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Mountains of glass: the archeological intrigue of B.C.'s Mount Edziza Park

Mountains of glass: the archeological intrigue of B.C.'s Mount Edziza Park

The largest known obsidian outcrops in Western Canada are found here, etched into the soil eight million years ago, a gift left behind by basalt strato-volcanoes, shield volcanoes, lava domes and calderas.
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A scientist explains the science of Santa Claus

A scientist explains the science of Santa Claus

How does Santa Claus deliver so many presents so fast? Albert Einstein figured it out.
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BC Ferries cancels northern sailings over mechanical issue, 'hurricane-force winds'

BC Ferries cancels northern sailings over mechanical issue, 'hurricane-force winds'

PRINCE RUPERT, B.C. — BC Ferries says it's cancelling sailings to and from Prince Rupert until Dec. 28 due an engine issue coupled with forecasted "hurricane-force winds.
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B.C. driver who caused multi-vehicle crash was high on magic mushrooms

B.C. driver who caused multi-vehicle crash was high on magic mushrooms

Liam Richard Marvin Woodland, 29, will likely be sentenced sometime in February.
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B.C. mom upset at lack of options for criminal charges after man enters her home

B.C. mom upset at lack of options for criminal charges after man enters her home

"I want to see some change and I'd hate to see this happen to somebody else."
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Prince George Christmas tree comes full circle 57 years later

Prince George Christmas tree comes full circle 57 years later

Doreen Denicola shares her story of the Christmas tree her family had in their newly-built home in 1966 and how its journey reflected life on the Prince George homestead.
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Bobby Orr phone call raises spirits of dying B.C. man

Bobby Orr phone call raises spirits of dying B.C. man

Prince George couple contacted hockey legend to arrange memorable meeting for their Port Moody friend Jim Owen
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Environment Canada warns of 'very strong storms' set to hit B.C. coast over Christmas

Environment Canada warns of 'very strong storms' set to hit B.C. coast over Christmas

VANCOUVER — Environment Canada says a "series of very strong storms" is set to hit British Columbia's coast early next week and has issued wind warnings going into the Christmas long weekend. The agency issued wind warnings for B.C.
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Comox Valley RCMP seek man wanted for assault, firearm possession

Comox Valley RCMP seek man wanted for assault, firearm possession

Police say the charges include uttering threats of harm, assault with a weapon, reckless discharge of a firearm, and possession of a firearm while prohibited.
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Expansion of FortisBC natural gas network in Okanagan denied despite utility's warning of shortfalls

Expansion of FortisBC natural gas network in Okanagan denied despite utility's warning of shortfalls

The upgrade project would have included about 30 kilometres of new pipeline between Chute Lake and Penticton.
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