BC Wildfire Service firefighters return after efforts in Australia
BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) firefighters have returned after helping Australia with efforts to tackle the Walwa River Road blaze since late January 2026.
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Thousands cut off from internet, cell service in Hudson’s Hope, Chetwynd after truck rips down lines
TELUS customers in Chetwynd and Hudson's Hope faced cell and internet outages for many hours on February 26th, 2026.
Two locations in Fort St. John identified for potential measles exposure
Northern Health has warned the community about a potential measles exposure at two location in the Fort St. John area.
Chetwynd and District Hospital Foundation ‘grateful’ for West Moberly First Nations’ masquerade gala contribution
The Chetwynd and District Hospital Foundation has recognized the West Moberly First Nations as the title sponsor of its 2026 masquerade gala.
Registration opens for Bluey Day 2026
Registration is open for The Fort St. John Hospital Foundation's Bluey Day 2026, which has been scheduled for May 23rd at Centennial Park.
Pre-school children ‘love’ SD60’s pretend to be a kindergartener
The School District 60's 'pretend to be a kindergartener for a day initiative will help pre school children transition to kindergarten.
BC Hydro’s upcoming outages to affect more than 50 customers
BC Hydro has planned power outages for more than 50 customers in the surrounding areas of Fort St. John.
City hosts information workshop for Business Facade Improvement
The city of Fort St. John is hosting an information workshop for the 2026 Business Facade Improvement Program on March 2nd from 6 p.m. to 7.30 p.m.
Fort St. John local launches petition for more outdoor play
A Fort St. John student teacher has launched a petition calling for more outdoor time and play in schools in School District 60.
Peace River South MLA calls for Public inquiry into the Tumbler Ridge tragedy
The MLA for Peace River South, Larry Neufeld, is calling the B.C. Government to launch a public inquiry in the aftermath of the Tumbler Ridge tragedy.
Nurse-to-patient ratios and overcrowding patient rooms in FSJ Hospital
Jordan Kealy, Peace River North MLA, is raising concerns about the nurse-to-patient ratio and overcrowding of patient rooms in the Fort St. John Hospital.
(UPDATED) Delivery partner talks misinformation around immigration pilot program
Community Futures Peace Liard in Dawson Creek has cleared doubts regarding the misinformation circulating about the Rural Community Immigration Pilot Program.
Flying Colours Artists Association annual art exhibit back for 2026
A Fort St. John art group is geared up to host its annual exhibit titled Points of View: Watermarks on March 6th at Peace Gallery North.
BC Highway Patrol to charge hefty fines for distracted driving, no seatbelts
March has been considered as the month for both distracted driving and occupant impaired driving campaigns across B.C. by the Highway Patrol.
‘Sooner than later’: SD60 superintendent on securing exterior access in schools
The School District 60 shared an update of school security measure and it intends to start securing exterior access to schools soon.
FSJ RCMP report increase in property, motor theft crime in January
In its January 2026 Policing Report, the Fort St. John RCMP has reported a slight increase in property and motor crimes.
Court Report: February 16th to 20th
Today’s court report contains all the sentences handed down in the Peace region between February 16th and 20th, 2026.
FSJ local raised $5k for Tumbler Ridge community
A Fort St. John hairstylist joined with other hairstylists to raise $5,000 for the community of Tumbler Ridge.
Canadian Red Cross raises more than $1 million to Tumbler Ridge
The Canadian Red Cross has raised more than $1 million for the community impacted by the Tumbler Ridge Secondary School shooting.
(UPDATE) RCMP arrests relative of Tumbler Ridge shooter
The RCMP have arrested a man who is related to the Tumbler Ridge shooter on multiple charges including a Canada-wide warrant for attempted murder.
