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PG Announces 2016 Winter Festival

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Prince George will be marking the one year anniversary of the Canada Winter Games with a big celebration. In February, the city and Tourism PG will hold a ten day...

YXS to Increase Fees in the New Year

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The airport improvement fee and price of parking will be climbing at YXS in the new year. The move is in response to a funding gap that Prince George...

PG Chamber of Commerce Reviews 2015

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It was a big year for business in Prince George. The city's Chamber of Commerce hosted 36 networking, marketing and educational events throughout the year, as well as organizing the...

CN Centre Celebrates Incredible 2015

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The CN Centre enjoyed an unforgettable 2015. Events like the Canada Games and Cirque de Soleil were complemented with a big concert lineup. "Uncharacteristically, we had quite a busy...

SD57 Reflects on 2015

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School Board Trustees are looking back on the year that was. While funding for ageing buildings continues to be an issue, 2015 saw the development of a new committee...

Cariboo Cougars to defend Mac’s Title

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After a stunning double-overtime win on New Year's Day 2015, the Cariboo Cougars are heading back to Calgary to defend their title at the Mac's Midget Tournament. Team Staff...

Canadian Tire Expands Recall on Christmas Lights

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Canadian tire is expanding a recall of Christmas lights. The "Holiday Collection" Brand Christmas lights may pose a fire hazard. There's been one report from a person who received a minor...

PG RCMP Locate Missing Teenager

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The search for a missing teenager is over. Two weeks after he was initially reported missing, Prince George RCMP say Aaron Mickey has been found safe. On Tuesday December 8th, 2015,...

PG Fire Department Warns of Holiday Fire Risk

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The Prince George Fire Department is dreaming of an uneventful Christmas. Over the last four years, December has been the...

PG Senior Charged with Drug Trafficking in the Yukon

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A Prince George man has been charged with drug trafficking in the Yukon. 61 year old John Dragos was...

Food for Fare nets 400lbs in donations for the Salvation Army

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The city is celebrating another fruitful year for Prince George`s Food for Fare program. Over three days last week, residents...

PG Airport Gives the Gift of Travel Tips

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The Prince George Airport Authority is circulating travel tips for everyone heading home for the holidays. They're advising travelers...

PG Group aims to Save the Roll-A-Dome

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The owners of Prince George's Roll-A-Dome are looking to sell. The land occupied by the facility is worth an...

PG Doctors Celebrate “A GP for Me” Success

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With the Province's "A GP for Me" initiative coming to an end, Prince George doctors are celebrating the success...

Purden Renews Operating Agreement with the Province

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A major Skiing and Snowboarding destination in the North is secure for the next three decades. The BC Government has...

PG Reflects on 100th Anniversary Celebrations

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As Prince George nears the end of its 100th anniversary, the city is looking back at a year full...
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