Ninja course, rock wall top wish list for new Fort St. John pool
Survey results show the public's most-wanted features for Fort St. John's new pool are a ninja cross obstacle course, an indoor rock climbing wall and a second waterslide.
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Refrigeration Safety Awareness course coming to Fort St. John
The course from the Recreation Facilities Association of B.C. will be held at the Pomeroy Sport Centre from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on March 7th.
Premier commits to future investigation of Tumbler Ridge shooting
B.C. Premier David Eby has committed to Peace River South MLA Larry Neufeld to conduct an investigation into the February 10th mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge.
Tumbler Ridge Community Centre nominated for Kraft Hockeyville
The Tumbler Ridge Community Centre is a nominee in the contest, which offers a $250,000 grand prize and the opportunity to host an NHL pre-season game.
Peace River North MLA criticizes healthcare gaps in 2026 budget
Peace River North MLA Jordan Kealy argued the 2026 budget overlooks northeast residents, specifically pointing to healthcare and mental health services.
Construction of new Dawson Creek hospital two months ahead of schedule
The Dawson Creek and District Hospital replacement project's substantial completion date has moved from November 30th to September 29th, 2026.
PRRD marks Pink Shirt Day with anti-bullying message
The Peace River Regional District is encouraging residents to stand against bullying this Pink Shirt Day 2026.
FSJ city council to attend inaugural BC Agriculture Forum
The city council voted 4-2 to attend the forum, with takes place in Penticton on June 24th and 25th,
Snow squall watch issued for Peace region
Snow squalls and wind gusts up to 90 km/h are expected mainly for communities along the Rockies, says Environment Canada.
Tentative agreement reached for community health workers in Peace Region and across B.C.
Community health workers in the Peace region are among 26,000 across B.C. covered by a new deal reached between the province and CBA.
Dr. Kearney Middle School teacher who goes ‘above and beyond’ named February’s Pita Pit Teacher of the Month
Mike O'Brien, a grade seven teacher at Dr. Kearney Middle School, has been named Pita Pit Teacher of the Month for February 2026.
Northern Health adjusts Tumbler Ridge shuttle to once-daily
Beginning on February 24th, the shuttle will depart from Tumbler Ridge at 7 a.m. and will return to Tumbler Ridge at 7:45 p.m.
Free youth hangout returns to Lido Theatre
The second 4U Youth Hangout will take place on Saturday, February 28th, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and is open to youths aged 12 to 18.
Province expands at-home care program as Fort St. John project remains delayed
B.C. Ministry of Health's expansion of its Long-term Care at Home program comes as a new facility in Fort St. John remains delayed.
Applications now open for business facade improvement grants in Fort St. John
Fort St. John's Business Facade Improvement Program, now open for applications in 2026, provides local businesses with up to $10,000 to upgrade their storefronts.
‘Tumbler Ridge is not alone’: Peace River South MLA leads historic throne speech response
Peace River South MLA Larry Neufeld was selected by the NDP government to be the first member to respond to the speech from the throne on February 17th.
Fort St. John RCMP BBQ fundraiser collects more than $40,000 for Tumbler Ridge
The Fort St. John RCMP's BBQ fundraiser for families and individuals affected by the mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge on February 10th has raised over $40,000.
Fort St. John theatre group to host auditions for double-feature show
Stage North Theatre Society is holding drop-in auditions for productions of War of the Worlds and Sleepwalker on February 21st, 22nd and 28th, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Province launches online condolence book for Tumbler Ridge victims
The online condolence book for the victims of the Tumbler Ridge school shooting on February 10th is available to sign at the government of B.C.'s website until the end of the day on Friday, February 20th.
Tumbler Ridge shooting survivor cleared to return home following surgery
Paige Hoekstra, who survived the February 10th mass shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School, has been cleared to return home.
