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Police seek information on stolen pickup and tools…
FORT ST. JOHN, BC: On August 2, 2021, the Fort St. John RCMP received a report of a stolen vehicle from the Cecil Lake area. A green 1995 GMC 2500 pickup was stolen sometime between 5:00 pm on July 31 to 6:00 am on August 2. Cordless power tools were also missing from the location. Stolen vehicle:…
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Extreme caution urged over B.C. Day long weekend…
With much of British Columbia under a heat warning and experiencing high or extreme wildfire risks, the B.C. government is urging travellers and residents to be extremely cautious over the B.C. Day long weekend. “This year’s fire season is turning into one of the most challenging on record,” said Katrine Conroy, Minister of Forests, Lands,…
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Wanted man Adam BYRNE…
FORT ST. JOHN, BC: The Fort St. John RCMP is asking for the public’s help in locating a Wanted man… Wanted is 36-year-old Adam BYRNE of Fort St John. BYRNE is wanted for Fail to Comply with Probation and Breach of Undertaking. BYRNE is described as: Caucasian male 36 years old 5’6″ tall 141 lbs Brown…
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Prince George selected to host 2022 World Women’s Curling Championship…
PRINCE GEORGE, BC: It was among the darkest days in curling history, as 48 hours before the start of the event, the 2020 World Women’s Curling Championship in Prince George, B.C., was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But the enthusiasm, spirit and passion of the central British Columbia city couldn’t be dampened, and as…
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Update… Police seek two Wanted men on unrelated matters…
UPDATE: Police have arrested BRISCOE. As of July 30, 2021. – FORT ST. JOHN, BC: The Fort St. John RCMP is asking for the public’s help in locating two Wanted men on unrelated matters… Police are looking for Kevin DEVISON. An unendorsed warrant has been issued for the arrest of DEVISON who is wanted for…
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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…
