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Masich Place gets new scoreboard…
A new scoreboard is being installed today at Masich Place Stadium, but it is only the most visible indication of work that has been taking place at the Stadium over the winter and early spring. Once construction is finished, the new board will be 24 feet high and 19 feet wide and positioned 12 feet above…
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Peace Villa staff making sure residents and families stay connected…
FORT ST. JOHN, BC: Protecting staff, patients, and long-term care residents is always important to Northern Health. The COVID-19 pandemic has presented additional challenges to this, which is why part of our response has involved changing visiting rules to ensure we’re keeping people safe. Staff at Peace Villa in Fort St. John have been working hard…
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BC State of Emergency extended…
The B.C. government has formally extended the provincial state of emergency, allowing Mike Farnworth, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General, to continue to use extraordinary powers under the Emergency Program Act to support the Province’s COVID-19 pandemic response. “Through this challenging time, British Columbians are leading the way in our efforts to stop the…
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COVID-19 case Update for April 15…Next update is April 17!
The BCCDC has updated their website with a new layout with a user input data tracker. Click here to view the site. Below is April 15 update… Click here to download today’s stats. “We are announcing 44 new cases for a total of 1,561 cases of COVID-19 in British Columbia. “Every health region in British…
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Suspect arrested following several downtown B&E’s…
PRINCE GEORGE, BC: One man remains in custody following a string of investigations into commercial break & enters in the downtown core of Prince George… Just after 6:30 AM on Sunday April 5, 2020, the Prince George RCMP received a report of a commercial alarm at a business on the 300 block of George Street…
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RCMP make arrest in the homicide case of Joy Morris…
VANDERHOOF, BC: Police have made an arrest in the homicide case of Joy Morris… Back on March 9, 2020, officers responded to a check well-being call to a home in Vanderhoof. Upon attendance to the residence, officers located Joy Morris, 62, deceased. The subsequent investigation determined that Ms. Morris’ death was the result of a…
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Police seek shoplifter…
DAWSON CREEK, BC: Police in Dawson Creek are asking for the public’s help in identifying a man who stole a shopping cart full of items from Walmart last week… Police say the shoplifting incident occurred on Wednesday April 8, 2020 at 7:05 PM. An employee spotted the theft and when confronted outside of the business,…
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Single vehicle crash sends one person to hospital…
DAWSON CREEK, BC: A passenger is in serious condition following a single vehicle crash during the overnight on Sunday… Police say just before 2:30 AM, officers were called to the crash scene on the Dangerous Goods Route at Adams Rd. A female passenger suffered serious injuries and was taken to hospital in Dawson Creek. Investigation…
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RCMP Officer uses 3D printer to make PPE for first responders…
MERRITT, BC: It is often said that true innovation comes from necessity and, even during this coronavirus crisis, creativity has found a way to thrive… The need for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) has never been more critical as it is today. All first responders from the medical, to ambulance, fire, and police personnel are in…
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Statement on anniversary of overdose crisis as public health emergency in B.C….
Judy Darcy, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, has released the following statement in recognition of the fourth anniversary of the declaration of the overdose crisis as a public health emergency in British Columbia: “Four years ago, the overdose crisis was declared a public health emergency. Although we have made important progress and many lives…
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COVID-19 case Update for April 13…Next update on April 15!
Today’s statistical information from the BCCDC is not yet available. “Today, we are providing case updates for two 24-hour reporting periods: April 11 to 12, and April 12 through to midday today. “In the first reporting period through April 12, we had 25 new cases, for a total of 1,470 cases in British Columbia. “In the…
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Bringing B.C. music to people while we stay safe at home…
People will now be able to enjoy more music at home, as the Province and Creative BC support musicians impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic with new grants for livestreaming. “Music has the power to lift us up and give us hope in times of crisis,” said Lisa Beare, Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture. “B.C.’s…
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Update 2… Parts of downtown PG closed due to Police Incident…
Police have released details about the incident… Just after 4:00 AM on Sunday April 12, 2020, the Prince George RCMP received a report of a commercial alarm at a business on the 1400 block of 3rd Avenue in Prince George. Frontline officers attended the scene within seconds. An adult male suspect attempted to flee on foot, but…
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COVID-19 case Update for April 9…
**Please note that we will be closed this long weekend and will be back on Monday. Click here to view today’s statistical information from the BCCDC. By clicking the link, it’ll download a file directly from the BCCDC to your device. The information presented represents the current COVID situation in B.C. Below is the key…
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Long weekend patrols across BC…
Statement from D/Commr. Jennifer Strachan, Commanding Officer of the BC RCMP – Wishing British Columbians a safe long weekend… As the weather warms up, and a long weekend is upon us we are tempted to venture outdoors and visit our family and friends. Especially here in our beautiful province where the outdoor activities are plenty.…
