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  • July 3 Update… Heavy rain forecast for BC North…

    UPDATE 2: As of July 3, a further 20 to 40 mm of rain is expected today and tonight across the BC Peace. A long episode of rain, at times heavy, continues. A further 20 to 40 mm of rain is expected to fall today and tonight over the B.C. Peace River, Fort Nelson, and…

  • Province reduces annual licence fee for taxi industry…

    VICTORIA, BC: Taxi and limousine operators will pay less to keep their vehicles on the road as part of the Province’s ongoing work to support the industry during the COVID-19 pandemic. “We’ve heard from operators and drivers about the impact of COVID-19 on British Columbians who make their living in the taxi industry,” said Claire…

  • Suspect flees from officers following traffic stop…

    PRINCE GEORGE, BC: The investigation continues following the arrest of a Kelowna man found in possession of cash, drugs and a handgun this past weekend. On Saturday June 27th, 2020, at approximately 5:00 PM, frontline officers with the Prince George RCMP executed a traffic stop on Dawson Road in Prince George as a result of…

  • Park accessibility improving in Prince George with new curb drops…

    PRINCE GEORGE, BC: People with mobility challenges now have improved access to Prince George thanks to 10 recently installed curb drops at popular City parks and public spaces. Curb drops do exactly as their name implies and “drop” down to allow easier access for people using mobility devices or who may otherwise have a little…

  • Ended… Severe Thunderstorm WATCH in effect for PG… JUNE 26

    There is a risk for severe thunderstorms around Prince George and Quesnel this afternoon and evening, June 26. Rainfall amount during thunderstorms can range from 10 to 15 mm.

  • Police seek info on vandalism to vehicle…

    FORT ST. JOHN, BC: The RCMP in Fort St. John is asking for the public’s help from a June 5th incident regarding vandalism to a vehicle… Officers received a report that a black Nissan Murano, near the 8500 block of 77th Street, sustained serious damage and a homophobic slur was painted on the vehicle. The Fort…

  • Cries for help lead to woman’s rescue…

    KASLO, BC: Emergency crews were called after a woman’s cries for help were heard early Monday morning by an area resident. On June 22, 2020 at 8:45 AM, Kaslo RCMP responded to a report of a single vehicle motor vehicle incident near Davidson Street, a few kilometers west of Ainsworth, BC. An area resident was…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…