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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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City prioritizes resources and intergovernmental relations for local government convention

The City of Fort St. John council has approved two resolutions focused on the resource sector and intergovernmental relations for the 2026 North Central Local Government Association (NCLGA) convention.

Hudson’s Hope rescinds ‘boil water’ notice after chlorine concern

The District of Hudson's Hope says it has resolved water quality concerns after an unexpected error with its chlorine management systems.

Fort St. John completes city water main pipeline repairs

The City of Fort St. John has completed repairs on its water main pipeline after three days of water conservation by residents.

A sign that reads Fort Nelson Hospital
Fort Nelson ER closes all day for ‘staffing challenges’

The Fort Nelson General Hospital emergency department has closed for the day on February 7th due to "staffing challenges."

Fort St. John Hospital ER re-opens after overnight closure

The Fort St. John Hospital's emergency department has re-opened after a staffing-related closure overnight from February 6th to 7th.

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No new measles cases for a week in northeast B.C.

The BC Centre for Disease Control reported no new cases of measles in northeast B.C. on February 5th since its January 29th update.

The Taylor Bridge that goes over the Peace River.
Chamber backs ‘coordinated, persistent’ Taylor Bridge advocacy as ministry insists it is ‘committed to long-term solution’

The Ministry of Transportation and Transit says it is working on a concept plan and permanent solution for the Taylor Bridge.

City overspends by nearly $500K on 2025 snow clearing after near-record December weather

The City of Fort St. John council went overbudget for snow clearing by almost $500,000 in 2025 after near-record snowfall in December.

Taylor appoints new committee member amid district logo redesign

The District of Taylor council has elected another member of staff to its logo committee which has been ongoing since 2024.

Police appeal after ‘youth’ pedestrian hit by vehicle in Tumbler Ridge

Tumbler Ridge RCMP officers are looking for eye witnesses or dash cam footage after a January 30th incident where a boy was hit by a car.

NRRM raises alarm about Alaska Highway safety near Pink Mountain

The Northern Rockies Regional Municipality is looking to the Peace River Regional District for support with solving a driving hazard at the Pink Mountain Campsite entrance onto Highway 97.

Taylor ponders solutions for $680K budget shortfall

The District of Taylor is working to make up a $680,000 shortfall in its upcoming 2026 budget by balancing proposed taxation rates for residents.

Overnight maintenance planned for Taylor Bridge

Taylor Bridge will be reduced to single-lane, alternating traffic overnight on February 6th for maintenance, according to Dawson Road Maintenance.

Taylor seeks funding for ice centre and golf clubhouse renovations

The District of Taylor is applying for Northern Development Initiative Trust grants to support planned renovations at the District Ice Centre and the Lone Wolf Golf Course Clubhouse.

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Number of hours of northeast ER closures declines year-on-year in January, with Chetwynd ER shut twice

Northern Health reported two emergency room closures in northeast B.C. during January 2026, down from five in the same month in 2025.

City agrees to explore options around $20K support for youth mental health services

The City of Fort St. John council has voted to allocate $20,000 towards supporting Saplings Mental Health Services, pending the results of a staff report on the organization's future needs.

City supports licence application of cannabis store seeking to relocate

The City of Fort St. John has voted to support an application by Cannabis Corner to the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch for a licence at a new location.

City councillors report $77K+ in 2025 travel expenses

The City of Fort St. John council recorded and reported over $77,000 in travel expenses in 2025, with councillors representing city residents at events from Prince George to Bellevue, Washington.

(UPDATE) City proposes 100 projects worth $54.62 million for 2026

The City of Fort St. John has revealed its draft capital budget for 2026, which outlines almost 100 projects slated to cost $54.62 million this year. None of that funding would come directly from city taxes.

Province ponders Inga Lake amid dam safety concerns

Ducks Unlimited and members of the Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship spoke with the Peace River Regional District about Inga Lake possibly being decommissioned.

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