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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

Parkwood Southland Hosts 20th Annual Project Heavy Duty

The 20th annual Project Heavy Duty was held with great success at Parkwood Southland off Parkwood Avenue.

Fort St. John Hospital front entrance in daylight.
Fort St. John Hospital closes emergency department temporarily

The Fort St. John Hospital emergency department will not be available to residents from 4 p.m. on June 1st to June 2nd at 7 a.m. 

City seeks feedback on Alaska Road South greenhouse proposal

The City of Fort St. John has received a temporary use permit for a property located on Alaska Road South.

UPDATE: Gentle Pet Clinic dog surgery nightmare leaves family devastated

A Dawson Creek family is mourning the loss of one of their family dogs, and alleges it passed away following an appointment at Gentle Pet Clinic in Fort St. John. 

Fort St. John community band seeks musicians for Canada Day performance

The Northern Winds Community Band is looking for local musicians to join their annual Canada Day performance. 

WestJet and Airline Pilots Association reach tentative agreement

The Airline Pilots Association and WestJet may have reached a tentative agreement after several weeks of negotiations.

Fort St. John vet clinic defies CVBC restrictions, continues services

A veterinary clinic in Fort St. John is continuing to operate despite being restricted by the College of Veterinarians of British Columbia (CVBC) since April 22nd. 

School District 60 office exterior. (File)
Uniform device policy coming to school district 60 for 2024-2025 school year

Following a May 21st School District 60 board meeting, teachers’ struggles with internet connectivity and students were brought back into focus with updated policies starting September 1st. 

Fort St. John robotics team heads to Skills Canada national competition

A robotics team from Fort St. John will be representing B.C. at the Skills Canada National competition from May 30th to 31st.

Stoddart Creek East wildfire brought under control

A wildfire reported in Stoddart Creek East overnight on May 28th has now been brought under control. 

A stethoscope on a clipboard.
Dawson Creek to acquire Eljen Medical Clinic to protect primary healthcare

The City of Dawson Creek is collaborating with stakeholders to acquire the Eljen Medical Clinic on 111th Avenue. 

Provincial minimum wage set to increase by 4 per cent

In a May 28th press release, the British Columbia Ministry of Labour announced the minimum wage would increase by $0.65 an hour starting June 1st. 

Fort Nelson school administration finds safe haven in Fort St. John

In the midst of the Fort Nelson evacuation orders, school administrative staff were able to continue their activities in Fort. St. John. 

Fort St. John Proclaims Pride Week 2024

Council proclaims May 26th to June 1st Pride Week in Fort St. John

New caretaker brings expertise to Peace Island Park

A new caretaker has started at Peace Island Park in Taylor, bringing more than a decade of customer service and a passion for the outdoors to the role. 

The Parker Lake wildfire. (BC Wildfire Service)
UPDATE: Evacuation order for Fort Nelson to be rescinded

The Northern Regional Rockies Municipality and Fort Nelson First Nations have announced that the evacuation order for the region is being rescinded as of May 27th at 8 a.m.

UPDATE: Two Fort St. John students bound for Canada-Wide Science Fair

More than 400 students will gather in Ottawa for the Canada-Wide Science Fair on May 26th, including Emily Mineault and Brendan Hill, two students from Fort St. John. 

Anne Roberts Young Elementary School hosts third annual Bike Rodeo

Students at Anne Roberts Young Elementary spent Friday morning learning bike safety and maintenance at the third annual Bike Rodeo.

School District 60 office exterior. (File)
School staffing crunch continues in School District 60

Staffing in schools continues to be a focus as School District 60 prepares for the 2024 school year. 

Aftermarket police siren on ATV results in fines in Hudson’s Hope

An individual in Hudson’s Hope was ticketed for possession of an illegal aftermarket police siren on May 20th. 

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