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Caitlin Coombes

Caitlin Coombes

A newcomer to the Peace region, Caitlin flew from Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, to be the Civic Reporter at Energeticcity.

Wanting to make a career of writing, Caitlin graduated from Carleton University’s School of Journalism and moved to P.E.I. to begin writing for a local newspaper in Charlottetown.

Caitlin has been an avid outdoorswoman for most of her life, skiing, horseback riding and scuba diving around the world.

In her downtime, Caitlin enjoys reading, playing video games, gardening, and cuddling up with her cat by the window to birdwatch.

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Caitlin's Latest Articles

Dangerous suspect a priority for Prince George RCMP

Prince George RCMP are cautioning residents about a dangerous individual wanted on numerous charges.

Northern Health urges Peace River residents to schedule flu & COVID-19 shots this season

Northern Health continues to advocate for Peace River region residents to book appointments for vaccinations as the weather continues to cool. 

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BC Premier Eby to announce new cabinet as post-election transition continues

With the election concluded, the new cabinet is scheduled to be sworn in at Government House. 

Rural Minds Matter event to bring mental health awareness to Fort St. John

A mental health awareness campaign aimed at rural and remote communities across Canada is coming to Fort St. John. 

Tim Hortons announces 2024 Holiday Smile Cookie campaign

Tim Hortons has announced its 2024 Holiday Smile Cookie campaign to support charities and community groups. 

Dogs in crates being loaded onto airplane while a man in a BCSPCA Investigations jacket stands in the foreground.
BC SPCA warns of carbon monoxide dangers for pets and people

The BC SPCA is kicking off a week of awareness on the dangers of carbon monoxide throughout the province. 

Public input sought on Taylor’s $7.8M streetlight upgrade plan

The District of Taylor Council is planning public input outreach on street lighting upgrades recommended in Taylor. 

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Braden Road closed due to vehicle incident

DriveBC has reported a road closure off Highway 97 near Farmington, which is expected to continue until 10 a.m. on November 5th. 

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Chetwynd Hospital Emergency Department closed overnight

The Chetwynd Hospital Emergency Department has reopened after closing overnight due to staffing challenges.

Dawson Creek City Hall
Dawson Creek proclaims Louis Riel week in November

The City of Dawson Creek council has voted to proclaim the week of November 10th to 16th as Louis Riel Week in Dawson Creek. 

City of Dawson Creek proclaims Crime Prevention Week

The City of Dawson Creek council has declared the first week of November to be Crime Prevention Week. 

Dawson Creek council appoints new members to library board

The City of Dawson Creek has approved several appointments to the Dawson Creek Municipal Library Board during a regular council meeting. 

Site C first generating unit operational, reservoir nearing completion

BC Hydro has released an update on construction and activities at Site C, detailing results as reservoir filling nears completion. 

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Population growth fuels employment increase, not economic conditions

The Chartered Professional Accountants of B.C. (CPABC) has reported a ‘softening’ of the provincial labour market since the start of 2024.

First-of-its-kind study reveals menopause impacts on women in British Columbia

The Women’s Health Research Institute (WHRI) has released a report following a first-of-its-kind study on menopause in the province of British Columbia. 

Fort St. John family business fined for safety violation

A family business in Fort St. John has been fined more than $5,000 by WorkSafeBC for a safety violation observed in August. 

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Public feedback invited on development variance permit application

The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) has announced its intent to consider approving a development variance permit for a property development.

Fort St. John council approves salaries for 2027 council and annual pay changes

The City of Fort St. John council has approved the 2027-2030 annual remuneration for councillors elected to the next city council.

Fort St. John City Hall
Landslide prevention in Fort St. John gets council support for $4M grant 

The City of Fort St. John council has approved a grant application to a provincial grant for the purpose of conducting natural disaster risk reduction efforts in 2025.

Fort St. John plans trail lighting and park expansion projects for 2025

The City of Fort St. John is proceeding with loan applications totaling more than $1.69 million for two community infrastructure projects to be completed in 2025. 

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