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PG Designs @pgdesigns.bsky.social · 17h

Captain Fred Burr wasn’t just a firefighter he was one of those people Prince George was built on.

By 1960, Burr was 36, a husband and father of 3, known for his calm presence and quiet leadership. On May 4 the alarm rang for what was expected to be a minor house fire. He didn’t make it home .

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Andrew Kurjata @akurjata.ca · 1d

Dawson Creek, B.C. has declared a state of local emergency as ongoing drought drops water supply to its last 150 days www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

Dawson Creek, B.C., declares state of local emergency amid record drought | CBC News

The small northeastern B.C. city of Dawson Creek has declared a state of local emergency as unprecedented drought continues to drain its only supply of drinking water.

www.cbc.ca

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PG Designs @pgdesigns.bsky.social · 2d

On August 12, 1913, the name “Prince George” was officially chosen — a moment that gave shape and identity to the place we call home.

What began as a railway stop became a city built on resilience, creativity, and connection — the same spirit that still fuels the people and businesses here today.

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PG Designs @pgdesigns.bsky.social · 3d

There was a time when George Street was the heart of everything where you could grab your groceries, a dry goods order & maybe a pint, all on the same block.
The Europe Hotel stood proud under its neon sign, with W. DeLong Groceries, Bi-Rite Market & W.C. Lawler Dry Goods keeping the shelves full.

PG Designs @pgdesigns.bsky.social · 4d

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PG Designs @pgdesigns.bsky.social · 5d

In 1975, a fire took the Fort George Regional Museum. The loss was felt across town — not just for the building, but for the stories inside it.

When the call went out to rebuild, I sent in five dollars for one square foot of new ground.

PG Designs @pgdesigns.bsky.social · 7d

Summer of 1970.

It was the kind of day that shimmered — the Watrous Street pool alive with the sound of splashing, laughter, and joy.

Among the children that day was 7-year-old Barry Bilyk, a Connaught Elementary student who loved to be near the water even though he couldn’t swim.

PG Designs @pgdesigns.bsky.social · 8d

$1.49 Day at Woodward’s — A Tuesday Tradition

It’s Tuesday — and if you close your eyes, you can almost hear it:
“Dollar forty-nine day, Woodward’s… dollar forty-nine day, Tuesday!”

PG Designs @pgdesigns.bsky.social · 8d

great find with winter coming!

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PG Designs @pgdesigns.bsky.social · 9d

PG Designs @pgdesigns.bsky.social · 12d

Some people don’t just live in a place — they *become* part of it, Bud Bargy was one

He came to Prince George in 1949 from Saskwhen ball diamonds were carved out of dust and determination. Days were spent at Northwood but once the whistle blew, you could count on Bud being out on the field

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Prince George Citizen @pgcitizen.bsky.social · 14d

They need medical care, so donations are welcome www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/f...

Fifteen cats rescued from hoarder house

Humane Society puts out the call for donations to help them recover

www.princegeorgecitizen.com

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PG Designs @pgdesigns.bsky.social · 12d

There’s something about a story that lingers — like the corner store that knew your name or a photo that brings back gravel roads and fresh bread.

That’s what we do at PG Designs. We help local businesses share their stories so they’re remembered — cafés, shops, family-run services, old and new.

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PG Designs @pgdesigns.bsky.social · 13d

On October 2, 1992, the lights went out at the Plaza 400 Famous Players on George Street. Just like that, Prince George lost another piece of its movie magic.

In only 18 months, three local theatres had closed their doors: Parkwood, Spruceland, and finally Plaza 400.

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PG Designs @pgdesigns.bsky.social · 14d

Who remembers the name of a kid who delivered your papers?

a man is riding a bicycle with a bag on his back that says ' fox '

ALT: a man is riding a bicycle with a bag on his back that says ' fox '

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PG Designs @pgdesigns.bsky.social · 14d

I love your stories!!

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PG Designs @pgdesigns.bsky.social · 15d

On this day in 1960, a modern Stone Age family hit the airwaves. 🦕📺
The Flintstones became the first animated series in prime time, paving the way for everything from The Simpsons to today’s adult cartoons.

Yabba-Dabba-Doo still echoes 64 years later.

#OnThisDay #Flintstones #CartoonHistory

a cartoon of the flintstones driving a car on a road

ALT: a cartoon of the flintstones driving a car on a road

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PG Designs @pgdesigns.bsky.social · 16d

On Saturday nights in 1972, the Coliseum lights glowed, the Spruce Kings hit the ice, and SAAN’s ad reminded you where you’d likely been earlier that day. At 385 Victoria Street, SAAN was a fixture downtown

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PG Designs @pgdesigns.bsky.social · 18d

Every marketer’s got a story — here are three of mine. But one of them isn’t true. Can you guess which? 👀

1.. I have seen every Star Wars movie ever made.

2.. I once biked to Hixon by myself.

3.. I love ice cream drumsticks.

At PG Designs, we believe in stories that spark curiosity

PG Designs @pgdesigns.bsky.social · 19d

Back on January 19, 2003, the Prince George Citizen carried one of the strangest ads ever printed in our city.

“WANTED: Someone to go back in time with me. This is not a joke… You’ll get paid after we get back. Must bring your own weapons. Safety not guaranteed. I have only done this once before.”

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PG Designs @pgdesigns.bsky.social · 20d

In Sep 1953, four-year-old Ronnie Aspinall pedalled his tricycle down a Prince George street & never came home.

Neighbours searched. Police searched. His parents never stopped searching. For decades, Jack and Dot Aspinall lived with their door unlocked, hoping one day Ronnie would walk through it.

PG Designs @pgdesigns.bsky.social · 21d

Born in Vancouver but raised here from the age of 12, Gordie found his stride at 14 and by 1957 was standing tall in the crease for the Mohawks. He led the team to three championships, posted the league’s best goals-against average three years running, and even served as club president.

PG Designs @pgdesigns.bsky.social · 22d

In 1913, a bold plan was drawn for a brand-new city on the banks of the Fraser. The Grand Trunk Pacific Development Company imagined Prince George as the “metropolis of the North,” and their map looked more like a dream than a blueprint.

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PG Designs @pgdesigns.bsky.social · 24d

Back in 1973, Prince George families could their milk, butter, and ice cream delivered right to their door by Fraser Maid Dairy
• Half a gallon (1.9 L) of milk was under $1
• Coffee cream 44¢ a pint (473 ml)
• Butter 85¢ a pound (454 g)
• Ice cream? A full 2½ gallons (9.5 L) for just over 6 dollars