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Dawson Creek company one of six finalists for Northern Angel Summit finale
A Dawson Creek company has been named one of the six finalists for the 2026 Northern Angel Summit.
Taylor council reviewed a resident’s complaint about ongoing industrial activity
The District of Taylor council reviewed a complaint from a resident regarding ongoing industrial activity issues in the area.
Taylor council moved to extend operating hours for Fort St. John Stock Car Club
The District of Taylor council has moved to extend operating hours for the Fort St. John Stock Car Club from 10 p.m. to 11 p.m. for the remainder of the 2026 season.
Wildfire located in area near Fort Nelson River
The fire discovered on June 16th is believed to have been caused by a lightning strike
Trail racer speaks of hitting the century mark at Sadownik Miles for Smiles
Ryan Smook completed 100 kilometres of the course at the Sadownik Miles for Smiles event in just 12 hours.
Independent Investigations Office looking for witnesses to motor vehicle accident involving Fort St. John RCMP
The IIO is looking for anyone with cell phone or video footage to come forward in a case involving a car incident with the Fort St. John RCMP
Memorandum of Understanding reached regarding floating LNG project
the agreement is a non-binding strategic partnership aimed at collaboration regarding a in-development liquified natural gas project
Rogers service interruption affects 200 customers in Fort St. John
A damaged utility pole left 200 Rogers customers without service over the weekend in Fort St. John.
NPSHS received $60K donation towards infrastructure upgrades
The North Peace Seniors Housing Society has received a $60K donation, which it will use towards infrastructure upgrades.
North Peace Regional Airport screening machine down
The North Peace Regional Airport's managing director, is urging passengers going through the gates to take extra time.
City of Dawson Creek looks at alternative source of water
The City of Dawson Creek has been assessing potential water source options as phase one of its Water Supply System Project nears completion by mid-August.
Doig River First Nation councillors and Fort St. John Mayor speak of the opening of Naache Commons in the city
Both Doig River First Nation Chief and Council and Fort St. John's Mayor had positive comments after the opening of the Nation's Urban Reserve, Naache Commons in the city.
Arnie Isberg 1-pitch memorial tournament holds swansong this weekend
The tournament began in 2012 honouring Arnie Isberg, a Fort St. John resident who passed away from cancer the previous year.
(UPDATE) RCMP investigating possible human remains found near the city
The RCMP is investigating a report of possible human remains, BC Hydro crew discovered on June 8th near the city.
B.C. select committee gathers feedback for 2027 budget
The Government of B.C. is accepting resident feedback on its 2027 budget through a select standing committee.
Family, friends and culture celebrated at Halfway River Arbour Days
The third-annual celebration is held honouring Maizie Metecheah, who envisioned an arbour at Halfway River First Nation where community could gather
Warning issued after bears spotted in Fish Creek
The City of Fort St. John has issued a warning after it received reports of bears in the Fish Creek Community Forest.
Dawson Creek company one of six finalists for Northern Angel Summit finale
A Dawson Creek company has been named one of the six finalists for the 2026 Northern Angel Summit.
Taylor council reviewed a resident’s complaint about ongoing industrial activity
The District of Taylor council reviewed a complaint from a resident regarding ongoing industrial activity issues in the area.
Taylor council moved to extend operating hours for Fort St. John Stock Car Club
The District of Taylor council has moved to extend operating hours for the Fort St. John Stock Car Club from 10 p.m. to 11 p.m. for the remainder of the 2026 season.
Wildfire located in area near Fort Nelson River
The fire discovered on June 16th is believed to have been caused by a lightning strike
Trail racer speaks of hitting the century mark at Sadownik Miles for Smiles
Ryan Smook completed 100 kilometres of the course at the Sadownik Miles for Smiles event in just 12 hours.
Independent Investigations Office looking for witnesses to motor vehicle accident involving Fort St. John RCMP
The IIO is looking for anyone with cell phone or video footage to come forward in a case involving a car incident with the Fort St. John RCMP
Memorandum of Understanding reached regarding floating LNG project
the agreement is a non-binding strategic partnership aimed at collaboration regarding a in-development liquified natural gas project
Rogers service interruption affects 200 customers in Fort St. John
A damaged utility pole left 200 Rogers customers without service over the weekend in Fort St. John.
NPSHS received $60K donation towards infrastructure upgrades
The North Peace Seniors Housing Society has received a $60K donation, which it will use towards infrastructure upgrades.
North Peace Regional Airport screening machine down
The North Peace Regional Airport's managing director, is urging passengers going through the gates to take extra time.
City of Dawson Creek looks at alternative source of water
The City of Dawson Creek has been assessing potential water source options as phase one of its Water Supply System Project nears completion by mid-August.
Doig River First Nation councillors and Fort St. John Mayor speak of the opening of Naache Commons in the city
Both Doig River First Nation Chief and Council and Fort St. John's Mayor had positive comments after the opening of the Nation's Urban Reserve, Naache Commons in the city.
Arnie Isberg 1-pitch memorial tournament holds swansong this weekend
The tournament began in 2012 honouring Arnie Isberg, a Fort St. John resident who passed away from cancer the previous year.
(UPDATE) RCMP investigating possible human remains found near the city
The RCMP is investigating a report of possible human remains, BC Hydro crew discovered on June 8th near the city.
B.C. select committee gathers feedback for 2027 budget
The Government of B.C. is accepting resident feedback on its 2027 budget through a select standing committee.
Family, friends and culture celebrated at Halfway River Arbour Days
The third-annual celebration is held honouring Maizie Metecheah, who envisioned an arbour at Halfway River First Nation where community could gather
Warning issued after bears spotted in Fish Creek
The City of Fort St. John has issued a warning after it received reports of bears in the Fish Creek Community Forest.
