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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

Student-built electric vehicles thrill School District 60 Board of Trustees

Two teams of students joined the School District 60 board of trustees ahead of their final board meeting of the school year for a demonstration of two self-built electric vehicles. 

District of Taylor announces Moira Green’s resignation as CAO

A District of Taylor's administration member has resigned from her position as Chief Administrative Officer.

UPDATED: Fort St. John student shines at national science fair

A seventh-grade student from Fort St. John saw success at a national science fair in May. 

Draft capital plan outlines five key projects for School District 60

A draft for five major projects planned in School District 60 was approved during the final board of trustees meeting for the 2023-2024 school year. 

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Student learning and growth prioritized in School District 60’s strategic vision

At their final meeting of the school year, the School District 60 board of trustees approved the final version of the district’s 2024-2029 strategic plan.

Coroner’s Inquest verdict for Jaime Diane Hope’s death released

A coroner’s inquest in Dawson Creek has come to a close with the jury returning from deliberations to present their verdict. 

The Parker Lake wildfire. (BC Wildfire Service)
Fort Nelson wildfires intensify amid extreme heat and drought

BC Wildfire Service is cautioning members of the public about an increase in wildfire activity in the Fort Nelson region.

Testimony concludes in coroner’s inquest, jury to deliberate

Two key witnesses brought their testimony before the court on the fourth day of the coroner’s inquest into the death of Jamie Hope during her time in Dawson Creek RCMP custody in 2019.

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School District 60 seeks clarity on early learning funding

School District 60’s board of trustees is seeking clarification on early learning and daycare from the Ministry of Education and Early Childhood.

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Ministry to review school project proposals

During the last district school board meeting of the 2023-24 school year, the board approved the 2024-2025 expenditure plan for an estimated $1.88 million annual facility grant (AFG). 

Inquest into Jaime Hope’s Death uncovers critical medical insights

The third day of the coroner’s inquest into the death of Jamie Hope in April of 2019 featured testimony from medical professionals involved with Hope’s care in Dawson Creek and Prince George. 

Northeast B.C. well surveys reveal minimal methane leaks

BC Energy Regulator has concluded seven years of well surveys across Northeast B.C., finding that less than one per cent of the wells surveyed had methane leaks. 

Testimonies continue in inquest of Jaime Hope’s RCMP custody death

The second day of a coroner’s inquest into the death of a woman in Dawson Creek RCMP custody in 2019 saw further testimony from RCMP and city employees. 

Fort St. John RCMP seize cash, drugs in major trafficking bust

On June 18th, RCMP released information about a search executed on a suspicious residence in Fort St. John. 

Road safety organization urges vigilance for animals on roads

Drivers in the Peace region are being encouraged to be cautious of animals on the roads this summer, especially when travelling to and from work. 

Witness testimony unveiled in Dawson Creek RCMP custody death investigation

A two-week coroners inquest into the death of a 23-year-old woman has begun in Dawson Creek.

Fort St. John vet clinic loses accreditation, barred from practice

A controversial veterinarian clinic in Fort St. John has officially lost its accreditation and is no longer allowed to practice veterinary medicine. 

Heavy rainfall prompts high stream advisory for Northeast region of B.C.

A high streamflow advisory for the Northeast Region has been issued due to heavy rains expected over the weekend.

UFA Foundation expands grant program to western Canada

A $100,000 grant program has been launched for rural communities across Western Canada.

North Peace River to receive much-needed rainfall over weekend

A heavy rainfall warning has been issued by Environment Canada for the North Peace River over the weekend.

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