Advertisement

Author

Caitlin Coombes

Caitlin Coombes

In 2024, Caitlin moved to the Peace Region to be the Civic Reporter for Energeticcity.ca.  In 2026, Caitlin was named the News Director.

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.

Advertisement

Caitlin's Latest Articles

B.C.’s unemployment rate drops below national average in April Labour Force Survey

B.C.’s unemployment rate fell below the national average in April, according to the latest data from Statistics Canada.

Peace Gallery North showcases Peace Region talent in new exhibit

A new exhibit at Peace Gallery North has been opened to the public, highlighting the natural beauty of the Peace Region in print media. 

Fort St. John and Dawson Creek raises $33,700 on McHappy Day

Approximately $33,700 was raised through McHappy Day this week for Ronald McDonald House B.C. and the Child Development Centres in Dawson Creek and Fort St. John. 

Fort St John seeks resident input on bylaw changes

The City of Fort St. John is inviting residents to two open houses regarding proposed bylaw updates for the building and sign bylaws.

BC Hydro grant funds tree planting at Fort St. John’s off-leash dog park

Several new trees will be planted at Fort St. John’s off-leash dog park this week, thanks to a $7,500 ReGreening Grant from BC Hydro.

Peace region residents benefit from free bear safety sessions

For the second year in a row, Tumbler Ridge resident Kale Ericson is providing free bear safety training for residents in Northern BC.

Holdover fire near Fort Nelson reignites, spreads to 500 hectares

An out-of-control fire in Nogah Creek, 60 kilometres east of Fort Nelson, is being monitored by the Prince George Fire Centre.

Dawson Creek encourages residents to prepare for emergencies, BC emergency alert test this Wednesday

The City of Dawson Creek is working to prepare residents for emergency responses during Emergency Preparedness Week from May 5th to 11th, and as part of the week, the province will be issuing an emergency alert test.

First Nations collaborate with independent geoscience to enhance understanding of water resources

A new dataset from a program about water quality, quantity and climate research in Northeast B.C. has been released, combining settler and indigenous research.

Close the CTA