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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

School District 60 raises over $14,500 for cancer research in Terry Fox School Run

School District 60 raised $14,562.75 at the Terry Fox School Run in 2023 to support cancer research. 

Peace River Zone Theatre Festival starts on May 23rd

The Peace River Zone Theatre Festival in Fort St. John will kick off on May 23rd at the North Peace Secondary School (NPSS), featuring three diverse performances by the school’s theatre program and Stage North. 

UPDATE: Bert Ambrose Elementary teacher recognized with Classroom Champions award

A Bert Ambrose Elementary teacher was recognized during a morning assembly on May 22nd for her contributions to the school, its Classroom Champions program, and the community.

UPDATE: Sunscope recalls NĂśTRL tumblers in Canada over potential hazards

A voluntary recall for a promotional tumbler in Canada has been issued due to possible consumer safety hazards. 

Lotto MAX ticket pile. (BCLC)
$65K Lotto Max ticket sold in Fort St. John

Anyone who bought a Lotto Max ticket in Fort St. John for the May 17th draw should get their tickets checked.

Community unites to support family faced with unexpected tragedy

A GoFundMe for a stay-at-home mother whose fiance recently passed away is approaching its $30,000 fundraising goal almost three weeks after its publication. 

2024 Peace Motocross Association Race Circuit comes to Fort St. John on May 25th

The Fort St. John Motocross Club is hosting the Peace Motocross Association’s 2024 circuit this coming weekend. 

Young duck enthusiast’s flock finds haven in Fort St. John

A family says they’re grateful to the Fort St. John residents for accommodating their family’s flock of ducks after evacuating Fort Nelson.

The Parker Lake wildfire. (BC Wildfire Service)
Second incident management team deployed to combat wildfires in Prince George Fire Centre

During a press briefing on the wildfire situation in the northeast, Minister of Emergency Preparedness Bowinn Ma announced the mobilization of a second incident management team to combat fires with the Prince George Fire Centre.

Aerial view of Fort Nelson. (Fort Nelson Chamber of Commerce)
Mayor Rob Fraser optimistic amidst challenges presented while firefighters continue battling Fort Nelson wildfires

The mayor of the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality joined the May 17th broadcast of This Week in the Peace on Moose FM, sharing a mostly positive update on the wildfire battles in the Fort Nelson region. 

A picture of a blue building in an empty parking lot under a grey sky.
Fort St. John offers remote ESS registration for evacuees

The City of Fort St. John has announced that evacuees can now register or renew their status with the Fort St. John Emergency Support Services Reception Centre remotely without travelling to the facility. 

Emergency generators deployed in Fort Nelson as wildfires damage power lines

BC Hydro published an update for Fort Nelson customers on Facebook on May 16th, confirming significant damage to infrastructure in the region and reduced services. 

Fort Nelson evacuees painting uplifting mural in Fort St. John

Fort Nelson evacuees have begun painting a mural on the side of a shipping container in the North Peace Arena parking lot.

Fort St. John Kennel Club kicks off season with Taylor Show on May 17

The Fort St. John and District Kennel Club will kick off its showing season on May 17th at Taylor District Ice Centre.

Vendor sign-up open for North Peace Cultural Centre’s market on June 15th

The North Peace Cultural Centre’s Bright Nights in June Maker’s Market has been announced for 2024 and is now looking for local vendors and artists interested in joining. 

Join top female leaders at Spark Women’s Leadership Conference in Fort St. John

Registration for the 2024 Spark Women’s Leadership Conference in Fort St. John has opened.

Dr Kearney Middle School performing The Addams Family musical at North Peace Cultural Centre

Students from Dr Kearney Middle School will perform a comedic musical at the North Peace Cultural Centre starting May 16th. 

NPSS cosmetology students offering hair care for evacuees

The cosmetology program at the North Peace Secondary School through Northern Lights College has opened its doors to evacuees looking for hair care during their stay in Fort St. John. 

Taylor council unanimously proclaims first Pride Week for 2024

Pride Week has been declared in the District of Taylor for the first time in its history.

BC Coroners Service announces inquest for 2019 death in Dawson Creek

An inquest has been announced by the BC Coroners Service into the death of a 23-year-old woman in Dawson Creek RCMP custody five years ago.

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