Major drug trafficking bust in Peace region
An eight-month-long investigation by CPSEU-BC led to a large seizure of drugs, firearms, and cash in the Peace region.
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Ministry hopes to bring recovery program to Fort St. John
Rising Above Ministry held an informational session last week about the recovery program they plan to open in Fort St. John.
Upper Halfway Elementary getting new gym
The installation of walls for Upper Halfway Elementary’s new gym began this week.
Low job growth predicted for northeast B.C.
The latest British Columbia Labour Market Forecast predicts low job growth for northeast B.C. in coming years.
New Chamber of Commerce CEO ready to start
The new CEO of the Fort St. John Chamber of Commerce, Kathleen Connolly, is excited to get to know the community.
Crystal Cup registration deadline is Friday
Team registration for the Crystal Cup Pond Hockey Tournament is coming to a close soon.
Hudson’s Hope water treatment plant in transition
Hudson’s Hope water treatment plant has begun the process of transitioning to river water.
Resource sector, rural B.C. excluded from Throne Speech: Peace River MLAs
Peace River MLAs feel rural B.C., and the resource sector were notably absent in the recent Throne Speech.
City to hold hearing on property consolidation
The City of Fort St. John is holding a public hearing for a zoning bylaw amendment that would consolidate commercial properties.
Highway 97 open after brief shut down
A shut down on Highway 97 south of Chetwynd caused by a vehicle incident has been cleared.
UPDATED: Olympic skateboarder coming to Fort St. John
Olympic skateboarder Ryan Decenzo is coming to skate with students in Fort St. John.
Driving without license common problem: Fort St. John RCMP
The Fort St. John RCMP said residents driving without a proper driver's license is a problem they see often.
Tumbler Ridge warns against recycling needles
The District of Tumbler Ridge is warning residents not to dispose of needles in the recycling after finding two in residential recycling bins.
Over 1k boxes packed locally for Operation Christmas
Residents in Fort St. John and Prespatou donated enough items to pack 1,452 boxes for children during Operation Christmas 2022.
Former Rotary Club president wins Golden Gavel
Local Rotarian Vince van Wieringen was awarded the Golden Gavel for his work with the Rotary Club of Fort St. John.
BC Conservative Party on drug decriminalization
BC Conservative Party leader Trevor Bolin recently spoke out against the recent decriminalization of certain drugs in B.C.
Former School District 59 teacher suspended for racist remarks and “aggressive behaviour”
A former School District 59 teacher has been suspended for four weeks for aggressive behaviour and making racist remarks.
