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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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Peace Villa receives $54,747.99 from Have a Heart Radiothon

The Fort St. John Hospital Foundation's Peace Villa Fund received $54,747.99 from last week’s Have a Heart Radiothon at Home Hardware.

United States crews joining Donnie Creek firefighting

An American hotshot crew of approximately 20 people arrived on Wednesday to assist on the record-breaking Donnie Creek wildfire, with another team arriving Thursday.

West Kiskatinaw fire smoke above trees on a blue sky.
Warmer weather may cause aggressive fire behaviour in South Peace

Aggressive fire behaviour may take place for the wildfires in the South Peace due to a string of warmer days expected.

Tse’k’wa society receives $400,000 on National Indigenous Peoples Day

On a day celebrating the history, heritage and resilience of First Nations, the Tse’k’wa Heritage Society received $400,000 that will be used to make the historic site in Charlie Lake fully accessible for visitors.

Crews continue work on fires near Tumbler Ridge

Crews continue working on the South Peace Complex, consisting of the West Kiskatinaw River and Peavine Creek fires.

A fire and smoke burning before a road and a large evergreen forest.
Record-breaking Donnie Creek wildfire continues to grow

The record-breaking Donnie Creek wildfire continues to grow and is approximately 553,360 hectares.

RCMP Car with lights flashing and more lights flashing in the background.
Dawson Creek man dead after disturbance in home

A Dawson Creek man died over the weekend, and another may face multiple charges following a report of a disturbance.

Northern Health selects new president, CEO

Northern Health’s Board of Directors selected Ciro Panessa as the next president and CEO of the health authority.

Tse’k’wa, Fort Nelson facilities receive funding for accessibility upgrades

Tse'k'wa and two Fort Nelson facilities are among 14 tourism operations in northern B.C. to receive funding for accessibility accommodations.

An aerial view of the City of Fort St. John.
Fort St. John property taxes due July 4th

Fort St. John property taxes and applications for homeowners grants are due July 4th. 

A grey and white map showing the areas of B.C. being affected by June 20th's smokey skies bulletin.
Special air quality statement reissued for Peace River region, Fort Nelson

Due to the wildfire smoke in the area, a special air quality statement has been reissued in Northeastern B.C., including Fort St. John.

Closed signs on the North Peace Leisure Pool hot tub. (City of Fort St. John Recreation - Facebook)
North Peace Leisure Pool closed for hot tub repairs

The North Peace Leisure Pool will temporarily close this week for hot tub repairs.

Side of a RCMP cruiser. A white car with an RCMP logo
Fort St. John vehicle thief facing multiple charges

After a report of a stolen vehicle from the Fort St. John airport parking lot last week, the thief and vehicle have been located.

Side of a RCMP cruiser. A white car with an RCMP logo
UPDATE: Missing 15-year-old found safe

The Fort St. John RCMP was again requesting the public’s help locating a missing 15-year-old.

Seven year anniversary of Denny Poole being reported missing

It has been seven years since Denny Poole went missing, according to Dawson Creek RCMP.

Stage North headed to Surrey for MainStage

The Peace River Zone Theatre Festival wrapped up at North Peace Secondary School earlier in June, and Stage North will be headed to provincials in Surrey next month.

Donnie Creek, Tommy Lakes Evacuation Order downgraded

Donnie Creek and Tommy Lakes Evacuation Order #6 has been cancelled by the Peace River Regional District (PRRD).

A justice's gavel on a wooden surface in front of books and scales.
Court Report: June 12th to 16th

Below are the latest sentences handed out from the Fort St. John and Dawson Creek Provincial Courts from June 12th to 16th.

Peavine Creek wildfire now being held

The Peavine Creek wildfire is now being held, meaning the fire is not likely to spread beyond predetermined boundaries under current conditions, according to the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS). 

A picture of the Donnie Creek wildfire taken from the air.
Donnie Creek wildfire now largest in B.C.’s history

The Donnie Creek wildfire has become the largest wildfire in the province’s history at 534,388 hectares.

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