Prince George Citizen
Federal leaders pledge red tape cuts, skilled trades support and family doctors
OTTAWA — The Conservative and Liberal leaders are promising measures to bolster Canada's economy in the face of the trade war with the U.S., as the NDP pledges to make sure more Canadians have acces ...More ...
OTTAWA — The Conservative and Liberal leaders are promising measures to bolster Canada's economy in the face of the trade war with the U.S., as the NDP pledges to make sure more Canadians have access to a family doctor.5 Apr 2025 21:37:43
Prince George Citizen
Towns scores 30 points as hot-shooting Knicks overwhelm Hawks 121-105 and await Brunson's return
ATLANTA (AP) — Karl-Anthony Towns had 30 points and 11 rebounds, and the hot-shooting New York Knicks took command with 40 points in the second period and beat the Atlanta Hawks 121-105 on Saturday.
5 Apr 2025 21:31:18
Prince George Citizen
Maryland lawmakers pass bill to limit future liabilities amid thousands of claims of sexual abuse
ANNAPOLIS, Md.
5 Apr 2025 21:27:56
Prince George Citizen
Parliamentary Protective Service locks down East Block as cops talk to barricaded man
OTTAWA — There is a lockdown in place on Parliament Hill as Ottawa police say they are dealing with a barricade man.
5 Apr 2025 21:26:38
Prince George Citizen
Carson Kelly homers as the Cubs beat the Padres 7-1 for their 5th straight win
CHICAGO (AP) — Carson Kelly homered and drove in four runs, and the Chicago Cubs beat the San Diego Padres 7-1 on Saturday for their fifth consecutive win.
5 Apr 2025 21:19:30
Prince George Citizen
Reds manager Terry Francona back at ballpark Saturday after missing a game with 'intestinal turmoil'
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona was back at American Family Field with his entire roster Saturday after missing the previous game due to what he jokingly described as “inte ...More ...
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona was back at American Family Field with his entire roster Saturday after missing the previous game due to what he jokingly described as “intestinal turmoil.5 Apr 2025 21:17:34
CBC British Columbia
Long lineups reported at Vancouver byelection polling locations
Long lineups are being reported at polling stations across Vancouver Saturday as voters cast their ballots in a two-seat council byelection. ...More ...
Long lineups are being reported at polling stations across Vancouver Saturday as voters cast their ballots in a two-seat council byelection.
5 Apr 2025 21:10:49
Prince George Citizen
Twins top Astros 6-1 behind Jose Miranda's 3-run homer in 6-run 4th inning
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Jose Miranda's three-run homer highlighted a six-run fourth inning that ignited the Minnesota Twins in a 6-1 victory over the Houston Astros on Saturday afternoon.
5 Apr 2025 21:10:18
Prince George Citizen
Shohei Ohtani throws second bullpen since resuming mound ramp up
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Shohei Ohtani threw a 26-pitch bullpen session Saturday before the Los Angeles Dodgers’ game against the Philadelphia Phillies, another step toward his mound return. Recovering ...More ...
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Shohei Ohtani threw a 26-pitch bullpen session Saturday before the Los Angeles Dodgers’ game against the Philadelphia Phillies, another step toward his mound return. Recovering from right elbow surgery on Sept.5 Apr 2025 20:48:56
Prince George Citizen
Arizona's Ketel Marte goes on IL a day after straining left hamstring
WASHINGTON (AP) — Arizona second basemen Ketel Marte was put on the 10-day injured list Saturday, a day after leaving the Diamondbacks’ 6-4 victory over the Washington Nationals in the first innin ...More ...
WASHINGTON (AP) — Arizona second basemen Ketel Marte was put on the 10-day injured list Saturday, a day after leaving the Diamondbacks’ 6-4 victory over the Washington Nationals in the first inning with a strained left hamstring sustained while runni5 Apr 2025 19:57:43
Prince George Citizen
Judge awards $6.6 million to whistleblowers who reported Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton to FBI
A district court judge has awarded more than $6 million combined to four whistleblowers in their lawsuit against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton who were fired shortly after they reported him to the ...More ...
A district court judge has awarded more than $6 million combined to four whistleblowers in their lawsuit against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton who were fired shortly after they reported him to the FBI.5 Apr 2025 19:45:45
Prince George Citizen
Ian Happ plays in 1,000th major league game - all with the Chicago Cubs
CHICAGO (AP) — Ian Happ played in his 1,000th major league game on Saturday — all with the Chicago Cubs. It's that last part that makes it special for the outfielder.
5 Apr 2025 19:26:47
Prince George Citizen
Paul Skenes says blame for the Pirates' poor start lies with the players, not management
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Paul Skenes isn't exactly sure what the Pittsburgh Pirates' record is, only that it's not good.
5 Apr 2025 19:14:14
Prince George Citizen
Red Sox rookie Kristian Campbell calls $60-million, 8-year contract 'life changing'
BOSTON (AP) — Kristian Campbell had just finished his news conference Saturday afternoon when he was getting ready to join a group photo with his parents and Boston Red Sox ownership.
5 Apr 2025 18:55:00
Prince George Citizen
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton wrongfully fired whistleblowers, judge rules
A district court judge has awarded more than $6 million combined to four whistleblowers in their lawsuit against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton who were fired shortly after they reported him to the ...More ...
A district court judge has awarded more than $6 million combined to four whistleblowers in their lawsuit against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton who were fired shortly after they reported him to the FBI.5 Apr 2025 18:45:43
Prince George Citizen
Edmonton Oilers sign goalie Nathaniel Day to a three-year, entry-level contract
EDMONTON — The Edmonton Oilers signed goalie Nathaniel Day to a three-year, entry-level contract Saturday. Edmonton selected the six-foot-four, 205-pound Day in the sixth round, No. 184 overall, in ...More ...
EDMONTON — The Edmonton Oilers signed goalie Nathaniel Day to a three-year, entry-level contract Saturday. Edmonton selected the six-foot-four, 205-pound Day in the sixth round, No. 184 overall, in the 2023 NHL draft.5 Apr 2025 18:29:51
Prince George Citizen
Carl William Anthony (Smelle) Purcer: Memoriam
June 4, 1985 - April 5, 2020
5 Apr 2025 18:26:00
Prince George Citizen
NDP's Longley looks to flip the script in his second bid for Parliament
He's running again almost four years after placing second in 2021 to Bob Zimmer
5 Apr 2025 17:48:12
Prince George Citizen
Israeli troops deploy to a new security corridor across southern Gaza
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Israeli troops deployed to a newly established security corridor across southern Gaza , the military announced Saturday, as pressure on the Hamas militant group increased wee ...More ...
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Israeli troops deployed to a newly established security corridor across southern Gaza , the military announced Saturday, as pressure on the Hamas militant group increased weeks into the renewed war.5 Apr 2025 17:30:50
Prince George Citizen
Arizona's Ketel Marte goes on IL a day after straining left hamstring strain
WASHINGTON (AP) — Arizona second basemen Ketel Marte was put on the 10-day injured list Saturday, a day after leaving the Diamondbacks’ 6-4 victory over the Washington Nationals in the first innin ...More ...
WASHINGTON (AP) — Arizona second basemen Ketel Marte was put on the 10-day injured list Saturday, a day after leaving the Diamondbacks’ 6-4 victory over the Washington Nationals in the first inning with a strained left hamstring sustained while runni5 Apr 2025 16:57:54
Prince George Citizen
Carmelo Anthony, Dwight Howard and Sue Bird highlight Basketball Hall of Fame class
Carmelo Anthony and Dwight Howard are going into the Basketball Hall of Fame later this year, not once but twice. And LeBron James and Chris Paul are part of the group that’s headed to the Hall as w ...More ...
Carmelo Anthony and Dwight Howard are going into the Basketball Hall of Fame later this year, not once but twice. And LeBron James and Chris Paul are part of the group that’s headed to the Hall as well, even before their playing careers end.5 Apr 2025 16:54:46
Prince George Citizen
José Ramírez hits 3 homers to lead the Cleveland Guardians past the Angels, 8-6
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — José Ramírez hit three homers for the second time in his career, Brayan Rocchio drove in three runs and the Cleveland Guardians snapped their three-game skid with an 8-6 vic ...More ...
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — José Ramírez hit three homers for the second time in his career, Brayan Rocchio drove in three runs and the Cleveland Guardians snapped their three-game skid with an 8-6 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Friday night.5 Apr 2025 16:54:36
Prince George Citizen
Protesters tee off against Trump and Musk in "Hands Off!" rallies across the U.S.
Opponents of President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk rallied across the U.S. on Saturday to protest the administration's actions on government downsizing, the economy, human rights and other ...More ...
Opponents of President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk rallied across the U.S. on Saturday to protest the administration's actions on government downsizing, the economy, human rights and other issues.5 Apr 2025 16:54:32
Prince George Citizen
Wayne Gretzky has been helping Alex Ovechkin long before this record goal chase
WASHINGTON (AP) — A little more than three decades before Alex Ovechkin's pursuit of Wayne Gretzky's NHL career goals record , the “Great One” had his own chase. Gretzky was in hot pursuit of Go ...More ...
WASHINGTON (AP) — A little more than three decades before Alex Ovechkin's pursuit of Wayne Gretzky's NHL career goals record , the “Great One” had his own chase. Gretzky was in hot pursuit of Gordie Howe's record in the spring of 1994.5 Apr 2025 16:45:47
Prince George Citizen
Federal leaders pledge family doctors, red tape cuts, skilled trades support
OTTAWA — Party leaders are making announcements across the country on Day 14 of the federal election campaign, pledging to tackle the shortage of family doctors, support skilled trades, and cut gove ...More ...
OTTAWA — Party leaders are making announcements across the country on Day 14 of the federal election campaign, pledging to tackle the shortage of family doctors, support skilled trades, and cut government red tape. In Oakville, Ont.5 Apr 2025 16:36:04
Prince George Citizen
Anthony, Howard, Redeem Team, Bird, Arison, Fowles, Crawford, Donovan, Moore in Hall of Fame class
Carmelo Anthony and Dwight Howard are going into the Basketball Hall of Fame later this year, not once but twice. And LeBron James and Chris Paul are part of the group that’s headed to the Hall as w ...More ...
Carmelo Anthony and Dwight Howard are going into the Basketball Hall of Fame later this year, not once but twice. And LeBron James and Chris Paul are part of the group that’s headed to the Hall as well, even before their playing careers end.5 Apr 2025 16:29:24
Prince George Citizen
Israeli troops deploy to a new corridor across southern Gaza
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Israel says troops have deployed to a newly established security corridor across southern Gaza to pressure the Hamas militant group.
5 Apr 2025 16:29:22
Georgia Straight
Rare Americans pulls off uncommon feat for Vancouver band
The band has found a passionate fan base south of the border.
5 Apr 2025 16:27:17
Prince George Citizen
NY public schools tell Trump administration they won't comply with DEI order
New York state officials have told the Trump administration that they will not comply with its demands to end diversity, equity and inclusion practices in public schools, despite the administration's ...More ...
New York state officials have told the Trump administration that they will not comply with its demands to end diversity, equity and inclusion practices in public schools, despite the administration's threats to terminate federal education funding.5 Apr 2025 16:17:12
Prince George Citizen
Jaguar and Land Rover maker pauses shipments to US as it develops post-tariff plans
LONDON (AP) — The maker of Jaguar and Land Rover cars is pausing shipments to the U.S. as Britain's struggling auto industry begins to respond to the 25% tax on vehicle imports imposed by President ...More ...
LONDON (AP) — The maker of Jaguar and Land Rover cars is pausing shipments to the U.S. as Britain's struggling auto industry begins to respond to the 25% tax on vehicle imports imposed by President Donald Trump.5 Apr 2025 15:48:46
Prince George Citizen
Canadian surfer finishes ninth in El Salvador after close round-of-16 battle
LA LIBERTAD — Canadian Erin Brooks finished ninth at the Surf City El Salvador Pro on Saturday after being edged out by American Bella Kenworthy in a tight round-of-16 battle.
5 Apr 2025 15:45:42
Prince George Citizen
Iran's currency falls to a record low against the dollar as tensions run high
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran ’s rial currency traded Saturday at a record low against the U.S.
5 Apr 2025 15:24:47
Prince George Citizen
BC Northern Real Estate Board names new chair
Victor Khong of Horsefly will head the board for 2025-26
5 Apr 2025 14:28:20
Prince George Citizen
Full parole for woman who defrauded Prince George charity of $240K
Rhonda Bailey embezzled money for vacation travel, makeup and clothing
5 Apr 2025 14:26:58
Prince George Citizen
Campaigning across the country, federal leaders pledge family doctors, red tape cuts
OTTAWA — Federal party leaders are starting the second full weekend of the federal election campaign at opposite ends of the country. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is in B.C.
5 Apr 2025 14:18:14
CBC British Columbia
Vancouver votes: 25 polls open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. in 2-seat byelection
The vote comes 2½ years into the current council’s four-year mandate and is seen as a citywide referendum on the party with a majority on council. ...More ...
The vote comes 2½ years into the current council’s four-year mandate and is seen as a citywide referendum on the party with a majority on council.
5 Apr 2025 14:00:00
Prince George Citizen
Russell Schellenberg: Obituary
March 25, 1972 - September 8, 2024
5 Apr 2025 14:00:00
Prince George Citizen
The Latest: Trump's tariffs unleash trade war and calls for negotiations
U.S. President Donald Trump's big raise in tariffs has triggered an escalating trade war and sent global markets plummeting. The S&P 500 fell 6% Friday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average plunged 5. ...More ...
U.S. President Donald Trump's big raise in tariffs has triggered an escalating trade war and sent global markets plummeting. The S&P 500 fell 6% Friday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average plunged 5.5% and the Nasdaq composite dropped 5.8%.5 Apr 2025 13:33:44
Business in Vancouver
Website creates 'circular economy' for B.C. construction
New marketplace allows Vancouver Island firms to list, buy and sell used materials
5 Apr 2025 13:00:00
CBC British Columbia
Vancouver Island community looks to ban sale of some sunscreens
Lake Cowichan leaders worry chemicals in some sunscreen products end up in the water and harm marine ecosystems. ...More ...
Lake Cowichan leaders worry chemicals in some sunscreen products end up in the water and harm marine ecosystems.
5 Apr 2025 13:00:00
Prince George Citizen
It takes two: Lead roles are doubled up for The Wizard of Oz
The classic comes to the Duchess Park stage from April 8 to 12.
5 Apr 2025 12:30:36
Prince George Citizen
James Steidle: Official Community Plan maps out growth we don't need
Prince George has turned into a 'doughnut city'
5 Apr 2025 12:17:44
Prince George Citizen
Layoffs threaten US firefighter cancer registry, mine research and mask lab
NEW YORK (AP) — Government staffing cuts have gutted a small U.S. health agency that aims to protect workers — drawing rebukes from firefighters, coal miners, medical equipment manufacturers and a ...More ...
NEW YORK (AP) — Government staffing cuts have gutted a small U.S. health agency that aims to protect workers — drawing rebukes from firefighters, coal miners, medical equipment manufacturers and a range of others.5 Apr 2025 12:00:47
Prince George Citizen
'We are not the gods': Fire-torn Jasper prepares for diminished summer tourism season
JASPER, ALTA. — Every summer for 61 years, tourists have piled onto Jasper’s SkyTram to see the boomerang-shaped town nestled inside the sprawling Rocky Mountains. It'll happen again this summer, ...More ...
JASPER, ALTA. — Every summer for 61 years, tourists have piled onto Jasper’s SkyTram to see the boomerang-shaped town nestled inside the sprawling Rocky Mountains. It'll happen again this summer, but the view will be different.5 Apr 2025 12:00:02
Prince George Citizen
Iran's currency falls to record low against the dollar as tensions run high
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran ’s rial currency traded Saturday at a record low against the U.S.
5 Apr 2025 10:24:45
Prince George Citizen
Caught in the crossfire: Michigan concerned over automobile tariffs targeting Canada
DETROIT — Glenn Stevens Jr. can look out his office window in downtown Detroit and see Canada.
5 Apr 2025 10:00:24
Prince George Citizen
Matthew Rankin working on films about Progressive Conservatives, Esperanto
“Universal Language" director Matthew Rankin says he's channelling his creative energy into two new films: one probing Canada's conservative legacy and another on the world's most famous made-up lan ...More ...
“Universal Language" director Matthew Rankin says he's channelling his creative energy into two new films: one probing Canada's conservative legacy and another on the world's most famous made-up language.5 Apr 2025 10:00:19
Prince George Citizen
Thomas Muller to leave Bayern Munich after this season
MUNICH (AP) — Thomas Muller will leave Bayern Munich this summer after a 25-year career at the German club.
5 Apr 2025 09:59:30
CBC British Columbia
As these kids get hands-on with food, they're also learning about climate change
Mixing hands-on lessons about food with environmental education has been a recipe for success for some Canadian educators and advocates, sparking valuable connections and offering students practical, ...More ...
Mixing hands-on lessons about food with environmental education has been a recipe for success for some Canadian educators and advocates, sparking valuable connections and offering students practical, personal steps to take to address climate change.
5 Apr 2025 08:00:18
Prince George Citizen
Vancouver voters look to fill two council seats in municipal byelection
VANCOUVER — Voters in Vancouver are heading to the polls today — but not for the federal election that's still weeks away from its conclusion.
5 Apr 2025 08:00:03