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Ruth Prarthana Stephen Albert

Ruth Albert

Starting out as a lifestyle reporter in India, Ruth moved to Canada to study journalism at Sheridan College, Oakville, Ontario.

Once she completed the program, Ruth moved to the Peace region to be a general assignment reporter for Energeticcity.ca. In her downtime, Ruth loves to travel, cook, bake and read.

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Government of Canada awards Alaska Highway contract to Indigenous-owned business partnership

The Government of Canada has awarded a design-build contract to an indigenous-owned business partnership to rehabilitate the Alaska Highway and protect it from climate-related damage.

Power outages in Peace region to affect more than 500 customers

BC Hydro planned power outages to affect more than 500 customers in Chetwynd, Fort St. John and Dawson Creek.

Peace River region maintained ‘adequate’ moisture levels, according to April’s report

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada's agroclimate specialist said there is no significant drought in the Peace River region.

North Peace Community Foundation offers $50k to charitable and non-profit organizations

The deadline to submit an application for the North Peace Savings Community Legacy Fund of $50,000 is May 15th, 2026.

(UPDATE) FOI revealed LNG’s use of Spare Flare due to ongoing defect in flare stack

An ongoing operational defect has cracked LNG's flare stack in Kitimat, leading to the use of the facility's spare flare as its largest source of flaring in March.

Community-driven initiative to help suicide prevention capacity in Fort St. John, Peace Region

The Foundry Fort St. John, along with other community partners are working towards youth suicide prevention capacity in Fort St. John and the Peace River region. 

Northeast B.C. ERs close 150+ hours in April

Northern Healths' emergency department closures in northeast B.C. totalled 192 hours in April.

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Court Report: May 4th to May 8th

Today’s court report contains all the sentences handed down in the Peace region between May 4th and May 8th, 2026.

SD60 estimates lower enrollments for the 2026/2027 school year

The School District 60 presented its preliminary budget to the public on May 5th at the board office.

Prescribed burn planned for Fort Nelson on May 12th

BC Wildfire Service and the Northern Rockies Fire Rescue will conduct a prescribed burn for Fort Nelson on May 12th.

Northern Lights Choral Society to host annual spring concert

The Northern Lights Choral Society's spring concert - From Earth to Sky - has been scheduled for May 31st at 6 p.m. at the North Peace Cultural Centre.

Tim Horton’s Smile Cookie Campaign raised thousands to support the Fort St. John Hospital Foundation

Tim Horton's Smile Cookie Challenge has raised more than $24K to support the Fort St. John Hospital Foundation.

Hudson’s Hope Health Centre’s ER closes for a week

The emergency department at the Hudson's Hope Health Centre will be closed for a week until May 19th at 8:30 a.m.

Taylor Bridge 2-week cleaning to cause delays

Commuters can expect minor delays on the Taylor Bridge from May 11th to May 22 from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on weekdays.

GoByBike Week returns to Fort St. John

The GoByBike Week, a province-wide initiative, is all set to return to the City of Fort St. John from May 31st to June 6th.

Dawson Creek receives $50K grant for Safe Community Situation Table

The City of Dawson Creek has received $50k in funding to support the implementation of a Safe Community Situation Table.

School District 60 announces new superintendent

School District 60 has announced that it has hired a new superintendent effective July 1st, 2026.

SD60 to host annual Xplorefest this week

School District 60's Xplorefest 2026 has been scheduled for May 7th at the Pomeroy Sport from 9:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.

Tumbler Ridge shooting victim’s family reports operation success

Tumbler Ridge school shooting victim, Maya Gebala's prosthetic skull surgery was a success, according to a update on her GoFundMe page.

Court Report: April 27th to May 1st

Today’s court report contains all the sentences handed down in the Peace region between April 27th and May 1st, 2026.

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