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Province invests in better pedestrian, cyclist infrastructure for northern B.C.
Residents from six northern communities will benefit from new and improved pedestrian and cycling infrastructure. The Province’s Active Transportation Grants program is helping rebuild British Columbia’s economy out of the COVID-19 pandemic and meeting CleanBC climate goals. “People throughout B.C. have a real appetite for safe, alternative ways of getting around,” said Claire Trevena, Minister of…
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B.C. begins next phase of safe restart plan…
British Columbians are taking the next step in BC’s Restart Plan with a gradual transition to Phase 3, including the safe and respectful return of travel and tourism within the province. “Thanks to the hard work and sacrifice of British Columbians, and under the guidance of the provincial health officer, we are now entering Phase…
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Rising river levels in the Fraser…
PRINCE GEORGE, BC: Rising water levels in the Fraser River have prompted City staff to reach out to residents of Farrell Street to advise them of the possibility of flooding. According to the BC River Forecast Centre, river levels on the Fraser River are at about 9.0 metres with the river forecast to rise to…
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Arson investigation leads to charges…
DAWSON CREEK, BC: A Dawson Creek male is facing arson charges after a fire at Walmart last week… Police say on June 15 at 9:10 PM, officers were called to Walmart to assist the Dawson Creek Fire Department. Upon arrival, officers learned a person intentionally set fire to items in the back of the store. Investigation…
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Ended… Thunderstorm Watch in effect…JUNE 20
There is the potential for severe thunderstorms late this afternoon and all evening for the Prince George, Quesnel and Williams Lake regions. Conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms that may be capable of producing large hail and heavy rain. Thunderstorms are expected to develop over eastern sections of Chilcotin this afternoon and…
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Online Crime Reporting tool…
PRINCE GEORGE, BC: The Prince George Detachment has been participating in an on-line crime reporting pilot project for the last six months and wants to get word out about the service. Since November 20, 2019, the Detachment has been accepting crime reports through this on-line tool, available through the RCMP web site, www.princegeorge.rcmp.ca. From the launch…
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Two arrested following drug investigation last month in Dawson Creek…
DAWSON CREEK, BC: On Saturday, May 23, and the following Saturday, May 30, 2020, the Dawson Creek RCMP executed multiple search warrants at properties located in the 1300-block of 107th Avenue. The warrants were related to active criminal investigations into suspected drug trafficking in the area. During the searches, police seized quantities of substances suspected…
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British Columbians invited to have their say on covid-19 recovery…
British Columbians are invited to share their feedback as the Province continues to build a strong economic recovery that works for people. “The pandemic has been challenging, but our province has already accomplished so much in this fight, thanks to British Columbians. We are at our best when we work together, and that’s how we’re going…
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Male suffers serious injuries after being struck by vehicle…
PRINCE GEORGE, BC: On Wednesday June 17, 2020 at approximately 11:15 AM, the Prince George RCMP received a report of a motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian on the 3800 block of Austin Road in Prince George… Frontline officers and other emergency services attended the scene and found an adult male suffering from serious injuries…
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Drivers reminded to share rural roads with horses, riders…
With the weather heating up and more people enjoying the outdoors, drivers in rural areas are reminded to share the road with others: including horses and their riders. Last year, the government made improvements to signage to alert drivers to use extra caution, allow extra room and be courteous when passing horses and riders in…
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RCMP officer shares personal experiences of racism and discrimination…
Recently, police across Canada, including some of our RCMP officers were asked by the Toronto Star to share their personal experiences and perspectives on the issue of racism and discrimination. You can find a link to the story here: Toronto Star BC RCMP Sergeant Veronica Fox was one of those officers who responded to the request.…
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Added Photos… Saturated land and washouts in B.C. North…
UPDATE: For Monday, the North Peace Region will continue with heavy rain. An additional 15 to 20 mm. We have added some photos from Dawson Creek as the creek is at flood stage. — Environment Canada Details: A long episode of rain, at times heavy, is expected. The ground, already near saturation, has little ability…
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Service enhancements to improve health and safety for all…
As part of the City’s 2020 budget, Council approved important service enhancements aimed at increasing health, well-being, and safety in the community, with a particular emphasis on the downtown area. All of these service enhancements are now being implemented. The Downtown Safe, Clean, and Inclusive Package of service enhancements comprises six areas: Police services have…
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One-year anniversary of homicide sparks public plea…
WILLIAMS LAKE, BC: On June 8, 2019, the Williams Lake RCMP along with Alexis Creek RCMP responded to the Toosey Reserve to assist BC Emergency Health Services for a report North District Major Crimes continues to follow up on every tip… It has been one year since Sabrina Rosette, 33, suffered severe life threatening injuries…
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Health Canada recalls unauthorized hand sanitizers…
Health Canada is advising Canadians that certain hand sanitizers are being recalled from the market because they contain industrial-grade ethanol that has not been authorized for use in hand sanitizers in Canada. The products on the recall list include the following… Eltraderm Hand Sanitizer, Gel 700 Hand Sanitizer, Sanilabs Hand Sanitizer and Walker Emulsions Hand…
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