Peace River North MLA proposes new school safety bill in aftermath of Tumbler Ridge tragedy
Peace River North MLA Jordan Kealy has gained first reading approval for his new School Amendment Act 2026.
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Fort St. John council readjusts proposed budget with 1.85 per cent tax increase
The City of Fort St. John council is considering a 1.85 per cent tax increase to its municipal taxes as part of its $130.7 million operating and $54.62 million capital budgets in 2026.
‘Staffing shortage’ closes Dawson Creek maternity ward overnight
The Dawson Creek and District Hospital's maternity ward has reopened after a "staffing shortage" closed the facility overnight for 19 hours from March 4th to 5th.
PRRD pursues answers about future of Inga Lake
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) is prodding the province for clarity about the future of Inga Lake in northeast B.C.
Northern Health reports at least 82 hours of northeast ER closures in February
Northern Health has reported at least 82 hours of ER closures across northeast B.C. in February 2026.
MLAs continue calls for full public inquiry into Tumbler Ridge tragedy
Two MLAs, including Peace River South MLA Larry Neufeld, continue to call for a full public inquiry into the February 10th mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, after a coroner's inquest was announced on March 3rd.
Fort St. John council pens open letter requesting return of seniors housing funding
Fort St. John council has voted to pen a letter demanding the return of funding for a senior housing project in the city.
(UPDATE) Hudson’s Hope Health Centre reopens after closure due to ‘staffing challenges’
The Hudson's Hope Health Centre has reopened after "staffing challenges" closed the facility from February 24th.
Vehicle incident closes Alaska Highway north of Fort Nelson
The Alaska Highway, Highway 97, is closed 50 kilometres north of Fort Nelson due to a car incident.
‘Staffing challenges’ close Chetwynd General Hospital ER overnight
The Chetwynd General Hospital's emergency department has closed overnight due to "staffing challenges."
City council reconsiders 2026 NCLGA resolutions
The City of Fort St. John council has decided to overhaul its list of resolutions for the 2026 North Central Local Government Association in May.
Expanded hours, services to continue at Tumbler Ridge Health Centre
Northern Health has announced extended hours at the Tumbler Ridge Health Centre will continue "into the spring," and it will become the "central location for mental health."
Nine more measles cases reported by Northern Health in latest report
On February 19th, the BC Centre for Disease Control reported 10 cases of measles for the week, with nine coming from the Northern Health region.
NRRM approves terms of reference and $65K budget for new healthcare committee
The Northern Rockies Regional Municipality has approved the budget and founding documents for its select committee on healthcare in the community.
Fort St. John to host public meeting for new five-year budget
The City of Fort St. John is hosting a public meeting for residents on February 23rd to comment on the proposed five-year capital plan, 2026 operating and 2026 capital budgets.
MLA’s financial agent fined after election campaign donation from business
Elections BC fined Kim Nadeau, the financial agent for MLA Jordan Kealy during the 2024 provincial election, $150 for "accepting a prohibited contribution." Kealy said it was an “innocent mistake” which was “rectified very quickly.”
PRRD launches grant program for rural businesses
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) and the Northern Development Initiative Trust (NDIT) have launched a new Business Facade Improvement Plan to support businesses.
Energy regulator approves Taylor to Gordondale pipeline project
The Canada Energy Regulator has approved Pembina Pipeline's Taylor to Gordondale pipeline project for pre-construction preparations.
‘Tumbler Ridge strong’: Vigil held for victims of mass school shooting
A vigil was held in Tumbler Ridge for the victims of the Tumbler Ridge Secondary School mass shooting on February 10th.
Forensic work underway at school after Tumbler Ridge shooting
The BC RCMP are continuing to conduct forensic work at the Tumbler Ridge Secondary School after the deadly February 10th mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge.
