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Shailynn has been writing since she was 7 years old but started her journey as a journalist about a year ago. Shailynn was born and raised in Fort St. John, and she plays video games during the week and D&D on the weekends. More by Shailynn Foster

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Investigation underway into report of shots fired near Duncan Cran

Fort St. John RCMP is investigating possible gunshots near Duncan Cran on Sunday.

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CORRECTION: Semi-truck rollover causes delays in Pine Pass

A semi-truck rollover on Highway 97 is causing delays south of the Pine Pass summit.

CNRL donates $5,000 to Women’s Resource Society

CNRL donated $5,000 to the Women’s Resource Society Friday afternoon, just in time for the holidays.

Dog with leg injury surrendered to South Peace SPCA

A two-year-old husky and lab mix named Dobby was surrendered to the BC SPCA’s South Peace animal centre after being attacked.

UPDATE: Canadian Red Cross, UNICEF investigate alleged scam in Fort St. John

The Canadian Red Cross and UNICEF are conducting an internal investigation after receiving several reports of residents being allegedly scammed in Fort St. John.

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Seniors to benefit from grants in Peace region

Seniors in Taylor, Pouce Coupe and Hudson’s Hope will benefit from grants for policies and projects supporting their active and independent lives.

RCMP in early stages of investigation after break-in Friday morning

The Fort St. John RCMP received a report of a break-and-enter in progress Friday morning and said an investigation is underway.

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Court Report: November 6th to 10th

Below are the latest sentences handed out from the Fort St. John and Dawson Creek Provincial Courts from November 6th to 10th.

Fundraiser being held for local man’s legal fees after participating in Freedom Convoy

A fundraiser is being held at the Lido Friday night for Bern Bueckert to cover the costs for his upcoming trial in Ottawa.

Man with pellet gun draws significant police presence on Tuesday

Fort St. John RCMP took down a man who was allegedly holding a firearm on Tuesday afternoon, later finding out he was wanted by police and the pistol was a pellet gun.

WANTED: Daen Robert Rakose

The Fort St. John RCMP is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 44-year-old Daen Robert Rakose, who is wanted for two counts of failing to comply with a probation order.

Fort St. John repeals benchmark community policy for broader comparisons

Fort St. John council repealed the benchmark communities policy during a council meeting on Tuesday, allowing the city to now draw comparisons from any municipality.

City of Fort St. John, VRS Communities working on seniors housing complex

The City of Fort St. John and VRS Communities are working to bring a 115-unit seniors housing complex to the city’s core.

Fort St. John approves zoning amendment for healthcare facility

Fort St. John council has approved a zoning bylaw amendment to allow for renovations and construction of an orthopedic clinic and rapid access primary care walk-in. 

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Fort St. John convenience store robber arrested

The Fort St. John RCMP have arrested a suspect in connection to a robbery at Winks convenience store on Friday.

UPDATE: Wanted 34-year-old man located

The Fort St. John RCMP was looking for 34-year-old Gavin James Lee Davis in November, who was wanted on multiple warrants for assault and other offences, but he has been arrested as of January 24th.

UPDATE: Jeep, pickup truck involved in vehicle incident in Taylor

Fort St. John RCMP were called to a motor vehicle incident in Taylor late Wednesday afternoon.

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Salvation Army kettle campaign launches in Fort St. John

The Fort St. John Salvation Army launched its annual kettle campaign on Tuesday and is looking to raise $150,000.

North Peace Secondary School presents Monty Python-inspired King Arthur tale

Students at North Peace Secondary School (NPSS) are retelling the legend of King Arthur with a Monty Python spin for this year’s musical.

Be An Angel tree on display in Totem Mall

The Be An Angel Tree was set up in the Totem Mall on Sunday, featuring ornaments from those who donated to Fort St. John Hospital Foundation in honour of a loved one.

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