Minister warns wildfires may burn 30 per cent of region in 2025
The minister of forests, during a tour of the northeast, spoke about the significance of this year's wildfire season and its dangers.
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Mine rescue and first aid teams in Tumbler Ridge recognized at provincial competition
Conuma Resources' mine rescue and first aid teams received multiple awards at the annual 2025 BC North Central South Zones Mine Rescue Competition.
Warning of Canada Day measles exposures in Fort St. John ER
Northern Health warns of two measles exposure incidents on July 1st and 2nd at the Fort St. John Hospital emergency department.
Heavy industry company with Tumbler Ridge roots appoints son to late father’s CEO position
LaPrairie Group of Companies has announced its new CEO is Cliff LaPrarie, son of former CEO Scott LaPrairie.
Fort St. John clinic identified as new measles exposure site
Northern Health has reported a third measles exposure location in Fort St. John in June.
Peace residents file complaint against David Suzuki Foundation over ‘misleading’ picture
Eight Peace River region residents have filed a complaint for the alleged false use of a picture to describe the Montney region.
Northern independence group hosts meeting to measure local interest
A group of around 40 to 50 locals came together in Cecil Lake to discuss the subject of northern independence.
Wildfires in the Peace: Living with wildfires in northeast B.C.
A deep-dive into the activity, behavior and effects of wildfires over the past 25 years in the Prince George Fire Centre region.
First tanker departs LNG Canada in Kitimat
The first shipment of liquid natural gas (LNG) has departed LNG Canada's Kitimat B.C. facility.
Chetwynd hospital closes three times in one month
Northern Health announced three emergency room closures in June for a total of 84.5 hours, all at the Chetwynd General Hospital.
(UPDATE) Enbridge moves ahead with construction despite stall on South Taylor road improvements
Construction on a compressor station site in South Taylor as part of the planned Aspen Point project has begun.
Ice improvements considered for District Ice Centre in Taylor to improve quality and lower energy costs
Taylor is considering using Local Government Climate Action Program funding to upgrade ice-making technology at the District Ice Centre.
Site C reports minor increase in employment for May
BC Hydro is reporting an increase in employment numbers during May 2025 as work on the Site C hydroelectric dam continues.
Pocket Knife Creek wildfire restriction reduced thanks to weather and firefighting efforts
The BC Wildfire Service has adjusted the Pocket Knife Creek wildfire area restriction due to firefighting efforts and weather conditions.
Northern Health officer encourages measles vaccination as cases climb
Northern Health chief medical health officer Dr. Jong Kim is encouraging everyone to check their vaccination status for measles amid an outbreak in northeast B.C.
39-year-old Fort St. John diner to close for two months amid hiring difficulties
The Silver Creek Cookhouse has announced it will be closing from July 1st to September 4th due to a lack of cooking staff.
Taylor’s annual report details lower debt per capita and higher municipal reserves
The District of Taylor's 2024 annual report was released on June 23rd, and shows positive financial gains throughout the year.
City recognizes People’s Choice award winners
The City of Fort St. John council handed out four North Peace People's Choice Awards during the June 23rd council meeting.
Taylor reports $3.5m in staff costs, $90k for elected officials in municipal finance report
The District of Taylor has released its financial statements for 2024, highlighting staff salaries, expenses and municipal finances.
Measles cases jump again in Northern Health
Northern Health reports 33 of British Columbia's 49 measles cases as of the B.C. Centre for Disease Control's latest June 24th update.
