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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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No updates on old Kiskatinaw Bridge reopening: MOTI

There are still no updates on when the old Kiskatinaw Bridge will reopen, according to the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (MOTI).

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Over $8,000 in scholarships given after Peace River North Festival

Band and dance awards have been given out to students around the region after the Peace River North Festival wrapped up on Sunday, totalling over $8,000.

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Northern B.C. woman files sexual abuse lawsuit against priest

A Northern B.C. woman is suing the Diocese of Prince George, claiming she was sexually abused as a child by a priest.

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Fort St. John Co-op recognized for used oil management

The local Co-op was recognized on Tuesday for its used oil and antifreeze management, along with 29 other B.C. businesses.

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Local woman hides painted rocks around Fort St. John

A local woman is sharing her art with the community by hiding painted rocks around town for residents to find and keep.

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Police dog aids in capture of wanted sex offender

A 22-year-old man, who was wanted on multiple charges, including possession of child pornography, was caught earlier this week with the help of a police dog.

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UPDATE: Fort St. John changes garbage, recycling collection days

The City of Fort St. John has made some changes to its garbage and recycling collection days which will come into effect on May 15th.

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Ceremony to honour fallen workers to be held in Fort St. John

A ceremony to commemorate fallen workers for the National Day of Mourning will be held at city hall on Friday, April 28th.

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Fairy garden kits coming to Fort St. John Public Library

The Fort St. John Public Library and the Recreation Department are teaming up to bring the Fairy Garden Path back to the Fish Creek Community Forest.

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Science World visits Peace region

Science World, in partnership with BC Hydro, presented a number of shows to community members in the region, including several elementary schools, between April 14th to 22nd.

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Tumbler Ridge gains most votes in 2023 SledTown final

Tumbler Ridge is unofficially the 2023 SledTown after weeks of competition.

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Court Report: April 17th to 21st

Below are the latest sentences handed out from the Fort St. John and Dawson Creek Provincial Courts from April 17th to 21st.

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BCUC approves BC Hydro’s 2023 to 2025 rates application

The British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) approved the application of BC Hydro’s fiscal 2023 to fiscal 2025 revenue requirements.

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Marketing Micro-Grant applications open

The City of Fort St. John is accepting applications for the Local Downtown Marketing Micro-Grant, worth up to $500.

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BC Hydro holding Site C information sessions next month

BC Hydro is holding three Site C information sessions on reservoir filling early next month. 

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NLC trades students show off their skills

Six Northern Lights College (NLC) students attended the provincial Skills Canada event on Wednesday, and four brought home some hardware.

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PNG boasting rate decreases for residential customers

Residential Fort St. John Pacific Northern Gas (PNG) customers will reportedly see a bill decrease from April 1st, 2023, to June 30th, 2023.

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Online reservations available for Blackfoot Regional Park

Blackfoot Regional Park now offers online reservations as the Peace River Regional District (PRRD) has partnered with Let’s Camp.

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Fort St. John sees decrease in property sales in first quarter

Fort St. John reported a decrease in real estate sales in the first three months of 2023, according to the  BC Northern Real Estate Board (BCNREB).

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Local hockey player commits to Trinity Western Spartans

Local hockey player Kasey Ditner recently committed to the Trinity Western Spartans.

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