three readings to amend the City's Highways Bylaw to acknowledge the province's new regulation of "e-scooter" under the Motor Vehicle Act.
Overall approach failing, Downtown PG President tells Public Safety Committee
Prince George's Standing Committee on Public Safety held their October meeting at City Hall yesterday. (Tuesday)The meeting started with an update from Councillor Kyle Sampson, who sits on the Intergovernmental Affairs committee, outlining how City Council advocates to the other levels of government.
“Buckingham Palace or Bust” Mayor extending Royal invitation
Prince George in Prince George? Mayor Simon Yu is hoping to make it happen.
One resident under court order remains in Moccasin Flats, Public Safety Committee hears
Only one resident named in the court order allowing the City to close Moccasin Flats remains in the encampment. That comes from the City's Director of Administrative Services Eric Depenau at this afternoon's (Tuesday) Standing Committee on Public Safety meeting.
City Council gives final approval to updated Official Community Plan
Prince George City Council gave the final approval to the City's updated Official Community Plan (OCP) bylaw at last night's (Monday) meeting. This followed more than two years of public consultation and engagement with residents and community groups.
City shifting garbage collection to Tuesday through Saturday during RDFFG job action
The City of Prince George is adjusting its residential garbage collection schedule to ensure services continue during ongoing strike action by Regional District staff. The Foothills Boulevard Regional Landfill is now operating under essential service hours.
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City Council orders nuisance activities stop at Quentin Avenue property
Prince George City Council took action to address a nuisance property at tonight's (Monday) meeting. According to a staff report to Council, the property, located at 4235 Quentin Avenue, has been the subject of 25 calls for service from Bylaw Services, as well as 19 visits from the RCMP since July 2024.
LISTEN: Hartley’s Cat Scan with Mark Lamb – October 20th, 2025
Welcome to Hartley’s Cat Scan!This is a weekly podcast featuring the ‘who’s who’ of the Prince George Cougars.Hartley’s guest this week is Cougars head coach and general manager Mark Lamb.
48 building permits issued in September
The City of Prince George had a strong September for building permit values.According to a report being presented to City Council at tomorrow's (Monday) meeting, the City issued 48 building permits last month, worth a combined $8.9 million.
BMI Group acquires former Mackenzie Paper Mill
The BMI Group has acquired the former Mackenzie Paper Mill. The 885-acre property, which includes about 345,000 square feet of industrial buildings and direct rail access, will be re-established as Willmarck Mackenzie.
Spruce Kings come out on top in high scoring tilt with Clippers
967 fans at Kopar Memorial Arena were treated to a high-scoring affair last night (Saturday) as the Prince George Spruce Kings picked up a 7-5 win over the Nanaimo Clippers.
Cougars score six in third period to stun Tri-City
The Prince George Cougars scored in bunches in a 9-3 win over the Tri-City Americans last night. (Saturday)The Cougars opened the game with a quick burst of three goals in the first six minutes of the game.
Darin’s Sports Shorts; Sunday, October 19th
Recap of local and national sports.
Part of Carney Street to be closed Thursday
Some drivers will have to find an alternate route if they take Carney Street tomorrow. (Thursday)Carney Street will be closed to vehicle traffic 2nd Avenue to the River Road and 1st Avenue intersection tomorrow for emergency water utility work.
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Rural and remote entrepreneurs to get $100 million boost through Community Futures
Entrepreneurs in rural and remote communities will have an opportunity to kickstart their business.
Zach’s Sports Shorts; Saturday, October 25th
The Prince George Cougars continue their strong start to the season, picking up a 6-3 victory over the Seattle Thunderbirds.
Cougars gobble up Thunderbirds of prey; skate to 6-3 win
PG improves to 8-3-0-0 on the season while Seattle drops to 4-7-0-0.
Chiefs snap eight-game skid with emphatic win over rival Spruce Kings
PG continues its weekend road trip tomorrow (Saturday) with an evening tilt against the Surrey Eagles (0-10-0-0) at 7pm from the South Surrey Arena.
Province rolls out updated flu and COVID-19 vaccines for fall
B.C. officials say it’s time to roll up your sleeves as we enter the fall virus season.
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