Prince George Citizen
Brothers lose lawsuit against BC Hydro over power pole replacement
Self-represented brothers who aired their grievances in court about BC Hydro replacing a power pole more than a decade ago lost their case on Thursday, Dec. 19.
21 Dec 2024 00:56:20
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Prince George Citizen
Guilty verdict for man dealing fentanyl in Prince George
His lawyer plans to argue that the case took too long to get to court
21 Dec 2024 00:49:38
Prince George Citizen
New damage delays I-40 reopening in North Carolina closed by Helene
WAYNESVILLE, N.C.
21 Dec 2024 00:34:49
Prince George Citizen
Senate approves 235th judge of Biden's term, beating Trump's tally
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden secured the 235th judicial confirmation of his presidency Friday, an accomplishment that exceeds his predecessor's total by one after Democrats put extra emphas ...More ...
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden secured the 235th judicial confirmation of his presidency Friday, an accomplishment that exceeds his predecessor's total by one after Democrats put extra emphasis on the federal courts following Donald Trump's fa21 Dec 2024 00:13:52
Victoria Times-Colonist
Browns star DE Myles Garrett sends strong message to struggling team: "I'm not trying to rebuild."
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — In a switch, Myles Garre tt put pressure on the Browns.
21 Dec 2024 00:03:28
Victoria Times-Colonist
A Missouri judge says the state’s abortion ban isn’t enforceable, ensuring legal abortions
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — A judge ruled Friday that Missouri’s near-total abortion ban is unenforceable under a new constitutional amendment , ensuring abortion will be legal in the state.
21 Dec 2024 00:01:51
Prince George Citizen
New competition rules could expose B.C. landlords, tenants to risk
Standard property controls could run afoul of new rules to boost grocery competition.
21 Dec 2024 00:00:00
Victoria Times-Colonist
Judge sets January date to hear NASCAR’s motion to throw out antitrust lawsuit
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — A federal judge set a Jan.
20 Dec 2024 23:57:21
Victoria Times-Colonist
One hospitalized after stabbing near Christ Church Cathedral
They said the incident early Friday is believed to have been an isolated case and there is no risk to the public.
20 Dec 2024 23:57:00
Victoria Times-Colonist
ANNIVERSARY: "Monkey Guy and the Cosmic Fairy"
10th Year Anniversary - Christmas Donation Elaine Tanner's children's story book titled: "Monkey Guy and the Cosmic Fairy" $18.95 Value signed free gift. Limited number of books available. Contact: Jo ...More ...
10th Year Anniversary - Christmas Donation Elaine Tanner's children's story book titled: "Monkey Guy and the Cosmic Fairy" $18.95 Value signed free gift. Limited number of books available. Contact: John Watt Email: wattj928@gmail.20 Dec 2024 23:45:27
Prince George Citizen
Canadiens executive says he has 'no concern' about members of the front office traveling to Russia
DETROIT (AP) — Montreal executive vice president of hockey operations Jeff Gorton said he has “no concern” about members of the Canadiens’ front office travelling to Russia with the country’ ...More ...
DETROIT (AP) — Montreal executive vice president of hockey operations Jeff Gorton said he has “no concern” about members of the Canadiens’ front office travelling to Russia with the country’s war in Ukraine ongoing.20 Dec 2024 23:41:50
The Tyee
What Losing My Dog Taught Me about Grief in the Digital Age
A tsunami of archives overwhelmed me as I grappled with loss. And taught me to be present again.
20 Dec 2024 23:40:00
Victoria Times-Colonist
NORAD's Santa tracker was a Cold War morale boost. Now it attracts millions of kids
The Christmas tradition has become nearly global in scope: Children from around the world track Santa Claus as he sweeps across the earth, delivering presents and defying time.
20 Dec 2024 23:31:17
Victoria Times-Colonist
From new mines to closed mills, 2024 marked year of shake-ups for B.C. resource sector
Sawmills face permanent closures while mining and energy see significant investment
20 Dec 2024 23:30:00
Prince George Citizen
The Latest: House approves new government funding bill
With hours to go before a midnight government shutdown , the House approved a new plan from House Speaker Mike Johnson that would temporarily fund federal operations and disaster aid, but dropped Pres ...More ...
With hours to go before a midnight government shutdown , the House approved a new plan from House Speaker Mike Johnson that would temporarily fund federal operations and disaster aid, but dropped President-elect Donald Trump’s demands for a debt limi20 Dec 2024 23:17:45
Prince George Citizen
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announces new lieutenant-governor for B.C.
VICTORIA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced the appointment of longtime businesswoman and philanthropist Wendy Lisogar-Cocchia as British Columbia's 31st lieutenant-governor.
20 Dec 2024 23:12:28
Prince George Citizen
House approves funding bill and sends to Senate hours before government shutdown deadline
WASHINGTON (AP) — Hours to go before a midnight government shutdown , the House approved a new plan late Friday from Speaker Mike Johnson that would temporarily fund federal operations and disaster ...More ...
WASHINGTON (AP) — Hours to go before a midnight government shutdown , the House approved a new plan late Friday from Speaker Mike Johnson that would temporarily fund federal operations and disaster aid, but drops President-elect Donald Trump's demand20 Dec 2024 23:05:53
Prince George Citizen
Fake nurse's 'deep seated dishonesty' adds four more years to prison term: B.C. judge
VANCOUVER — A fake nurse who "used a weapon each time she inserted a needle" in patients has been sentenced to another four years in prison on top of the remaining three years she is already serving ...More ...
VANCOUVER — A fake nurse who "used a weapon each time she inserted a needle" in patients has been sentenced to another four years in prison on top of the remaining three years she is already serving in Ontario, a British Columbia Supreme Court judge20 Dec 2024 22:57:44
Prince George Citizen
Amazon workers are striking at multiple facilities. Here's what you should know
Amazon workers affiliated with the Teamsters union continued a strike Friday at seven of the company's delivery hubs just days before Christmas.
20 Dec 2024 22:53:14
Victoria Times-Colonist
B.C. tourism operators hoping for boost from low loonie
Canadian dollar fell to US$0.6925 this week – the lowest it has been since March 2020
20 Dec 2024 22:30:00
CBC British Columbia
Autism advocate and entrepreneur appointed new lieutenant-governor of British Columbia
Wendy Lisogar-Cocchia named to the position by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. ...More ...
Wendy Lisogar-Cocchia named to the position by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
20 Dec 2024 22:29:08
Prince George Citizen
Right-hander Josh Walker agrees to a 1-year contract with the Blue Jays
TORONTO (AP) — Left-hander Josh Walker and the Toronto Blue Jays agreed Friday to a one-year contract that pays $760,000 while in the major leagues and $180,000 while in the minors. The 30-year-old ...More ...
TORONTO (AP) — Left-hander Josh Walker and the Toronto Blue Jays agreed Friday to a one-year contract that pays $760,000 while in the major leagues and $180,000 while in the minors. The 30-year-old had a 6.20 Dec 2024 22:26:46
Prince George Citizen
Cooper making big difference for Packers defense in his rookie season
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Green Bay Packers linebacker Edgerrin Cooper has made the most of his limited opportunities. The Packers can’t wait to see what the rookie second-round pick from Texas A& ...More ...
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Green Bay Packers linebacker Edgerrin Cooper has made the most of his limited opportunities. The Packers can’t wait to see what the rookie second-round pick from Texas A&M will do next.20 Dec 2024 22:22:22
Victoria Times-Colonist
Tiger Woods' immediate goal: Keep his son from beating him in golf for 18 holes
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Tiger Woods turns 49 at the end of the month and he has one pressing goal that relates to his golf. He wants to prolong that inevitable day when his son beats him over 18 holes.
20 Dec 2024 22:20:45
CBC British Columbia
B.C. civil rights group that fought for MAID now wants it reviewed
The call from the B.C. Civil Liberties Association comes after a 52-year-old man received MAID while on a day pass from a psychiatric hospital. ...More ...
The call from the B.C. Civil Liberties Association comes after a 52-year-old man received MAID while on a day pass from a psychiatric hospital.
20 Dec 2024 22:18:42
Victoria Times-Colonist
Jalen Hurts fined for wearing mismatched cleats during Eagles' win over Steelers, AP source says
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts was fined $5,628 by the NFL for wearing mismatched cleats that were not “constitutional team colors,” a person familiar with the league's decision told ...More ...
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts was fined $5,628 by the NFL for wearing mismatched cleats that were not “constitutional team colors,” a person familiar with the league's decision told The Associated Press on Friday.20 Dec 2024 22:13:21
Victoria Times-Colonist
Ravens CB Marlon Humphrey is trying to reduce stress, and he's enjoying a bounceback season
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — Marlon Humphrey's approach to football — and really his approach to life — has changed a bit this year. “Trying to eliminate unknown stress,” the Baltimore cornerbac ...More ...
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — Marlon Humphrey's approach to football — and really his approach to life — has changed a bit this year. “Trying to eliminate unknown stress,” the Baltimore cornerback said.20 Dec 2024 22:11:58
Victoria Times-Colonist
At least 2 dead and 60 hurt after a car drives into a German Christmas market in a suspected attack
MAGDEBURG, Germany (AP) — A car plowed into a busy outdoor Christmas market in the eastern German city of Magdeburg on Friday, killing at least two people and injuring at least 60 others in what aut ...More ...
MAGDEBURG, Germany (AP) — A car plowed into a busy outdoor Christmas market in the eastern German city of Magdeburg on Friday, killing at least two people and injuring at least 60 others in what authorities suspect was an attack.20 Dec 2024 22:02:52
Prince George Citizen
Most Canadian employers to offer bigger year-end bonuses to help with retention
Canadians continue to struggle with financial stress because of rising costs
20 Dec 2024 22:00:00
CBC British Columbia
B.C. adds 7 coastal ferry routes to health-care travel program
The B.C. government added seven coastal ferry routes to the program that finances the travel of Indigenous, rural and remote patients to receive health care outside their communities. ...More ...
The B.C. government added seven coastal ferry routes to the program that finances the travel of Indigenous, rural and remote patients to receive health care outside their communities.
20 Dec 2024 21:48:19
Victoria Times-Colonist
S&P/TSX up almost 200 points, U.S. stock markets also rise to end rocky week
TORONTO — Canada's main stock index gained almost 200 points Friday as markets broadly rose to end a rocky trading week, with the main U.S. indexes each gaining more than one per cent. The S&P/T ...More ...
TORONTO — Canada's main stock index gained almost 200 points Friday as markets broadly rose to end a rocky trading week, with the main U.S. indexes each gaining more than one per cent. The S&P/TSX composite index closed up 185.20 Dec 2024 21:46:24
Prince George Citizen
House sets up vote to prevent government shutdown, dropping Trump's demand for debt limit
WASHINGTON (AP) — Veering toward a midnight Friday government shutdown , House Speaker Mike Johnson proposed a new plan that would temporarily fund federal operations and disaster aid, but punted Pr ...More ...
WASHINGTON (AP) — Veering toward a midnight Friday government shutdown , House Speaker Mike Johnson proposed a new plan that would temporarily fund federal operations and disaster aid, but punted President-elect Donald Trump demands for a debt limit20 Dec 2024 21:44:52
Victoria Times-Colonist
Vancouver man jailed 90 days for withdrawing 'frozen' funds
Scott Thomas Low admitted he contravened a freeze order and withdrew money from his bank accounts while under investigation for securities misconduct.
20 Dec 2024 21:30:00
Victoria Times-Colonist
At least 2 dead and 68 hurt after a car drives into a German Christmas market in a suspected attack
BERLIN (AP) — A car plowed into a busy outdoor Christmas market in the eastern German city of Magdeburg on Friday, killing at least two people and injuring at least 68 others in what authorities sus ...More ...
BERLIN (AP) — A car plowed into a busy outdoor Christmas market in the eastern German city of Magdeburg on Friday, killing at least two people and injuring at least 68 others in what authorities suspect was an attack.20 Dec 2024 21:29:49
Victoria Times-Colonist
S&P/TSX composite up almost 200 points, U.S. stock markets also rise
TORONTO — Canada's main stock index gained almost 200 points Friday as markets broadly rose to end a rocky trading week. The S&P/TSX composite index closed up 185.54 points at 24,599.48. In New ...More ...
TORONTO — Canada's main stock index gained almost 200 points Friday as markets broadly rose to end a rocky trading week. The S&P/TSX composite index closed up 185.54 points at 24,599.48. In New York, the Dow Jones industrial average was up 498.20 Dec 2024 21:26:21
Prince George Citizen
US forward Lynn Williams traded to the NWSL's Reign by Gotham
The Seattle Reign have acquired Olympic gold medalist Lynn Williams in a trade with Gotham FC. The Reign also received goalkeeper Cassie Miller in the trade announced Friday.
20 Dec 2024 21:25:18
Prince George Citizen
Humane Society cats go ‘Home For The Holidays’
The program, which sees people volunteer to foster pets for a few days, is a success
20 Dec 2024 21:19:00
Prince George Citizen
Beaumont named England rugby interim chair after Ilube resigns amid pay scandal
LONDON (AP) — Bill Beaumont was named interim chairman of the England Rugby Football Union on Friday, hours after Tom Ilube resigned because of an outcry over executive payouts.
20 Dec 2024 21:17:52
CBC British Columbia
Former B.C. youth support worker found guilty of sexually assaulting boy, 14, in government care
A former youth support worker has been found guilty of sexually assaulting a 14-year-old boy in B.C. government care. ...More ...
A former youth support worker has been found guilty of sexually assaulting a 14-year-old boy in B.C. government care.
20 Dec 2024 21:12:04
Victoria Times-Colonist
Stock market today: Wall Street rises to turn a dismal week into just a bad one
NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks rose to turn what would have been one of the market’s worst weeks of the year into just a pretty bad one. The S&P 500 rallied 1.1% Friday to shave its loss for the ...More ...
NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks rose to turn what would have been one of the market’s worst weeks of the year into just a pretty bad one. The S&P 500 rallied 1.1% Friday to shave its loss for the week down to 2%.20 Dec 2024 21:07:19
Prince George Citizen
Drama eclipses Trudeau's cabinet shuffle amid sabre rattling over election timing
OTTAWA — Political drama eclipsed Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's move to rejuvenate his cabinet with fresh faces following a tumultuous week, underscoring questions about how much gas he has left i ...More ...
OTTAWA — Political drama eclipsed Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's move to rejuvenate his cabinet with fresh faces following a tumultuous week, underscoring questions about how much gas he has left in the tank as Liberal leader.20 Dec 2024 21:02:36
Prince George Citizen
At least one dead and 50 injured after a car drove into a German Christmas market, official says
BERLIN (AP) — A car plowed into a busy outdoor Christmas market in the eastern German city of Magdeburg on Friday, leaving at least one person dead and injuring at least 50 others in what authoritie ...More ...
BERLIN (AP) — A car plowed into a busy outdoor Christmas market in the eastern German city of Magdeburg on Friday, leaving at least one person dead and injuring at least 50 others in what authorities suspect was an attack.20 Dec 2024 20:58:24
Georgia Straight
Stanley Park Bright Nights Train will not re-open this holiday season
All that ticket drama for nothing
20 Dec 2024 20:49:56
CBC British Columbia
Serial nurse impersonator sentenced in B.C. Supreme Court to 7 years in prison
Brigitte Cleroux is currently serving a seven-year prison sentence in Ontario for posing as a nurse at two Ottawa clinics. ...More ...
Brigitte Cleroux is currently serving a seven-year prison sentence in Ontario for posing as a nurse at two Ottawa clinics.
20 Dec 2024 20:43:44
Victoria Times-Colonist
Woman who impersonated nurse to serve total of seven years in prison
Brigitte Cleroux, who passed herself off as a nurse at B.C. Women’s Hospital and View Royal Surgical Centre, pleaded guilty to assault, fraud, impersonating a nurse and forgery
20 Dec 2024 20:36:42
Prince George Citizen
National Bank gets final approval for Canadian Western Bank takeover
National Bank of Canada says it's received approval from the federal finance minister to acquire Canadian Western Bank. The Montreal-based bank says it's pleased to see the last milestone in the regul ...More ...
National Bank of Canada says it's received approval from the federal finance minister to acquire Canadian Western Bank. The Montreal-based bank says it's pleased to see the last milestone in the regulatory process complete.20 Dec 2024 20:33:36
Prince George Citizen
A car drives into a Christmas market in Germany in what authorities suspect was an attack
BERLIN (AP) — A car plowed into a busy outdoor Christmas market in the eastern German city of Magdeburg on Friday, injuring an unknown number of people in what authorities say was a suspected attack ...More ...
BERLIN (AP) — A car plowed into a busy outdoor Christmas market in the eastern German city of Magdeburg on Friday, injuring an unknown number of people in what authorities say was a suspected attack.20 Dec 2024 20:32:57