Darin Bain

Darin is a news reporter for Vista Radio's Prince George stations. His career started in the Cariboo in 2020, working as a News Reporter in both 100 Mile House and Williams Lake before making the move to Prince George in late 2021.

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City Council voices support for inland port proposal

Prince George City Council will be offering in-principle support for a proposal brought forward by a local MLA. 

New Active Transportation Plan approved by Council

The City of Prince George has a new Active Transportation Plan designed to encourage walking, cycling, rolling, and other human-powered modes of transportation throughout the community. 

Rebels run wild over Kodiaks

It's another week in the loss column for the Prince George Kodiaks, who fell 57-8 to the Westshore Rebels at Starlight Stadium Saturday. 

Darin’s Sports Shorts; Sunday, September 13th

Recap of local and national sports.

City Council to explore bylaw amendment to allow urban bee hives

Prince George City Council has voted to explore a bylaw amendment to allow urban beehives within city limits. 

Category 2 and 3 fire prohibitions to be lifted in Stuart Nechako Forest District

Category two and three open fires will once again be permitted in the Stuart Nechako Forest District. 

College of New Caledonia serving up a new school year

The excitement of new beginnings is in the air at the College of New Caledonia’s Prince George Campus today (Tuesday), as the College welcomed students for another school year.

City invites community to free screening of Toy Story 5 in the park

Residents are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or a blanket to enjoy the film, which will be projected onto a giant inflatable movie screen.

Free event for PG youth to be held at Masich Place Stadium

Prince George Youth for Christ is gearing up to host a free event for youth in Prince George to end the summer and help kick off the school year. 

Canfor Leisure Pool reopening Monday

Prince George residents looking for a last minute swim of the summer will be able to get one in today. (Monday)

City Council to consider motion to allow urban beehives

The notice of motion, put forward by Councillors Cori Ramsay and Tim Bennett, says the definition of "livestock" under City of Prince George Bylaw No. 7850, 2007 does not include apiaries, and is therefore silent on the allowance of urban hives within city limits. 

Darin’s Sports Shorts; Monday, September 7th

Recap of local and national sports.

Cougars and Mavrik Turnbull Foundation partner on season-long fundraising initiative

The Cougars have partnered with the foundation to have a promo code for the season, with some money from every ticket sold using the code going to the Foundation.

Fare increases take effect in Prince George’s transit system

The price for a single ride on a BC Transit bus or for handyDART service is increasing 25 cents, going up to $2.75. 

Darin’s Sports Shorts; Sunday, September 6th

Recap of local and national sports.

Retired Firefighter seeking a spot on City Council

Dan Pears, who served as Assistant Chief during his time as a firefighter, says he will to bring practical leadership, responsible decision-making, and a lifelong commitment to public service to City Hall. 

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Work begins on new year-round insulated building at Rainbow Park

Construction is expected to be completed by the summer of 2027.

PG city council fighting for local solutions at UBCM Convention

Today (Monday), the group will be meeting with Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General Nina Krieger as well as Canfor pulp senior management.

Brendan’s Sports Shorts; Monday, September 14th

The Cougars open the regular season with a home double-header against the Penticton Vees Friday (7pm) and Saturday (6pm) from CN Centre.

Cariboo Hockey Wrap; Monday, September 14th

Cariboo improves to 2-0 on the season and travels to Burnaby next weekend when they face the Vancouver Northeast Chiefs Saturday (3:30pm) and Sunday (10:45am) from the Scotia Barn.

UNBC MSOC battle UBC Thunderbirds to hard-fought draw

The Timberwolves hit the road next weekend battling Fraser Valley (2-3-1) on Friday at 7:45pm and Trinity Western (2-3-1) Saturday evening at 7:15pm in Langley.
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