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British Columbians help reduce COVID-19 impacts on Province’s finances…
The strength of B.C.’s economy and the resilience of British Columbians has helped to keep provincial finances on more stable ground during one of the most challenging times in the province’s history. As the provincial government responded to people’s need for income support, business grants, tax breaks and crucial services during the pandemic, British Columbia…
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Shoreline cleanup nets 425 tonnes of trash…
Thousands of kilograms of debris, including styrofoam, plastic bottles, nets, rope, abandoned boats and tires, have been removed from B.C.’s shoreline as several Clean Coast, Clean Waters (CCCW) projects wrap up their operations. RICHMOND, BC: Most of the debris collected is recyclable and will be sent for processing at the Ocean Legacy Foundation, which is…
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Host cities announced for BC Winter and Summer Games…
Quesnel, Maple Ridge and Kelowna have been announced as host cities for the 2024 BC Winter and Summer Games and the 2026 BC Summer Games. “Congratulations to the host cities for the 2024 and 2026 BC Winter and Summer Games. This is a wonderful opportunity for these cities to showcase their ‘A games’ as a…
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Prepare for hot weather if you plan to travel to southern BC…
While Central and BC North are not included in this latest round of heat warnings, hot weather is in the forecast for the remainder of the week for our region. The Prince George region could see temps back into the low 30’s by the weekend. Below is a warning message for the southern half of…
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Police seek Wanted Man from Fort St. John…
FORT ST. JOHN, BC: The Fort St. John RCMP is asking for the public’s help in locating a man Wanted for aggravated assault… Police are looking for Jesse STEVENS, 33, from Fort St. John. STEVENS is described as: 5’6″ tall 190 lbs. Black hair Brown eyes Having “Lil Jizzy” tattooed on the left side of…
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Campfires allowed in PG and Northwest Fire Centre Wednesday at noon…
SMITHERS, BC: Campfires will be permitted throughout the Northwest and Prince George Fire Centre beginning at 12 p.m., Pacific Daylight Time on Wednesday July 28, 2021. Although fire danger ratings have declined in the region due to recent rainfall and cooler temperatures, the public is strongly encouraged to exercise extreme caution with the use of…
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Municipalities empowered to ban single-use plastics…
VICTORIA, BC: Municipalities throughout the province can now move more quickly to prevent plastics from polluting their communities. Under new rules, local governments can institute bans on plastic bags and certain single-use plastics without provincial approval. “Communities across B.C. have made it clear they want to be environmental leaders by taking steps to ban single-use plastics,” said…
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Vax for BC launches to get more people vaccinated, recognize pandemic heroes…
Working with health authorities throughout British Columbia, the Province is making it easier than ever for people to get vaccinated with the launch of Vax for BC, the next step in the Province’s campaign to help as many eligible people as possible get vaccinated. “With more than 80% of eligible people in B.C. vaccinated with…
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Three people arrested in relation to 2016 murder investigation…
PRINCE GEORGE, BC: Three people have been arrested in the 2016 murder investigation of Robert Milligan… Police say on July 23 and 24, 2021, members of the Serious Crime Unit arrested Cuyler AUBICHON, Kelly RICHET and Chris RUSSELL. Back on June 15, 2016, RCMP responded to a shooting in the 3600 block of Forrest Ave…
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New rules protect young workers…
VICTORIA, BC: New changes to employment standards will better protect young people at work by raising the general working age in British Columbia from 12 to 16 and defining the types of jobs appropriate for those under 16. These new rules bring British Columbia in line with international standards for children’s employment. They will come…
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Ended… UPDATED… Severe storms possible during the overnight and Wednesday…
UPDATE: Severe weather is still in the forecast for all day Wednesday and includes all of BC North and Prince George down to Williams Lake. As of 8:10 AM July 21. — The Prince George region could be in for more severe weather tonight as conditions are favourable for thunderstorms with heavy rain, intense lightning,…
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Business fire deemed suspicious on 20th Ave…
PRINCE GEORGE, BC: Just after 6:30 AM on Tuesday, July 20, 2021, the Prince George RCMP and other emergency services received a report of a fire at a business in the 1600 block of 20th Avenue in Prince George. Emergency crews attended the scene and found a portion of the building on fire. Although it is early…
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Police investigate animal cruelty case…
FORT ST. JOHN, BC: On Friday, July 16, 2021, the Fort St. John RCMP received multiple complainants regarding a video posted on Facebook pertaining to animal cruelty regarding a cat… The Fort St. John RCMP viewed the recording that was posted to the public site and immediately recognized the person in the video from a…
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Road line painting nearly complete…
Over the past month, contracted crew working for the City of Prince George have been busy painting road symbols and markings onto streets throughout the city. Every year, crews repaint all of the City’s road lines, while over 900 symbols are painted each year in a three-year cycle. Most road line painting is expected to…
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Technical input requested for Taylor Bridge solutions…
TAYLOR, BC: The B.C. government is inviting stakeholders with technical interests in the Taylor Bridge on Highway 97 to apply to be a part of a new group that will discuss options for a long-term solution for the crossing. The bridge stakeholder group will provide technical input on industrial road use, municipal infrastructure plans, utility…
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