Snowfall warning for Pine Pass during frontal system storm
A snowfall warning has been issued for Highway 97 in the Pine Pass area near Chetwynd as part of a frontal system moving through the region.
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City honors Métis heritage with Louis Riel Day proclamation
The City of Fort St. John has proclaimed November 16th to be Louis Riel Day in recognition of a pivotal member of the Métis people.
Cancer Support Society Presents to Fort St. John Council
A local group offering support for those impacted by cancer presented to the City of Fort St. John council about their activities and services during the November 12th committee of the whole meeting.
Dawson Creek RCMP report crime reduction trends amidst staffing challenges
Dawson Creek RCMP have reported a decrease in calls for service and some promising crime trends since the start of the year in their most recent monthly report to council.
Fort St. John approves seasonal sewer rate increase starting in 2025
The City of Fort St. John council has approved an increase to sewer rates starting in 2025.
New Fort St. John water rates and late payment fees set for 2025
The City of Fort St. John is moving forward with changes to water rates starting in 2025.
Public hearing approved for Co-op development in Fort St. John
The City of Fort St. John Council has tentatively approved a zoning amendment bylaw pending a public hearing in the coming weeks.
Fort St. John raises concerns over federal international student permit changes
The City of Fort St. John Council has voted to write a letter to the federal government about policy changes set to impact international student study permits and post-graduate work permits.
Pouce Coupe opposes Vernon’s push to stop fossil fuel government funding
The Village of Pouce Coupe has voted to formally oppose a resolution put forward to the Union of British Columbia Municipalities (UBCM) to eliminate fossil fuel funding.
(UPDATE) Highway 97 open at North Taylor Hill after vehicle accident
Highway 97 has been partially closed on North Taylor Hill due to a vehicle accident that occurred around 12 p.m. on November 12th.
Fort St. John sees spike in theft, drop in shoplifting in October
The Fort St. John RCMP detachment has submitted an update to City Council regarding policing activities in the region, reporting a drop in shoplifting activities but an increase in vehicle thefts.
Peace River Regional District approves solid waste updates and expansion
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) has approved upcoming changes to solid waste coupons and an expansion of the Chetwynd Landfill, as well as a strategic plan for 2025.
PRRD approves three year funding extension for Seniors Aging in Place
The board of directors at the Peace River Regional District (PRRD) has authorized a three-year extension on a contract for the Seniors Aging in Place Support Services Program.
PRRD extends climate resiliency contract with Pinna Sustainability to 2026
A contract with Pinna Sustainability Inc. for research into a regional climate resiliency plan has been extended to 2026 by the Peace River Regional District (PRRD).
North Peace Regional Park improvement considerations deferred to 2025
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) continues to consider feasibility improvements for the North Peace Regional Park, and has deferred the latest report to 2025.
Big League Utilities awarded PRRD tender for Charlie Lake sewer system repairs
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) is moving forward with a tender for repairs to the Charlie Lake Lift Station.
RCMP still searching for missing teen last seen in 2016
Dawson Creek RCMP continue to seek information from the public about a young man missing since March of 2016.
BC Hydro completes Site C reservoir filling, begins generating
BC Hydro has completed the filling of the Site C reservoir after 11 weeks.
Workers’ camp and fuel station project hearing scheduled
The date for a public hearing of a major project pending approval by the Peace River Regional District is coming up next week.
Canada-U.S. relations cabinet reinstated to address post-election cooperation
In the wake of the U.S. election on November 6th, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced the re-establishment of the Cabinet Committee on Canada-U.S. Relations.
