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Jacob Gendron

Jacob Gendron is a journalist from Brantford, Ontario, and a graduate of the journalism-broadcast program at Fanshawe College in London, ON.
Jacob is passionate about telling impactful local stories and keeping communities informed. He brings a thoughtful, engaging approach to covering news that matters to residents of Fort St. John and its surrounding communities.
In his spare time, Jacob enjoys reading, playing video games and listening to music, especially his favourite band, The Beatles.
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Enbridge to host open house on proposed pipeline expansion

The open house will focus on the proposed Birch Grove program, a project aimed at expanding the T-North section of Enbridge’s pipeline.

A dad reading a book to his young baby. (Picsea/Unsplash)
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Radiothon returns to Fort St. John

Fort St. John Literacy Society and Moose Media's radiothon on September 17th encourages people to donate to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, a program that provides free books to young children

Dawson Creek City Hall
Dawson Creek opens public survey as it looks to update Zoning bylaw

The City of Dawson Creek wants the public's feedback on its updated Zoning bylaw. A survey is available until September 10th.

Nearly 3,000 to be impacted by planned power outage in Fort St. John

BC Hydro says the power outage in Fort St. John and surrounding areas is scheduled to take place on September 7th from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

A white BC Transit bus with green and blue waves on it.
BC Transit to add tap validation for BC Bus Pass holders

Starting September 1st, BC Bus Pass holders can use tap validation when boarding buses in Fort St. John and Dawson Creek, using Umo digital payments.

United Way BC expands after-school support program to Buick Creek

Non-profit United Way BC is expanding its School's Out program to Skidegate and Buick Creek, granting after-school resources to children in rural communities.

North Peace Pregnancy Care Centre. (Franki Berry, Energeticcity.ca)
North Peace Pregnancy Care Centre receives $10,000 for storefront upgrade

The North Peace Pregnancy Care Centre has received a $10,000 donation from Beem Credit Union in order to upgrade its storefront.

Outdoor pool in Hudson's Hope. (The District of Hudson's Hope)
Last chance to swim at Hudson’s Hope outdoor pool as it readies for season closure

Hudson's Hope Swimming Pool will officially be closed for the 2025 season starting Thursday, August 28th.

Action thriller ‘Blind Dates’ showcasing local talent to premiere in Dawson Creek

Local filmmaker Rob Brown blends 1980s style, journalism and Dawson Creek talent in his latest film project, Blind Dates, which premieres at the George Dawson Inn on August 22nd.

Fort St. John Women’s Resource Society faces critical food shortage as demand soars

The Fort St. John Women’s Resource Society is calling on the community to help fill its nearly empty shelves at its Outreach Store. 

Dawson Creek seeks applicants for Library Board position

Expressions of interest for the Dawson Creek library board position are being accepted until September 15th at 4:30 p.m.

Rotary Club in FSJ at the breakfast drive-thru. (Supplied)
Fort St. John Rotary Club to host ninth annual Drive Thru Breakfast

The Drive Thru Breakfast will be held on September 11th from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. in the Safeway parking lot.

Northern Lights College director wins provincial leadership award

Tony Mei, Northern Lights College's director of international education, was awarded the 2025 International Education Distinguished Leadership Award by the BC Council for International Education.

Fort St. John Hospital front entrance in daylight.
Fort St. John Northern Health staff complete cultural safety training

Northern Health staff from Fort St. John and Dawson Creek have completed a cultural safety course to improve Indigenous care.

Fort St. John DQ raises over $14k on Miracle Treat Day 2025

Fort St. John’s Dairy Queen sold more than 1,600 Blizzards and raised more than $14,600 for the BC Children’s Hospital during Miracle Treat Day 2025.

The damaged eagle sculpture gifted by Chetwynd to Prince Rupert. (City of Prince Rupert)
Chetwynd’s eagle sculpture gift restored by Prince Rupert after vandalism

A wood carving of an eagle, gifted to Prince Rupert by the District of Chetwynd, has been restored after it was vandalized in May.

A white BC Transit bus with green and blue waves on it.
Fall bus changes include weekend HandyDART service in Fort St. John

Expanded BC Transit options are coming to Fort St. John starting August 31st, including expanded HandyDART hours on weekends.

Fort St. John elementary school vandalized with graffiti

The vandalism to Robert Ogilvie Elementary School was reported on Saturday, August 9th after likely taking place the previous night.

A picture of the lap pool at the North Peace Leisure Pool.
PRRD steps back from North Peace pool replacement project, hands over to Fort St. John

Plans to replace the North Peace Leisure Pool are moving forward under new guidance, with the City of Fort St. John now taking the reins and the PRRD taking a step back.

Drought remains challenge for Peace region ranchers despite recent rainfall

According to a director of the BC Cattlemen’s Association, Talon Gauthier, July rain helped Peace region ranchers, but drought remains a challenge.

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