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New report blame for Mt. Polley dam breach lies with the Ministry of Mines
BC’s Auditor General Carol Bellringer’s assessment of the Ministry of Mining and Energy’s compliance and enforcement operations is withering.“Almost all of our expectations for a robust compliance and enforcement...
New report blame for Mt. Polley dam breach lies with the Ministry of Mines
BC’s Auditor General Carol Bellringer’s assessment of the Ministry of Mining and Energy’s compliance and enforcement operations is withering.“Almost all of our expectations for a robust compliance and enforcement...
BC’s Auditor General slams lack of enforcement in mining industry
After two years of review, BC’s Auditor General says BC’s mining sector is severely lacking in enforcement and compliance.“We concluded that the Ministry of Energy and Mines and the...
CASEY aiming to end Sexual Abuse in the North
One group is headed all over the North to prevent the sexual exploitation of children.The "Communities Against Sexual Exploitation of Youth," or "CASEY," wants kids to be safe. It's...
Cullen calling out Trudeau on Promised Oil Tanker Ban
Skeena - Bulkley Valley MP Nathan Cullen is calling out the Prime Minister on his promised North Coast oil tanker ban.It seems Trudeau is having second-thoughts about the moratorium...
Fifth straight year UNBC named one of Canada’s Greenest Employers
Canada's Top 100 Employers has again called UNBC one of the Greenest places to work.Thanks to things like a biomass facility providing 80% of campuses heat, this is...
Provincial grant keeping dangerous plants away
The Northwest Invasive Plant Council will keep the area weed-free with a little help from the Province.The Council received $294,000 to raise awareness of invasive plants and to survey...
MLA Bond defends TPP
Jobs, Tourism, and Skills Training Minister, Prince George-Valemount MLA, Shirley Bond again told Victoria the benefits of the Trans-Pacific Partnership.She says it'll give forestry a big boost, especially in...
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Jennifer Derbyshire “Safe and Sound”
41-year-old Jennifer Derbyshire of Smithers is okay.In an email, North District RCMP Media Corporal Dave Tyreman says “Jennifer has...
Hamblin goes to Dallas at 18th
Ruth Hamblin will her start her professional career in Texas.Hamblin was taken 18th overall (2nd Round, 6th pick) by...
Provincial Health Officer declares public health emergency in response to increasing drug overdoses
A public health emergency has been declared in response to a steady rise in drug overdoses in BC.Provincial Health...
Houston’s Ruth Hamblin at WNBA draft tonight
Houstonite Ruth Hamblin will learn where the next step of her professional career will be at tonight’s WNBA draft.Draftsite.com...
Province to enhance resources for women in the trades
The province is trying to encourage women to enter the skilled trades a pair of partnerships.The province is...
BC Hydro awards Site C turbine/generator contract
Despite lingering protests against it, the Site C project hit another milestone today.BC Hydro has awarded German firm Voith...
BC political parties raise millions in 2015
Elections BC has released its annual disclosure of campaign financing.The BC Liberal party raised $9.9 million last year, with...
Taxpayers Federation blasting Province for Off Road Vehicle Registration
The Canadian Taxpayers Federation is slamming the Provincial government's new off-road vehicle registration system.BC Director Jordan Bateman says it's...
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City Council headed to UBCM convention next week
Prince George City Council and City Staff will be in Victoria next week, attending the Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) Convention.The annual convention allows the opportunity for local governments from around the province to come together and take a united position on provincial and federal policies.Â
Canada Post to send new contract offers to union
With a planned return to the table, the postal company has asked the union to amend its strike action and deliver the unaddressed flyers (Neighbourhood Mail).
Hartley’s Sports Shorts; Thursday, September 18th
MLB: Tampa Bay Rays 2 Toronto Blue Jays 1The box score is here.The two teams complete a 4-game series today (Thursday 10:10 AM PT) in Tampa.
City Council taking CrossRoads Owner’s letter to Premier
Prince George City Council will be taking a letter from the owners of CrossRoads with them when they meet with Premier David Eby. At tonight's (Wednesday) meeting, City Council voted on sharing the letter with Eby and other relevant Provincial Ministers when it comes to public safety.Â
Hockey sticks to hit the pavement at this weekend’s HockeyFest
The CN Centre will be packed with hockey action, with the HockeyFest Street Hockey Tournament this weekend.
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