North Wind updates PRRD on $25 million recovery centre
North Wind Wellness Centre Society has updated the PPRD on its plans to build a $25 million addiction recovery centre in Pouce Coupe.
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Federal alcohol tax to increase by 6.3 per cent April 1st
The federal government will increase the tax on beer, wine and spirits by 6.3 per cent on April 1st.
Shady Acres residents bringing awareness on dangerous water
Residents of Shady Acres have been dealing with water issues since 2019, and a meeting held on March 7th hopes to spark change and awareness.
Nearly decade-long RCMP drug investigation comes to a close
The RCMP FSOC recently concluded an international drug investigation that started in 2014 and involved a cocaine bust in Fort St. John.
Northeast B.C. illicit drug deaths unreported in January
Statistics released by the BC Coroners Service shows that there were no illicit drug deaths reported in northeast B.C. in January 2023.
Davies gets emotional telling local’s cancer story in BC legislature
Peace River North MLA Dan Davies said he didn’t mean to get emotional while recounting a Fort St. John man’s story with cancer.
Bernier presents petitions on rise in crime to BC Legislature
Peace River South MLA Mike Bernier presented a petition on a perceived rise in crime in Dawson Creek to the B.C Legislature on Wednesday.
Davies continues push for riding name change
North Peace River MLA Dan Davies is continuing his push to have his riding’s name changed to include the Northern Rockies.
Bolin announces move to interim leader of BC Conservatives
Trevor Bolin will be stepping down as leader of the BC Conservative party.
Taylor mayor said update on pulp mill is “hard news”
Taylor mayor Brent Taillefer says Canfor’s recent announcement that it “doesn’t see a path forward” with the Taylor pulp mill is “hard news.”
PRRD to host community meeting in Rose Prairie
The PRRD is planning to host a community meeting to give Area B residents an update on the Rose Prairie water station.
Peace River MLAs call provincial budget ‘bizarre’
Both Peace region MLAs say the NDP’s budget doesn’t align the money with the issues the province is trying to tackle.
Davies calls for return of unvaccinated health workers
MLA Dan Davies has called on the provincial government to allow unvaccinated healthcare workers in B.C. to return to work.
Northeast carbon storage open house sees 250 registrants
Geoscience BC held a virtual open house to discuss the recently released report on geological carbon capture storage in northeast B.C.
Social group created for neurodivergent youth in Fort St. John
A social group for neurodivergent youth has started running in Fort St. John.
Arts Council presents Creative Hub update to council
City councillors discussed the proposed Creative Hub with the Fort St. John Arts Council after being presented with a progress report.
Tumbler Ridge YMCA expands childcare services
YMCA BC has announced it will be expanding childcare services in Tumbler Ridge for school-aged children.
City to purchase new rescue equipment
The Fort St. John Fire Department will soon be receiving new equipment to help in car wreck rescue efforts.
Pomeroy sign to be fixed after wind damage
Fort St. John council has instructed staff to have the Pomeroy Sports Centre sign fixed after it was damaged by high winds on February 9th.
Rising Above to host event on understanding addiction
Grand Prairie-based Rising Above Ministries will be hosting an event at the Pomeroy Sport Centre in March on understanding addiction
