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Prince George Citizen

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9 Mar

Woman reported missing by Williams Lake RCMP www.princegeorgecitizen.com/regional/wom...

princegeorgecitizen.comWoman reported missing by Williams Lake RCMPZoe Bedard was last seen on Sunday, March 8

Prince George Citizen

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5 Mar

Check out The Citizen's PG Auction Buy Now for local deals www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/c...

princegeorgecitizen.comCheck out The Citizen's PG Auction Buy Now for local dealsThe online event runs from March 5-12

Prince George Citizen

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4 Mar

Prince George gets ready to spring forward for good www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/p...

princegeorgecitizen.comPrince George gets ready to spring forward for goodA UNBC professor explains what the effects of permanent daylight savings time could look like

Prince George Citizen

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3 Mar

VIDEO: Police seek tips after couple allegedly tries to pick up girl www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/v...

princegeorgecitizen.comVIDEO: Police seek tips after couple allegedly tries to pick up girlThe incident took place between 4:30 and 5 p.m. on Blackburn Road South on Friday, Feb. 27

Prince George Citizen

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3 Mar

Coroner's inquest ordered into Tumbler Ridge mass shooting www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/c...

princegeorgecitizen.comCoroner's inquest ordered into Tumbler Ridge mass shootingDates are still to be determined

Prince George Citizen

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2 Mar

We're about to 'spring forward' but we won't 'fall back' www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/b...

princegeorgecitizen.comBC to adopt permanent daylight savings time'Pacific time' change goes into effect this Sunday, March 8

Prince George Citizen

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22 Feb

Fraser Lake hotel goes up in flames www.princegeorgecitizen.com/regional/fra...

princegeorgecitizen.comFraser Lake hotel goes up in flamesFire hits inn and grocery store on Highway 16 west of Prince George

Prince George Citizen

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14 Feb

There's a big fan in Italy this weekend to cheer on a local Olympian www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-sports...

Prince George Citizen

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13 Feb

Murder case sentencing: www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/z...

princegeorgecitizen.comZain Xavier Wood sentenced to life for murder of Isabelle ThomasHis automatic sentence carries no chance of parole for 25 years

Prince George Citizen

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11 Feb

Details scarce as RCMP begin probe of deadly school shooting www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/d...

princegeorgecitizen.comDetails scarce as RCMP begin probe of deadly school shootingTen people, including the suspected shooter, are dead and many more injured

Prince George Citizen

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11 Feb

UPDATED: Ten dead in Tumbler Ridge school shooting www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/a...

princegeorgecitizen.comUPDATED: Ten dead in Tumbler Ridge school shootingAnother 27 people were injured in the incident

Prince George Citizen

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8 Feb

She headed out on snowshoes Monday and hasn't been seen since www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/r...

princegeorgecitizen.comRCMP, search and rescue looking for missing Prince George womanLeandre McLane, 45, went snowshoeing with her dog on Monday on rural property and did not return

Prince George Citizen

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7 Feb

Bad news from Italy: Prince George Olympian Meryeta O'Dine breaks ankle in training run www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-sports...

princegeorgecitizen.comPrince George Olympian Meryeta O'Dine breaks ankle in training runBad luck strikes again for two-time Olympic bronze medalist snowboard cross racer

Prince George Citizen

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3 Feb

Two injured in overnight shooting on Redwood Street www.princegeorgecitizen.com/latest/two-i...

princegeorgecitizen.comTwo injured in overnight shooting on Redwood StreetRCMP are now stepping up enforcement on those known to be associated with organized crime

Prince George Citizen

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30 Jan

Our most-read story of the month www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/f...

princegeorgecitizen.comFamily demands BC safety, justice and insurance reformsIt's been four years since they lost their son in a crash near Crescent Spur

Prince George Citizen

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30 Jan

Fire leads to small explosion outside Prince George store www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/f...

princegeorgecitizen.comFire leads to small explosion outside Prince George storeVideo of the incident at the Central Street 7/11 was shared on Facebook

Prince George Citizen

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30 Jan

Tim Hortons Donut Days supports Prince George Special Olympics athletes www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/t...

princegeorgecitizen.comTim Hortons Donut Days supports Prince George Special Olympics athletesThey'll be at two locations Friday and Saturday

Prince George Citizen

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28 Jan

Humane Society issues parvo alert after stray puppies found in schoolyard www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/h...

princegeorgecitizen.comHumane Society issues parvo alert after stray puppies found in schoolyardThe shelter has paused dog walks, meet-and-greets and adoptions until further notice

Prince George Citizen

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27 Jan

Fatal crash on snowy highway south of Prince George www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/f...

princegeorgecitizen.comFatal crash on snowy highway south of Prince GeorgeEmergency crews were called to a collision near Stoner

Prince George Citizen

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26 Jan

Parishioner not happy with closure of St. Mary's Parish www.princegeorgecitizen.com/latest/paris...

princegeorgecitizen.comParishioner not happy with closure of St. Mary's ParishShane Sienaert is worried that some Catholics will stop attending church altogether

Prince George Citizen

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26 Jan

City council is about to begin 2026 budget deliberations. Details here, with a link to the livestream www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/p...

princegeorgecitizen.comPaycheques, policing, fire and snow: Breaking down Prince George's 2026 budgetThe draft budget sees around $10.1 million more in expenses compared to 2025

Prince George Citizen

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20 Jan

No improvement in conditions as air quality warning continues www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/a...

princegeorgecitizen.comAir quality warning continues in Prince GeorgeQuesnel, Vanderhoof also affected

Prince George Citizen

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18 Jan

Pollution alert: Air quality warning for Prince George www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/p...

princegeorgecitizen.comPollution alert: Air quality warning for Prince GeorgeLimit strenuous outdoor activities, stay indoors if possible and use air filters, weather agency advises

Prince George Citizen

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16 Jan

Guilty plea for cocaine trafficker caught by undercover police officer www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/g...

princegeorgecitizen.comGuilty plea for cocaine trafficker caught by undercover police officerHe was arrested as part of a local RCMP operation

Prince George Citizen

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14 Jan

Planned power outage affecting more than 2,000 residents www.princegeorgecitizen.com/latest/plann...

princegeorgecitizen.comPlanned power outage affecting more than 2,000 residentsElectricity is expected to be off until 4 p.m.

Prince George Citizen

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13 Jan

Crown says RCMP officer should go to jail for six months for obstruction of justice www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/c...

princegeorgecitizen.comCrown says RCMP officer should go to jail for six months for obstruction of justiceArthur Dalman told a bystander to delete video after Indigenous man died in police custody

Prince George Citizen

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12 Jan

GoFundMe campaign launched for man battling liver disease www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/g...

princegeorgecitizen.comGoFundMe campaign launched for man battling liver diseaseGreg LeBreton undergoes regular fluid removal as he waits for a transplant

Prince George Citizen

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9 Jan

Here's some 'grey sky' news on bluesky www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/s...

princegeorgecitizen.comSome properties could be exempt from new 'rain tax'City staff will propose an amendment when council meets Monday night

Prince George Citizen

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8 Jan

RCMP release images in connection with sexual assault investigation www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/r...

princegeorgecitizen.comRCMP release images in connection with sexual assault investigationPolice are looking for tips on who they are

Prince George Citizen

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7 Jan

A provincial news update: www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/s...

princegeorgecitizen.comSheldon Clare planning to run for BC Conservative leadershipThe Prince George-North Cariboo MLA says he's working on a formal launch event in the coming weeks

Prince George Citizen

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31 Dec 2025

Another fire: www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/p...

princegeorgecitizen.comPineview family displaced after house trailer fireFlames destroy furniture, clothes, toys and Christmas presents

Prince George Citizen

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30 Dec 2025

Heated Rivalry star pays a visit to Prince George www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/h...

princegeorgecitizen.comHeated Rivalry star pays a visit to Prince GeorgeHudson Williams of the hit TV series showcases a friend's store on social media

Prince George Citizen

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30 Dec 2025

There's no official word on whether the hot dog and his mustard pal will make a repeat appearance www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/n...

princegeorgecitizen.comIce cold: Polar dippers ready to jump into Ness LakeThe annual event has raised more than $250,000 over the years to send kids to camp

Prince George Citizen

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29 Dec 2025

The 29-year-old mother died in a pre-Christmas house fire www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/c...

princegeorgecitizen.comCommunity supports father and son after fatal Willow River fireA GoFundMe has been set up after Alyssa Kunka, 29, died in the Dec. 21 fire

Prince George Citizen

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29 Dec 2025

Here's a good-news update from the BC SPCA www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/g...

princegeorgecitizen.comGolden retriever rescue among BC SPCA's 2025 success storiesFound with a heavy chain partially embedded in her neck, Birdie has recovered and is in a good home

Prince George Citizen

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23 Dec 2025

Your thoughts on this? www.princegeorgecitizen.com/regional/sho...

princegeorgecitizen.comShoppers customer challenges pharmacy's perfume-heavy entranceMany locations in the national chain require customers to walk through the scents section to access the rest of the store

Prince George Citizen

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15 Dec 2025

There's a new store at Parkwood Place www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/u...

princegeorgecitizen.comUrban Planet opens up, Hudson Bay sign goes downThe clothing store has hired about 60 people and is still looking for part-timers

Prince George Citizen

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15 Dec 2025

City using a different livestream for Monday night's council meeting www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/c...

princegeorgecitizen.comCity using a different livestream for Monday night's council meetingThe meeting will be live on YouTube starting at 6 p.m.

Prince George Citizen

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7 Dec 2025

Looking for something different to wrap up your Christmas shopping? www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/w...

princegeorgecitizen.comWinterfest continues Sunday at Prince George Civic CentreIt's the last holiday craft market before Christmas

Prince George Citizen

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7 Dec 2025

Drive safely: www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/e...

princegeorgecitizen.comEnvironment Canada warns of dangerous conditions through Pine PassWinter has hit Prince George and Northern BC

Prince George Citizen

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6 Dec 2025

www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/c...

princegeorgecitizen.comCommittee recommends $15.6K annual pay boost for councillors, $8.2K more for mayorMembers suggest elected officials deserve more pay to compensate for criticism from the public and media

Prince George Citizen

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4 Dec 2025

Avoid the area this afternoon www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/q...

princegeorgecitizen.comQueensway closed after fire in apartment towerCrews had the flames under control by 1 p.m.

Prince George Citizen

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3 Dec 2025

Rustad out as BC Conservatives' leader www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/r...

princegeorgecitizen.comRustad out as BC Conservatives' leaderTwenty MLAs called for his resignation, prompting a caucus vote

Prince George Citizen

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1 Dec 2025

Council plans to discuss the Aquatic Centre again tonight, with concerned swim club members planning to attend the meeting www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/h...

princegeorgecitizen.comHow did we get here? A retelling of the Aquatic Centre sagaCouncil set to discuss Mayor Simon Yu's last-minute bid to reopen the discussion about the planned two-year closure

Prince George Citizen

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1 Dec 2025

Photos: Santa Claus wishes Prince George a Merry Christmas www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/p...

princegeorgecitizen.comPhotos: Santa Claus wishes Prince George a Merry ChristmasThe Kopar Holiday Parade brings seasonal cheer to the city on Saturday

Prince George Citizen

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28 Nov 2025

“Where’s my daughter, you f---! Give her back! I want her back!” www.princegeorgecitizen.com/opinionlette...

Prince George Citizen

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27 Nov 2025

Turns out the two-year shutdown of the Aquatic Centre a local swim club was concerned about may not be a done deal www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/m...

princegeorgecitizen.comMayor forces reopening of Aquatic Centre debateSimon Yu is using powers granted to him under BC's Community Charter to revisit the two-year closure of the pool

Prince George Citizen

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26 Nov 2025

The depot is accepting bottles, cans and containers, but not (yet) paint, electronics and hazardous materials www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/n...