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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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Hudson’s Hope RCMP receives full confession on death of a family cat

A Hudson’s Hope resident was charged with mischief and causing unnecessary suffering to an animal after the death of a family cat in the community

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Hudson’s Hope RCMP responds to threats to legally permitted hunters

Hudson’s Hope RCMP responded to a report of threats to hunters legally allowed to hunt on Crown land last month.

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Shane Sutherland appears in court for first day of sentencing

Case facts, victim impact statements and mitigating factors surrounding the death of Amanda Black were heard in Fort St. John Supreme Court Wednesday during Shane Sutherland’s first day of sentencing.

Second annual Halloween at the Museum takes place next week

The Fort St. John North Peace Museum is inviting families to stop by next week for its second annual trick-or-treating event.

Mathew’s Park playground updates completed

The playground officially opened on October 11th, although landscaping and parking lot upgrades are still underway.

Fundraiser started after workplace accident leaves Fort St. John man with burns on nearly 80% of his body

Money is being raised for a Fort St. John man after he suffered burns to around 80 per cent of his body during a workplace accident on Thursday.

Blueberry Bridge on Beatton Airport Road closing for emergency repairs

The Blueberry Bridge on the Beatton Airport Road will be closed for 24 hours for emergency repairs starting Wednesday morning.

Peace region man’s car stolen after hitting a moose

A local man is asking the community if they have any information regarding his vehicle that was stolen a couple of hours after he hit a moose on October 12th.

Evacuation alert cancelled for Mount Wartenbe wildfire

The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) cancelled the evacuation alert for the Mount Wartenbe wildfire on Monday.

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Fort St. John man pleads guilty to second-degree murder of Amanda Black

Shane Sutherland has pleaded guilty to the second-degree murder of Amanda Black in 2021.

Local vet’s sentencing to continue in April 2024

A local vet accused of multiple sexual offences was in court on Monday to fix a date to continue his sentencing hearing after it was adjourned.

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Sentencing hearing for man convicted of multiple sexual offences against granddaughters pushed to 2024

A Fort St. John man convicted of multiple sexual offences against his three young granddaughters had his sentencing hearing adjourned on October 10th.

Pickup driver transported to hospital after possible mechanical issue near Bear Flat

The driver of a pickup truck was transported to a hospital after a potential mechanical issue with their vehicle on Sunday morning.

ATV rollover results in fatality near Taylor

An ATV rolled over Saturday night on a remote trail near the District of Taylor, resulting in the death of the adult male driver.

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Record-breaking fundraising goal set for 20th Annual Light a Moose to purchase ultrasound for hospital

The fundraising goal for this year’s 20th Annual Chances Casino Light a Moose radiothon is a record-breaking $175,000.

Prince George officer not facing charges after shooting Dawson Creek prolific offender

A Prince George police officer will not face any charges after he shot a man in the groin last year, according to an Independent Investigations Office of BC report.

Fundraiser started for local healthcare worker needing around $150,000 for brain surgery

A Fort St. John healthcare worker was recently diagnosed with a rare brain condition which requires surgery that costs approximately $150,000, not including travel and accommodation costs.

Sleepers sold at Wal-Mart recalled due to choking, ingestion hazards

George brand sleepers sold at Wal-Mart have been recalled due to choking and ingestion hazards.

Downtrend in wildfire behaviour in northeast B.C.

Northeast B.C. has been seeing a downtrend in wildfire behaviour due to the colder weather, according to the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS).

Canadian Home Builders’ Association of Northern BC announces Fort St. John business owner as new president

A local business owner was recently announced as the new president of the Canadian Home Builders’ Association of Northern BC.

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