‘It’s what kept me going’: Organizer opens registration for inaugural multi-sports camp
The inaugural Fort St. John Elevate Youth multi-sports camps will run in July and August 2025 at North Peace Secondary School.
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Cyclist celebrates solid result at Edmonton elite race
Nigel Wray, a mainstay of the Blizzard Bicycle Club, came fifth against other elite racers at the Alex Stieda Classic in May.
Firefighters battle multiple wildfires in Fort Nelson zone
There were at least seven new fires discovered between Monday, May 26th and June 2nd.
Peace River Regional District issues further evacuation orders and alerts due to Kiskatinaw River wildfire
The Peace River Regional District has issued second and third evacuation orders and third and fourth evacuation alerts for the Kiskatinaw River wildfire.
Fort Nelson First Nation issues evacuation alert for Fontas area
Fort Nelson First Nation (FNFN) has issued an evacuation alert for residents within the area of the Fontas River, telling people to be “ready at a moment’s notice” to leave.
‘Protected by past burns’: Fire south of Dehacho Creek sits at 1,885 hectares
The BC Wildfire Service says the Dehacho Creek fire has burned 1,885 hectares, but no resources are being allotted to it at this time because it is "protected" from spreading by wet ground and past burns.
Canada Day 2025 event organizers offered micro-grants up to $1k
Local businesses and organizations celebrating Canada Day 2025 can apply for a one-time micro-grant of up to $1,000 from the City of Fort St. John.
Wildfire north of Fort St. John burns 20 hectares
The wildfire reported on Monday, June 2nd is located in the Etthithun River area, near the Alberta border.
Fontas River wildfire expands to reach 6,286 hectares
The fire near the Fontas River east of Fort Nelson, which is an 'overwintering' fire, has now burned 6,286 hectares.
‘I appreciate everyone’: Community rallies after husband and father’s terminal diagnosis
The Fort St. John community is fundraising to help Tony Lloyd, who has been diagnosed with glioblastoma - a fast-growing brain tumour.
Prophet River track athlete to participate in high school provincials
Chanelle Chipesia-Burton of Prophet River First Nation will be among nine members from Fort Nelson Secondary School (FNSS) to take part in the BC High School Track and Field Championships in Langley.
Cyclist overcomes flat tire and gusty winds to win Blizzard Bicycle Club time trial
Winds of up to 57 km/h welcomed riders on Thursday, May 30th for the event, a 16-kilometre race to round out the month at Baldonnel Elementary School, with a statement from the club saying riders “had their hands full.”
Hudson’s Hope among several areas earmarked for road resurfacing
A 35-kilometre stretch of Highway 29 from Hudson's Hope to Canyon Drive is designated for "recycling asphalt surfacing."
Fort St. John now classified as at ‘extreme’ risk of wildfires
Several communities in northeast B.C. – including Fort St. John – are now in an area labelled an ‘extreme fire danger,’ according to the BC Wildfire Service.
‘Anybody can come’: FSJ disc golf club’s new board seeks to make sport more accessible
Fort St. John Disc Sports Club wants people to know the sport is open for all to come and try the game at Toboggan Hill and in Charlie Lake.
Hundreds of students explore healthcare careers at travelling roadshow
Grade 10 and 11 students from North Peace Secondary School (NPSS) took part in the Healthcare Travelling Roadshow on May 26th and 27th.
Fort St. John Filipino independence celebrations set for first weekend of June
Filipino Independence Day celebrations during Filipino Heritage Month 2025 are taking place in Fort St. John on June 8th.
Fort St. John defenceman’s ‘physicality and work ethic’ nets him role with Kindersley Klippers
Cowyn Loney, who spent the 2024-25 hockey season with the Nanaimo Buccaneers and the Port Alberni Bombers, has been signed by the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League's Kindersley Klippers.
First Nations high school students explore career paths at event
Indigenous entrepreneurs and representatives from various industries helped School District 60 students explore different careers at the Pathways to Indigenous Futures event hosted by Northern Lights College.
Police officers recover $1,200 in ‘stolen goods’ following bike theft report
Around $1,200 of stolen merchandise has been reportedly recovered by the Fort St. John RCMP after officers were called to an alleged bike theft on May 23rd.
