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Shailynn Foster

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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Two communities come together to fundraise for Fort St. John woman after losing fiance in tragic ATV rollover

A fundraiser has been started for a Fort St. John woman who lost her fiance in a tragic ATV rollover.

An oil pump at night.
Fort St. John chamber requests pause on B.C.’s proposed emissions cap

The Fort St. John and District Chamber of Commerce is calling for a pause on B.C.’s proposed emissions cap for the energy sector.

Fort St. John cafĂ© up for sale after years in the city’s heart

Whole Wheat and Honey Café is up for sale after serving the community for 13 years.

Fort St. John Child Development Centre celebrates 50th Anniversary with gala

The Fort St. John Child Development Centre (CDC) celebrated 50 years in the community with a gala on Saturday.

Tumbler RidgeLines only newspaper still publishing in northeast B.C.

Tumbler RidgeLines became the only newspaper still in print in northeast B.C. after Alaska Highway News and Dawson Creek Mirror published their final editions last week.

A grey building for the Dawson Creek RCMP detachment with a Canadian Flag in front.
Dawson Creek RCMP officer transported to hospital after sliding on black ice

Staff Sergeant Rob Hughes with the Dawson Creek RCMP said just after 8 a.m., an officer drove over a rise where a fire truck and ambulance were parked and attempted to stop the cruiser.

The front of the North Peace Credit Union building in Fort St. John.
Voting open for proposed merger between Interior Savings, Gulf & Fraser Credit Union

Interior Savings Credit Union is asking members to vote to merge with Gulf & Fraser Credit Union.

A large grey building with the Canadian flag outside of it.
RCMP directing traffic after camper trailer flips on Braden Road

A camper trailer flipped over on the Braden Road and is currently blocking traffic, according to the Dawson Creek RCMP.

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PRRD director announces intention to run for Peace River North MLA

Kealy made the announcement in a social media post on Saturday, noting that his nomination papers have been submitted.

Left turn signals being installed on Highway 97 near McDonald’s in Fort St. John

A Highway 97 intersection that residents have been concerned about for years is getting left turn signals.

Snowy conditions contributing factor in Taylor Hill vehicle collision

Staff Sergeant Kris Clark, Senior Media Relations Officer with the BC RCMP, said a northbound Ford F250 lost control due to snowy conditions and hit a southbound Dodge Ram around 7 a.m.

Fort St. John Fire Department shares winter driving tips, safety precautions

Deputy Fire Chief Matt Troiano said the department only responded to three motor vehicle incidents within their jurisdiction over the weekend.

Charlie Lake Fire Hall with its trucks out front. (Charlie Lake Firefighters Association - Facebook)
Charlie Lake Fire Department quickly contain vehicle fire

Nothing outside the vehicle caught on fire and no people were involved.

Moose FM, North Peace Savings celebrate Small Business Week

Moose FM and North Peace Savings teamed up this week to celebrate five small businesses in Fort St. John.

Peace River North MLA attends meeting held at Peace Villa to hear concerns

Peace River North MLA Dan Davies attended a meeting held at Peace Villa last week to talk about residents and their families’ concerns.

Government of Canada allocates $219 million to support farmers, ranchers after drought, wildfires

The Government of Canada is allocating $219 million to support farmers and ranchers in Western Canada dealing with high costs due to drought conditions and wildfires.

KPAC pens letter to Peace River South MLA about safety concerns regarding supportive housing

KPAC executive director wrote a letter to Peace River South MLA regarding safety concerns with supportive housing across the street from the daycare.

The Provincial Government Building and Law Courts sign in front of the grey brick building with the Fort St. John, Canada and B.C. flags at half mast.
Court Report: October 10th to 13th

Below are the latest sentences handed out from the Fort St. John Court from October 10th to 13th.

Shane Sutherland sentenced to life in prison, ineligible for parole for ten years

Shane Sutherland will be ineligible for parole for ten years while he serves life in prison for the murder of Amanda Black in 2021.

Fort St. John woman with rare brain condition receives community support for surgery

The community has been rallying behind a local healthcare worker after she was diagnosed with a rare brain condition which requires surgery.

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