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Grizzly bears in Quesnel subdivision cause concern, debate

Unusual bear sighting well inside the city

Grizzly sightings in the residential areas of Quesnel have raised safety concerns among residents.

A grizzly (perhaps two) was seen by many residents who watched it wander around and pick at food sources throughout the Johnston Subdivision over the weekend (Sept 16-17).

Julie Dorge of Julie Dorge Photography happened to be one of the people who set eyes on the brown beast, which she described as looking “hungry and skittish” as it prowled the neighbourhood.

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Frank Peebles

About the Author: Frank Peebles

I started my career with Black Press Media fresh out of BCIT in 1994, as part of the startup of the Prince George Free Press, then editor of the Lakes District News.
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