Japanese investors important for B.C. energy industry

News Following yesterday's announcement of further Japanese investment into northern B.C.'s coal industry, Premier Christy Clark told Moose FM/energeticcity.ca via conference call that we'll likely be seeing more Japanese investments in our area. She explained that Japanese industries are moving away from nuclear power, which before the March 11, 2011 tsunami accounted for 30 per cent of the country's energy use.

Posted 15 hours 46 min ago by Erica Fisher

Curtains up tonight on Peace River Zone Theatre Festival

News The Peace River Zone Theatre Festival begins this evening, and this year, it's all about the local talent. The Festival will feature three play from local companies Stage North and The Spectacular Chair Factory, as well as two showcase plays from North Peace Secondary School.

Posted 10 hours 32 min ago by Erica Fisher

Dreher earns top 20 finish at Richmond tournament

Sports Kirby Dreher wrapped up her most recent two-day tournament finishing within the top 20. Over the past two days, the Fort St. John LPGA member competed in the 36-hole, par 72 CN Canadian Women’s Tour at the Richmond Golf and Country Club, finishing up her second and final round shooting a 4-over 76 to finish the tournament in a three-way tie for 19th.

Posted 11 hours 2 min ago by Sean Assor

New Strategy outlines mine creation, streamlines regulatory processes

News Minister of Energy and Mines Rich Coleman outlined a plan for the creation of eight new mines and the expansion of nine existing ones today, as part of a new "mining strategy". The new B.C. Mineral Exploration and Mining Strategy also includes the streamlining of regulatory processes and the building of partnerships with First Nations.

Posted 11 hours 47 min ago by Erica Fisher

The ICE U15 looking for national championship

Sports The ICE U15 Women’s Volleyball Club is about to begin what’s being called "the biggest Canadian volleyball open the country has ever seen". The local volleyball club has travelled east to Toronto, to take to the court at the Direct Energy Centre in hopes of winning the 2012 Canadian Open Volleyball Championships.

Posted 11 hours 53 min ago by Sean Assor

Fort St John Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Tournament May 25th Register Now!

Blog Have you registered your team yet? The Fort St John & District Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament May 25, 2012 at Lake Point Golf & Country Club Why...

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Moberly Lake day care wins Award of Excellence

News When you drop off your child at day care, you want to feel comfortable that they're in a safe and encouraging environment. According to one parent, at the Dakii Yadze Centre in Moberly Lake that's exactly how you feel. That's why Jade Hills nominated the Centre for a Child Care Award of Excellence - an award it subsequently won.

Posted 12 hours 47 min ago by Erica Fisher

Potential Slo-Pitch Tournament looking for players

Sports Organizers are testing the waters to see if there is any interest for a Men’s Slo-Pitch tournament. The potential tournament, which has not yet been confirmed, would be held in Fort St. John on Saturday, June 2 and Sunday, June 3 and despite it being a male-only tournament, would still follow the rules of slo-pitch.

Posted 13 hours 9 min ago by Sean Assor

Japanese investors important for B.C. energy industry

News Following yesterday's announcement of further Japanese investment into northern B.C.'s coal industry, Premier Christy Clark told Moose FM/energeticcity.ca via conference call that we'll likely be seeing more Japanese investments in our area. She explained that Japanese industries are moving away from nuclear power, which before the March 11, 2011 tsunami accounted for 30 per cent of the country's energy use.

Posted 15 hours 43 min ago by Erica Fisher

Triathlon returning to Fort St. John after hiatus

Sports Anyone interested in challenging their athletic abilities will soon have a unique opportunity to do so. After a several year hiatus, Sunday, June 3, local athletic enthusiasts will test themselves running, swimming and biking, marking the return of the Fort St. John Triathlon.

Posted 16 hours 2 min ago by Sean Assor

Energetic Learning Campus Information Night

Blog The Energetic Learning Campus is holding an information night about Project Based Learning, presented by the leadership class. Please join us on May 23rd at 7pm at the ELC located in the Pomeroy...

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Fort St John Triathlon June 3rd

Blog There are about 40 spots left open for the individual athlete. Please get your registration in before it’s to late. Registration will close 1 week before the event so we don’t want...

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FSJ Mens Slo-Pitch Tournament June 2nd & 3rd.

Blog $300 Entry Fee Cash Prize Home Run Derby Guaranteed 3 Games Just testing the waters to see if there are any takers that are interested in playing in an all mens tournament. There are fields...

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Nesbitt sets second record in as many races

Sports Mark it the second race in a row that Patrick Nesbitt has set a blizzard Bike Club record. On Tuesday, May 15, the local riding club raced in their third duathlon of the five race series involving a 2 km run, 10 km bike ride and ending with another 2 km run, with Nesbitt placing first with a new course record of 30:36.

Posted 16 hours 46 min ago by Sean Assor

Fort St. John Take Off Pounds Sensibly

Blog OPEN HOUSE! TOPS BC#2132 is having an open house Free to Public- All Genders Everyone is welcome to join us with no obligation When: May 31/2012 Where: Pomeroy...

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North Peace Horticultural Society Announcments

Blog 1. North Peace Horticultural Society in Fort St John plans their annual Garden Tour on July 15/12, from 10am to 4pm. Tickets are available at the museum one week prior and on the day of the...

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Fort St. John mayor at inaugural B.C. Mayor's Caucus

News Fort St. John Mayor Lori Ackerman is in Penticton today for the inaugural B.C. Mayor's Caucus. 86 mayors from across the province are gathering for the three-day meeting, which will cover topics from creating a "new deal" for local communities to building the provincial economy.

Posted 17 hours 31 min ago by Erica Fisher

Environmental assessment legislation changes apply to Site C

News There's First Nation's confirmation that recently announced changes to Federal Environmental Assessment rules, which appear to be directed at the proposed Northern Gateway Project, would also apply to the proposed Peace River Site C Dam power project. The proposed changes to the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act and the Fisheries Act are scheduled to come into force this summer.

Posted 18 hours 14 min ago by Dwight Ford

Early morning home invasion by masked suspects

News One man is in custody and three others are wanted by police after an early morning home invasion in Fort St. John. Shortly after 1:00 this morning, four males allegedly entered a residence on 96 Avenue, assaulting a male and female residents.

Posted 1 day 10 hours ago by Erica Fisher

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