Prince George Citizen
Islanders bring 3-game losing streak into matchup with the Bruins
New York Islanders (14-18-7, in the Metropolitan Division) vs. Boston Bruins (20-17-4, in the Atlantic Division) Boston; Sunday, 6 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Bruins -120, Islanders +100; over/un ...More ...
New York Islanders (14-18-7, in the Metropolitan Division) vs. Boston Bruins (20-17-4, in the Atlantic Division) Boston; Sunday, 6 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Bruins -120, Islanders +100; over/under is 5.5 Jan 2025 09:11:50
Prince George Citizen
Panthers visit the Avalanche after shootout victory
Florida Panthers (24-14-2, in the Atlantic Division) vs. Colorado Avalanche (24-15-1, in the Central Division) Denver; Monday, 9 p.m.
5 Jan 2025 09:11:49
Prince George Citizen
Lightning head into matchup with the Ducks on losing streak
Tampa Bay Lightning (20-14-2, in the Atlantic Division) vs. Anaheim Ducks (16-18-4, in the Pacific Division) Anaheim, California; Sunday, 8 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Lightning -191, Ducks +159; ...More ...
Tampa Bay Lightning (20-14-2, in the Atlantic Division) vs. Anaheim Ducks (16-18-4, in the Pacific Division) Anaheim, California; Sunday, 8 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Lightning -191, Ducks +159; over/under is 6.5 Jan 2025 09:11:48
Prince George Citizen
Sabres play the Capitals on losing streak
Washington Capitals (26-10-3, in the Metropolitan Division) vs. Buffalo Sabres (14-21-5, in the Atlantic Division) Buffalo, New York; Monday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The Buffalo Sabres play the Washin ...More ...
Washington Capitals (26-10-3, in the Metropolitan Division) vs. Buffalo Sabres (14-21-5, in the Atlantic Division) Buffalo, New York; Monday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The Buffalo Sabres play the Washington Capitals as losers of three straight games.5 Jan 2025 09:11:47
Victoria Times-Colonist
Cyclist taken to hospital after being hit by SUV while in protected bike lane
Person was transported to hospital in stable condition, says B.C. Emergency Health Services
5 Jan 2025 09:06:00
Victoria Times-Colonist
Former shelter resident creates the resource guide he wishes he had while homeless
Erik Stone’s Garden City Resource Guide lists agencies that provide shelter, supervised drug-consumption sites, legal support, health and dental care, counselling and employment services
5 Jan 2025 09:04:00
The Breaker
thePodcast: Resolving to improve democracy in B.C. and beyond in 2025
For the week of Jan. 5, 2025: Resolutions. They’re a New Year’s tradition. Such as eating or drinking less and exercising more. Kirk LaPointe (KirkLaPointe.ca) Bob Mackin’s guest is veteran edi ...More ...
For the week of Jan. 5, 2025:
Resolutions. They’re a New Year’s tradition. Such as eating or drinking less and exercising more.
Kirk LaPointe (KirkLaPointe.ca)
Bob Mackin’s guest is veteran editor Kirk LaPointe, whose latest column for Glacier Media is headlined: “Improving democracy should be a New Year’s resolution for us all.”
Listen to the interview for a five-point plan to empower the people.
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5 Jan 2025 08:00:14
Victoria Times-Colonist
January 5: Your Daily Horoscope
Week Ahead Stars for Sunday, January 5th ARIES (March 21 - April 20): No matter how daunting the odds you face this week you will find a way to succeed.
5 Jan 2025 08:00:00
Victoria Times-Colonist
The Golden Globes are Sunday night. Here are five things to look for and how to watch them
After a rocky few years and the disbanding of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, the Golden Globes have seemingly stabilized. Now the question is: Can they still put on a good show? The 82nd Gol ...More ...
After a rocky few years and the disbanding of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, the Golden Globes have seemingly stabilized. Now the question is: Can they still put on a good show? The 82nd Golden Globes , beginning Sunday night at 8 p.m.5 Jan 2025 07:49:19
Prince George Citizen
Leonard says returning to the court is the easy part after making season debut for Clippers
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — After what Kawhi Leonard has gone through the past nine months, returning to the court for the Los Angeles Clippers was the easy part.
5 Jan 2025 07:26:56
Prince George Citizen
Minnesota faces Los Angeles after Edwards' 53-point outing
Los Angeles Clippers (19-15, seventh in the Western Conference) vs. Minnesota Timberwolves (17-17, 10th in the Western Conference) Minneapolis; Monday, 8 p.m.
5 Jan 2025 07:04:21
Prince George Citizen
Portland visits Detroit following Cunningham's 40-point game
Portland Trail Blazers (12-22, 13th in the Western Conference) vs. Detroit Pistons (17-18, ninth in the Eastern Conference) Detroit; Monday, 7 p.m.
5 Jan 2025 07:04:17
Prince George Citizen
NHL roundup: Ovechkin closes in on Gretzky's goal record as Caps beat Rangers 7-4
WASHINGTON (AP) — Alex Ovechkin scored his 872nd career goal to move 23 away from breaking Wayne Gretzky’s NHL record , and the Washington Capitals beat the struggling New York Rangers 7-4 on Satu ...More ...
WASHINGTON (AP) — Alex Ovechkin scored his 872nd career goal to move 23 away from breaking Wayne Gretzky’s NHL record , and the Washington Capitals beat the struggling New York Rangers 7-4 on Saturday.5 Jan 2025 06:45:24
Prince George Citizen
Chilliwack power play proves kryptonite to Spruce Kings
Chiefs go 4-for-4 with man advantage to complete comeback 5-2 victory over Prince George
5 Jan 2025 06:34:27
Victoria Times-Colonist
Royals again knock off WHL top-team Everett
The Royals (20-11-7) have won all three of their games this season against the third-ranked team in the Canadian Hockey League (28-5-5)
5 Jan 2025 06:31:00
Prince George Citizen
'Our country ignored Africa,' Jimmy Carter said. He didn't
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — Jimmy Carter was the first U.S. president to make a state visit to sub-Saharan Africa. He once called helping with Zimbabwe’s transition from white rule to independence “ou ...More ...
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — Jimmy Carter was the first U.S. president to make a state visit to sub-Saharan Africa. He once called helping with Zimbabwe’s transition from white rule to independence “our greatest single success.5 Jan 2025 06:21:10
Prince George Citizen
Turtle time brings WHL shutout dream to life for Cougars goalie Cooper Michaluk
Edmonton native posts first career shutout in 3-0 win over Seattle Thunderbirds
5 Jan 2025 06:09:41
Victoria Times-Colonist
Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals keep their playoff hopes alive by edging the Steelers 19-17
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Joe Burrow will head to Cincinnati's training facility on Sunday. He'll lift weights. He might watch some video. And then he'll join the rest of his teammates and hope. It's not mu ...More ...
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Joe Burrow will head to Cincinnati's training facility on Sunday. He'll lift weights. He might watch some video. And then he'll join the rest of his teammates and hope. It's not much.5 Jan 2025 05:59:00
Victoria Times-Colonist
Patricia Coppard: Uncommon courtesy: On bell-ringing and thanking bus drivers
I personally like thanking the bus driver, and do it on a regular basis.
5 Jan 2025 05:30:00
Prince George Citizen
Biden's decision to block Nippon Steel takeover creates uncertainty for U.S. Steel workers
WASHINGTON (AP) — By blocking a Japanese company’s takeover of U.S. Steel, President Joe Biden said he was protecting good jobs in the American heartland. He may be putting them at risk instead.
5 Jan 2025 05:13:24
Victoria Times-Colonist
The Golden Globes are Sunday night. Here's five things to look for and how to watch them
After a rocky few years and the disbanding of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, the Golden Globes have seemingly stabilized. Now the question is: Can they still put on a good show? The 82nd Gol ...More ...
After a rocky few years and the disbanding of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, the Golden Globes have seemingly stabilized. Now the question is: Can they still put on a good show? The 82nd Golden Globes , beginning Sunday night at 8 p.m.5 Jan 2025 05:03:04
Prince George Citizen
Adrian Kempe scores late, and the Kings beat the Lightning 2-1 for a 4-game winning streak
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Adrian Kempe broke a tie with 5:48 to play and the Los Angeles Kings beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 2-1 on Saturday night for their fourth consecutive victory.
5 Jan 2025 04:55:20
Prince George Citizen
Adrian Kempe scores late, and th Kings beat the Lightning 2-1 for a 4-game winning streak
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Adrian Kempe broke a tie with 5:48 to play and the Los Angeles Kings beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 2-1 on Saturday night for their fourth consecutive victory.
5 Jan 2025 04:48:04
Prince George Citizen
Jokic's 46 points lead Nuggets to OT victory over Spurs
SAN ANTONIO (AP) — Nikola Jokic had 46 points and 10 rebounds and the Denver Nuggets spoiled Victor Wembanyama’s 21st birthday on Saturday, beating the San Antonio Spurs 122-111 in overtime.
5 Jan 2025 04:29:53
Prince George Citizen
Jokic and Nuggets beat the Spurs 122-111 in overtime to spoil Wembanyama's 21st birthday
SAN ANTONIO (AP) — Nikola Jokic had 46 points and 10 rebounds and the Denver Nuggets spoiled Victor Wembanyama’s 21st birthday on Saturday, beating the San Antonio Spurs 122-111 in overtime.
5 Jan 2025 04:04:53
Victoria Times-Colonist
US beats Czechia 4-1 to set up world junior hockey final against Finland
OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — Boston University's Cole Eiserman broke a second-period tie and the defending champion United States beat Czechia 4-1 on Saturday night to advance to the world junior hockey c ...More ...
OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — Boston University's Cole Eiserman broke a second-period tie and the defending champion United States beat Czechia 4-1 on Saturday night to advance to the world junior hockey championship game.5 Jan 2025 03:34:18
Victoria Times-Colonist
Dach, Caufield score in shootout to lift the Canadiens 2-1 over the Avalanche
DENVER (AP) — Kirby Dach and Cole Caufield scored in the shootout, Jakub Dobes had 22 saves in regulation, and the Montreal Canadiens beat the Colorado Avalanche 2-1 on Saturday night.
5 Jan 2025 03:18:38
Prince George Citizen
U.S. downs Czechia, Finland tops Sweden to set up gold-medal final at world juniors
OTTAWA — The United States sits one win from history. Gabe Perreault and Ryan Leonard had a goal and an assist each as the Americans beat Czechia 4-1 on Saturday to advance to the gold-medal game at ...More ...
OTTAWA — The United States sits one win from history. Gabe Perreault and Ryan Leonard had a goal and an assist each as the Americans beat Czechia 4-1 on Saturday to advance to the gold-medal game at the world junior hockey championship.5 Jan 2025 03:15:25
Victoria Times-Colonist
Filip Gustavsson makes 20 saves in the Wild's 4-0 victory over the Hurricanes
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Filip Gustavsson made 20 saves for his third shutout this season, Marco Rossi had four assists and the Minnesota Wild beat the Carolina Hurricanes 4-0 on Saturday night.
5 Jan 2025 02:58:53
Prince George Citizen
Red Wings soar past Jets 4-2 for fourth straight win
WINNIPEG — Dylan Larkin and Lucas Raymond each scored power-play goals to help lead the Detroit Red Wings to a 4-2 victory over the Winnipeg Jets on Saturday that extended their winning streak to a ...More ...
WINNIPEG — Dylan Larkin and Lucas Raymond each scored power-play goals to help lead the Detroit Red Wings to a 4-2 victory over the Winnipeg Jets on Saturday that extended their winning streak to a season-high four games.5 Jan 2025 02:49:09
Victoria Times-Colonist
Ravens QB Jackson, the first member of the 4,000-900 club, looks toward playoff run
BALTIMORE (AP) — Lamar Jackson capped a sensational regular season with a rather ordinary performance. It was still plenty good enough to set a pair of NFL records and lead the Baltimore Ravens to a ...More ...
BALTIMORE (AP) — Lamar Jackson capped a sensational regular season with a rather ordinary performance. It was still plenty good enough to set a pair of NFL records and lead the Baltimore Ravens to a second straight AFC North title.5 Jan 2025 02:46:49
Victoria Times-Colonist
Tyrese Haliburton scores 27 to help Pacers reach .500 with a 126-108 victory over the Suns
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Tyrese Haliburton scored 27 points and Myles Turner added 20 points, six rebounds and three blocks, leading the Indiana Pacers past the Phoenix Suns 126-108 on Saturday.
5 Jan 2025 02:33:14
Prince George Citizen
Cody Ceci scores with 25 seconds left, Sharks beat Devils 3-2
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Cody Ceci scored with 25 seconds left in the third period, and the San Jose Sharks beat the New Jersey Devils 3-2 on Saturday. With the game tied 2-2, Ceci’s slap shot from ...More ...
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Cody Ceci scored with 25 seconds left in the third period, and the San Jose Sharks beat the New Jersey Devils 3-2 on Saturday. With the game tied 2-2, Ceci’s slap shot from the point beat Devils goaltender Jacob Markstrom.5 Jan 2025 02:07:18
Prince George Citizen
Home on the range: Prince George biathlete Moira Green on track to defend Canadian junior championship crown
Local racers Liam Simons, Isla Cadell also finish on sprint podium at world championships qualifying event
5 Jan 2025 01:52:16
Prince George Citizen
QMJHL roundup: Pelletier records shutout as Huskies blank Remparts 4-0
QUÉBEC — Zach Pelletier made 25 saves and the visiting Rouyn-Noranda Huskies got goals from four different players to blank the Quebec Remparts 4-0 in Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League action o ...More ...
QUÉBEC — Zach Pelletier made 25 saves and the visiting Rouyn-Noranda Huskies got goals from four different players to blank the Quebec Remparts 4-0 in Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League action on Saturday at Centre Videotron.5 Jan 2025 01:32:06
Prince George Citizen
Finland tops Sweden 4-3 in overtime to make gold-medal game at world juniors
OTTAWA — Finland is back in the gold-medal game at the world junior hockey championship.
5 Jan 2025 00:49:54
Prince George Citizen
IBU Cup biathlete Emily Dickson returns to Otway for world trials
Prince George races will serve as national team member's tuneup for European Open championships in Italy
5 Jan 2025 00:02:44
Victoria Times-Colonist
Indie filmmaker Jeff Baena, Aubrey Plaza's husband, found dead at Los Angeles home
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Writer-director Jeff Baena, whose darkly comedic independent films included “The Little Hours” and who was married to his frequent creative collaborator Aubrey Plaza, has died ...More ...
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Writer-director Jeff Baena, whose darkly comedic independent films included “The Little Hours” and who was married to his frequent creative collaborator Aubrey Plaza, has died. He was 47.4 Jan 2025 23:56:49
Victoria Times-Colonist
Driver dead following crash with construction vehicle at Saanich intersection
Motor vehicle collided with a construction vehicle at Quadra Street and Tattersall Drive.
4 Jan 2025 23:54:30
Victoria Times-Colonist
Chiefs finally depart KC for Denver amid ice storm after 4 hours spent waiting on the tarmac
KANSAS CITY, Mo.
4 Jan 2025 23:47:46
Prince George Citizen
Jimmy Carter's funeral begins by tracing 100 years from rural Georgia to the world stage
ATLANTA, Ga. (AP) — Jimmy Carter 's extended public farewell began Saturday in Georgia, with the 39th U.S.
4 Jan 2025 23:09:08
Prince George Citizen
Canada tops Slovakia 6-2 in opener at women's U18 world hockey championship
VANTAA — Canada opened the women's under-18 world hockey championship with a 6-2 win over Slovakia on Saturday.
4 Jan 2025 22:58:22
Prince George Citizen
Man accused of firearms offences to appear Monday in B.C. Supreme Court
The accused was charged with seven counts on Aug. 16
4 Jan 2025 22:55:12
Prince George Citizen
Another trial delay for man accused of impaired driving in Prince George
Sick lawyer means 4th delay since the trial began 794 days before
4 Jan 2025 22:50:49
Victoria Times-Colonist
Rybakina defends former coach Vukov after he's suspended by WTA
SYDNEY (AP) — Sixth-ranked Elena Rybakina has defended her former coach Stefano Vukov after he was provisionally suspended by the WTA as the governing body investigates a potential breach of its cod ...More ...
SYDNEY (AP) — Sixth-ranked Elena Rybakina has defended her former coach Stefano Vukov after he was provisionally suspended by the WTA as the governing body investigates a potential breach of its code of conduct.4 Jan 2025 22:02:53
CBC British Columbia
Police find human remains in burned SUV in Abbotsford park
Police in Abbotsford are investigating after officers found what are believed to be human remains inside a vehicle that was set on fire in Sumas Mountain Regional Park. ...More ...
Police in Abbotsford are investigating after officers found what are believed to be human remains inside a vehicle that was set on fire in Sumas Mountain Regional Park.
4 Jan 2025 22:02:37
Victoria Times-Colonist
Player proposes to his girlfriend after losing to Barcelona in Copa del Rey. She says 'Yes!'
BARBASTRO, Spain (AP) — A player from fourth-division club Barbastro lost and won on Saturday. After losing to Barcelona 4-0 in the Copa del Rey, Israel García dropped to one knee on the field and ...More ...
BARBASTRO, Spain (AP) — A player from fourth-division club Barbastro lost and won on Saturday. After losing to Barcelona 4-0 in the Copa del Rey, Israel García dropped to one knee on the field and asked his girlfriend Pilar to marry him.4 Jan 2025 21:32:39
Prince George Citizen
Zibanejad says the Rangers have 'no other option' than to stay positive as the losses pile up
WASHINGTON (AP) — How the New York Rangers stay positive as the losses pile up is “the million-dollar question” to $8.5 million center Mika Zibanejad. “What’s our option?” Zibanejad said a ...More ...
WASHINGTON (AP) — How the New York Rangers stay positive as the losses pile up is “the million-dollar question” to $8.5 million center Mika Zibanejad. “What’s our option?” Zibanejad said after the Washington Capitals beat the Rangers 7-4 on Saturday.4 Jan 2025 21:12:04
Victoria Times-Colonist
Buccaneers safety Jordan Whitehead was injured in car accident and won't play Sunday
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Jordan Whitehead was injured in a car accident on Saturday and will not play against the Saints on Sunday.
4 Jan 2025 21:10:19
Victoria Times-Colonist
Barcelona request to register Olmo is denied again by Spanish league
MADRID (AP) — Barcelona's request to register Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor for the rest of the season was denied again by the Spanish league and federation on Saturday.
4 Jan 2025 21:07:17