Taylor Public Library board looks to appoint two new trustees
The District of Taylor is looking to appoint two people to fill trustee vacancies on the Taylor Public Library board for the term until November 30th, 2027.
Wildlife society theorizes burned bear ‘hibernated in slash wood pile’ as its condition improves
The bear - rescued near Dawson Creek - was likely burned while attempting to hibernate in a slash pile, according to Northern Lights Wildlife Society manager.
Registration set to close for 2026’s first long-track speed skating time trial
The Fort St. John Speed Skating Club's time trials - including on January 3rd - are race prep for future meets, such as the BC Long Track Championships in January.
Ten-foot snow pile ‘from city roads’ blocks man’s driveway in Fort St. John
Fort St. John's Steven Farquhar has not been able to access his driveway after snow was piled there on December 27th.
Indigenous explainers: What are land acknowledgements?
Land acknowledgements are quoted before community events or council meetings, recognizing the Indigenous ancestors who lived and live upon the land.
Planned outages to affect over 400 BC Hydro customers in Fort St. John
BC Hydro has scheduled two outages in Fort St. John, one on January 6th and the other on January 13th, 2025.
Fort St. John fireworks display to ring in New Year’s Eve
Fort St. John's early fireworks display can be seen from the field northeast of the Fort St. John Hospital from 8 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. on December 31st.
(OPINION) Enserva CEO: So, you signed an MOU on energy – now what?
Gurpreet Lail, CEO of Enserva - the industry association for energy - writes on the recent memorandum of understanding signed between Ottawa and Alberta.
BCCDC confirms three more measles cases to end 2025, all in Northern Health region
The BCCDC's latest report on December 29th says there have been three new measles cases in Northern Health's area, bringing the B.C. total to 414.
Fort St. John mayor reflects on 2025, outlines major projects ahead
Mayor Lilia Hansen said residents can expect “significant progress” in 2026 with major projects such as the new water reservoir and pool.
South Peace drivers urged to use caution as strong winds cause drifting snow
Argo Road Maintenance says drivers in the South Peace region should use caution due to strong winds and drifting snow affecting road conditions.
Fort St. John cannabis store applies for licence to move location
Cannabis Corner has applied to the City of Fort St. John to relocate the business to 10115 100th Street.
(UPDATE) MLA brands ER diversions ‘unacceptable’ after Fort St. John and Dawson Creek closure overlap avoided last minute
Northern Health says "unavoidable staffing challenges" caused multiple ER closures over the week of Christmas, and nearly resulted in a double closure in Fort St. John and Dawson Creek.
Court Report: December 22nd to 26th
Today’s court report contains all the sentences handed down in the Peace region between December 22nd to 26th.
Flyers’ players expected to be named in league fan page’s all-time top 100 list
The top 100 list is being compiled by NPHL statistician for fan page NPHL Fan Zone, Chris Clegg.
